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January 09, 2012 | The 2012 Romeo Doty Scholarship

The stepping stone to higher education

In loving memory of our longest-tenured board member, Romeo Doty, Xceed Financial Credit Union is proud to announce the 2012 Romeo Doty Scholarship. Mr. Doty served as a volunteer for 21 years, and his vision, dedication and advocacy on behalf of the credit union has impacted so many lives that we wanted to fulfill his dream of making higher education accessible for all students.

Ten for one thousand

Ten (10) $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. To qualify, members must meet the following criteria:

Current XFCU member, age 21 or younger, in good standing
Minimum overall cumulative grade point average of 3.5 out of 4.0
High school senior

What we'll need to send your scholastics soaring

Your Application and signed Extracurricular Activities form
(both are available by clicking here)
An official copy of your high school transcript
Your personal typed essay (1,000 words or less) based on the following topic:

What are some ideas that credit unions can implement
to spur economic growth and change?

Timeline
Submit or postmark your application package by February 1, 2012 to:

Xceed Financial Credit Union
Romeo Doty Scholarship Committee
888 North Nash Street
El Segundo, CA 90245

Please email your questions to scholarships@xfcu.org
Winners will be selected March 30, 2012
Scholarships presented mid-May

December 08, 2011 | Top Ten New Years Eve Resolutions Part 2

Welcome back to our next installment of NYE Resolutions! Let's not waste any time and get to the next 6 New Years Eve resolutions.

5. Enjoy Life More

Given the hectic, stressful lifestyles of millions of Americans, it is no wonder that "enjoying life more" has become a popular resolution in recent years. It's an important step to a happier and healthier you! Or just get out and try something new! Take up a new hobby or try your hand at skiing. Go to a theater performance, or head to the local spa.

6. Quit Drinking

While many people use the New Year as an incentive to finally stop drinking, most are not equipped to make such a drastic lifestyle change all at once. If you know someone who has decided to stop drinking, there is a world of help and support available!

7. Get Out of Debt

Was money a big source of stress in your life last year? Join the millions of Americans who have resolved to spend this year getting a handle on their finances. It's a promise that will repay itself many times over in the year ahead.

8. Learn Something New

Have you vowed to make this year the year to learn something new? Perhaps you are considering a career change, want to learn a new language, or just how to fix your computer? Whether you take a course or read a book, you'll find education to be one of the easiest, most motivating New Year's resolutions to keep.

9. Help Others

A popular, non-selfish New Year's resolution, volunteerism can take many forms. Whether you choose to spend time helping out at your local library, mentoring a child, or building a house, there are many nonprofit volunteer organizations that could really use your help.

10. Get Organized

On just about every New Year resolution top ten list, organization can be a very reasonable goal. Whether you want your home organized enough that you can invite someone over on a whim, or your office organized enough that you can find the stapler when you need it, these tips and resources should get you started on the way to a more organized life.