Applications are now open for the Roger Walker Education Award. The award now in its second year will help a young person who live in the region to continue in further education.
The award was first launched in 2021 as part of Just Credit Union’s 20th anniversary celebration. It is in memory of Roger Walker who was a founder member, long time Chair and Board member for just Credit Union. He was instrumental in setting up Just Credit Union and remained involved until he passed away in 2020. Education of young people in the region was close to Roger’s heart so this grant is particularly important.
Applications for the £500 award will open 18th July and close 29th August. The award can be used for a variety of purposes including; transport costs, fees or equipment necessary for the course. The purpose of the award is deliberatly broad and a panel will consider where the grant can have most impact in helping someone to continue their education who might other wise struggle to do so.
Last year the award went to  Mim Maclean who was able to take up her place at Liverpool University to study international relations. Mim had recently been diagnosed with autism and the grant helped cover additional living costs as well as the purchase of a laptop.”ÂÂ
Mim said: “I would like to thank Just Credit Union for awarding me this grant. Being autistic, I struggle to share accommodation and can only take up my place if I could afford studio accommodation which is more expensive. The money will help greatly.”ÂÂ
Full details of the Award and how to apply can be requested via email  info@justcreditiunion.org or telephone 01743 252325 or downloaded here APPLICATION FORM & GUIDANCE NOTES
