Just Credit Union Awards Education Grant to Member

24/01/2024

A £500 new education grant to help young people continue in further education has been awarded to Just Credit Union member, Mim Maclean.

The award has been launched as part of Just Credit Union’s 20th-anniversary celebrations and will become an annual grant. The award is in memory of Roger Walker who was a founder member, long-time chair and board member who remained involved with Just Credit Union until he passed away in 2020.

Mim will be taking up a place studying international relations at Liverpool University. 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 more expensive studio accommodation. The money will help greatly.”

Mark Perez, Just Credit Union’s current chair, said “We were very impressed with the quality of applications we received. It was very difficult for the selection panel to decide a winner.

“After careful consideration, the panel decided to offer the grant to Mim and we hope it makes a big difference to her time at university and we wish her well with her studies.”

Roger’s daughter, Kim said: “We are very proud that Just Credit Union is making this award in memory of our father who was passionate about supporting local communities and local people, especially young people.”