LMCU Announces 2024 Roots in Education Teacher Grant

Grand Rapids, MI. (February 1, 2024) – Lake Michigan Credit Union (LMCU) is pleased to announce the 2024 Roots in Education teacher grant.

LMCU’s annual Roots in Education program awards 25 teachers each with a $1,000 grant to enhance their classroom and teaching process. Those who receive the award are recognized for having a particular admirable trait as an educator. These grants can be used for classroom supplies, subscriptions to online services, or anything that will positively impact the educational experience for students.

This year, LMCU is celebrating educators who possess an outstanding attitude of optimism. Any teacher from pre-K through high school can be nominated for this award. Students, peers, parents, and community members are encouraged to nominate those teachers whose positivity and cheerful energy have impacted their community for the better.

Nominees must be residents of Michigan or Florida. More details and full eligibility requirements can be found by visiting LMCU.org/TeacherGrant. Nominations will be accepted February 1 through March 31, 2024.

Lake Michigan Credit Union, established in 1933, is the largest credit union in Michigan and 16th largest in the country. Employing a staff of over 1,650 and serving 590,000 members, LMCU's assets exceed $12 billion, with over $14.3 billion in portfolio and serviced mortgages. LMCU has 70 convenient branch locations, including 21 across Central and Southwest Florida. LMCU members have access to over 55,000 Allpoint ATMs worldwide. LMCU provides a full range of financial services, from high interest-bearing checking accounts to personal loans, mortgages, commercial banking, investments, and insurance. To find out more, visit LMCU.org.