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BufMet Inspiring Unity Scholarship

Offered by BufMet Credit Union (Buffalo Metropolitan Federal Credit Union)

Three annual scholarships honoring Katherine Massey, Aaron Salter and Ruth Whitfield, supporting Erie County graduating seniors who belong to BufMet and serve their communities.

Minimum GPA2.0+
EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

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Eligibility

  • Be an Erie County resident graduating from high school in the award year.
  • Hold BufMet membership in good standing and at least a 2.0 GPA.
  • Demonstrate academic improvement, community involvement and plans to attend college.
  • Document 10–20 hours of volunteer service in underserved communities.
  • Be unrelated to credit union staff or directors and be willing to attend the award presentation if selected.

Requirements

  • Last published 2026 packet: Provide the application, grades 9–11 transcript, essay and two recommendation letters, including one from a school representative.
  • Last published 2026 packet: Submit a 400–600 word essay addressing unity across differences, advocacy, the 2022 Tops shooting's impact and your career's potential community contribution; cite sources.
  • Last published 2026 packet: Use 12-point type and double spacing; obtain student and parent/guardian signatures.

How to Apply

  1. 1Read BufMet's current Inspiring Unity application, separate from the NYCUA statewide application.
  2. 2Prepare the complete package and use an approved delivery method listed by BufMet.
  3. 3The 2026 submission deadline was January 31, 2026; await the next announced cycle.

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