FourLeaf Federal Credit Union Expands Back-to-School Support Across Long Island with Education-Focused Initiatives

Credit Union Launches Annual Scholarship Program For High School Seniors, Donates Books and Filled Backpacks to Students and Communities in Need

BETHPAGE, N.Y., Sept. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- FourLeaf Federal Credit Union announced today that applications for its annual Scholarship Program will officially open in October, inviting local high school seniors to apply for financial assistance as they prepare for college. Designed to support hardworking, community-minded students, the program provides awards that can help offset the rising costs of tuition, books, and other college expenses.

"Our scholarships are one way we can help ease the financial burden on families while encouraging students to pursue their dreams," shared Kimberly Ruiz, Manager Community Engagement New Markets. "Each year, we proudly award 10 accomplished students, knowing that investing in young people is an investment in the future of our communities."

The upcoming scholarship program is part of FourLeaf's broader back-to-school commitment to education across Long Island. Earlier this season, the credit union partnered with Book Fairies to bring the joy of reading to local students, collecting 1,350 books at its branches. The donations were distributed to under-resourced school districts and communities, putting books directly into children's hands, sparking a love of reading while ensuring equitable access to literacy resources.

FourLeaf also donated more than 200 ready-to-use backpacks to the Uniondale School District before the first day of school. With the support of staff and volunteers, the credit union filled each backpack with essentials like notebooks, pens, pencils, and folders, ensuring students had the tools they need to succeed in the classroom from day one.

"At FourLeaf, we always look forward to the Back-to-School season because it's a great way to support schools in all the communities we serve," said Kelly Young, Manager Corporate Engagement & Events. "Whether it's our ongoing partnership with organizations like Book Fairies, donating to local school districts such as Uniondale, or opening our annual scholarship applications, FourLeaf is committed to giving students the opportunities they deserve."

Together, the scholarship program, book donations, and backpack drives represent FourLeaf's ongoing investment in education and opportunity. Each initiative—whether easing the cost of college, fostering a passion for reading, or helping children start the school year prepared—demonstrates FourLeaf's promise to uplift and empower the next generation.

Applications for the 2026–2027 FourLeaf Scholarship Program will open in October 2025. Students and families are encouraged to review eligibility requirements and application instructions at www.fourleaffcu.com/community/education-scholarships

About FourLeaf Federal Credit Union
FourLeaf Federal Credit Union (FourLeaf) is a financial institution committed to enriching the lives of its members, employees, and the communities it has served for over 80 years. FourLeaf is the 16th largest credit union in the nation. In addition to giving back to its members in the form of competitive rates and fees, the FourLeaf Cares Program supports local initiatives through charitable giving, financial literacy, and volunteerism.

A Certified Great Place to Work^® and a Glass Door Best Place to Work for Small & Midsize companies, FourLeaf is a federally chartered credit union, available to people nationwide who open a $5 membership account. FourLeaf offers a robust digital platform that allows members to bank from anywhere. FourLeaf is part of the Co-op network that gives members access to their accounts at over 30,000 surcharge-free ATMs nationwide and 5,000+ shared branches across the U.S. As a financial cooperative, FourLeaf is a best-in class financial institution that offers a wide array of products and services to meet members' needs. For more information on FourLeaf's robust portfolio of banking, borrowing, and investment services, visit fourleaffcu.com or call 1-800-628-7070.

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