The Genesis Group and First Source are pleased to once again announce their annual scholarship grant for teachers.

Originally founded as a Teachers Federal Credit Union, First Source gives back to our community in a multitude of ways with an emphasis on education.

“Financial education is more important than ever in schools due to the increasing difficulty of affordability and rising levels of debt among young people,” said Pamela Way, Community Relations Manager for First Source. “We help to support our schools in sharing this knowledge and education, by offering scholarship grants that allow for 3 classrooms to receive $1,000 each to fund a project or program that teaches personal finance and money management. Introducing these concepts early provides students with the critical skills they need to navigate adulthood successfully and build a more secure financial future.”

Scholarship applications are being taken now through October 10th at TheGenesisGroup.org . You’ll find the application under the Celebration of Education. Please include and attach all detailed information regarding your program.

In order to qualify, the course or program must encompass financial education or money management skills in schools in Oneida or Herkimer Counties for grades K-12 or college courses. The scholarships will be awarded at the annual Celebration of Education event on November 20th.

For more information, please contact Pamela Way, at pway@fsource.org or 315-735-8571.