The TCU Foundation was established to support the Credit Union Vision of being a positive force in the communities served by TCU. TCU consistently practices the Credit Union Philosophy of "People Helping People" and the TCU Foundation gives the Credit Union another opportunity to further its commitment to use resources in a manner to enhance the betterment of the communities in which our members live and work.
Giving from the Foundation focuses on the areas of Education and Member Driven Initiatives.
Educational Initiatives are the funding of scholarship requests, personal development programs or giving support for programming enhancing either lifelong learning or financial literacy programs. TCU does not award its own scholarships; however dollars are awarded directly to foundations, programs at school corporations, universities and colleges.
Member Driven Initiatives allow the TCU Foundation to support charities of special interest to our membership. Member Driven Initiatives are paid in the form of Matching Grant Campaigns. This allows the Foundation to match contributions given by our members. Each specific initiative/match is approved with specific requirements and timelines. See below for a listing of current matching opportunities.
Currently, $2.00 of every TCU new member fee is allocated to the TCU Foundation. Contributions to the Foundation can be made at any TCU Service Center or emailing The TCU Foundation and mailing to the TCU Foundation at P.O. Box 1395, South Bend, IN 46624. Upon receipt of your gift, you will receive a letter of acknowledgement. This letter will serve as your receipt. We would like to recognize donors, but we respect the wishes of those who wish to remain anonymous. Please mark your contribution accordingly.
To request funding from the TCU Foundation, your request must be submitted in writing. Click here to complete the form and submit your grant request. Attachments and additional information are encouraged. The Board of Directors of the TCU Foundation meets quarterly to consider funding requests.
South Bend Alumni Association
The Foundation is participating in a matching grant program with the South Bend Alumni Association's Scholarship and Grant Program. The South Bend Alumni Association offers students in the South Bend Community School Corporation or the children/grandchildren of active Alumni Association members several scholarship opportunities. Applications, along with the criteria can be obtained through the Guidance Offices at the four South Bend high schools or directly on the South Bend Alumni Association website at www.southbendalumni.com.
South Bend Museum of Art
The South Bend Museum of Art affirms the enduring power of the visual arts to reflect and create community, engage minds, and nurture growth through exhibitions, collections and educational programs. In 2012, nearly 30,000 individuals were served by the unique programming offered by the SBMA. With more than 17,500 museums in the U.S. the SBMA is amongst one of the finest and holds the distinction of an Accredited Museum from the American Association of Museums, an honor that only 750 other museums in the U.S. hold. TCU and the TCU Foundation have supported the South Bend Museum of Art for many years. www.southbendart.org
Mishawaka Lions Club Fine Arts Program Series
The TCU Foundation in support of the Fine Arts Music Series offered to School City of Mishawaka students by the Mishawka Lions Club Fine Arts Program, has awarded a matching grant of $2,000.00 for contributions made in 2013. Members of Teachers Credit Union who make a contribution to the Mishawaka Lions Club Fine Arts Program, will have their contribution matched by the TCU Foundation. The TCU Foundation has been a strong supporter of this program for several years, and has generously agreed to create an even greater opportunity for additional fine arts experiences to School City of Mishawaka students. www.mishawakalions.org
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