We are kicking off the 23rd Annual Ma Brown Scholarship Program, sponsored by the Public Safety Credit Union. A $2,000 scholarship will be awarded to a qualified member.
Qualifications
- High School senior graduating in Spring 2026
- Full-time attendance at an accredited college/university or trade/vocational school in Fall 2026
- Applicant must be a credit union member in good standing for a minimum of 6 months.
- GPA of 2.5 or greater
What You Need To Do
- Write an original essay of 1,000 words or less on the topic provided below
- Provide an official transcript from your high school
- Include activities/extracurricular/community service resume with your application. Please list any activities you have participated in during your high school years, including, but not limited to: clubs, sports, social, school-based, religious, community organizations, volunteer work, etc.
- Complete the scholarship application form.
- Use the online form or print the application and return all of the above to Public Safety Credit Union, 2800 E. 14TH Street, Kansas City, MO 64127, Attn: Brandon Burnett, or email to Brandon.Burnett@publicsafetycu.org
- MUST BE RECEIVED by Friday, February 27, 2026.
Essay Topic
1. What is the name of the school you plan to attend, and why did you select that school?
2. Credit Union philosophy is “People Helping People”. What is one way you plan to impact your community in the future, and why is that important to you?
Essay Guidelines
- All entries will be judged on the proper use of grammar, spelling, ideas, and content.
- The essay must be typed and double‐spaced using an 11-point font.
- Please include your full name in the bottom right-hand corner of the essay response.
- A minimum of two judges will evaluate all essays. Organization, grammar, punctuation, and creativity will be considered.
- The applicant’s identity will be concealed until the selection process is complete.
Applicant must have had their own Public Safety Credit Union membership for at least 12 months. Your application and essay MUST BE RECEIVED no later than Friday, February 27, 2026. For more information or questions, contact Brandon Burnett at (816) 504-2800 or email Brandon.Burnett@publicsafetycu.org. Carefully read and follow all directions.
All entries will receive consideration for a scholarship without regard to sex, race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion, age, handicap, financial need, or marital status.
The Scholarship Program is another way your Credit Union helps members and their families achieve financial and academic success. We hope you will participate and take advantage of this opportunity. Good luck and best wishes as you build your future.
Incomplete submissions will be disqualified.
Use the form below or click here to download the application to apply!