About Our Scholarships
For over three decades, the Altura Foundation has had the distinct honor of championing the next generation. Since 1993, we have empowered more than 970 students with over $870,000 in scholarship support. By evaluating not just grades, but also character, extracurricular passion, and financial circumstances, we ensure our reach finds those who need it most.
Our commitment to Riverside County remains stronger than ever. This past year, we were moved by the stories of 300 applicants from 27 local high schools. From this talented pool, we celebrated 59 scholars by awarding each a $2,000 scholarship, representing a total investment of $118,000 back into our community.
This year we are pleased to offer the following scholarships:
- Altura Credit Union Foundation General Scholarship: This scholarship is available to high school seniors graduating from any high school in Riverside County.
- Altura Future Leader Scholarship: Designated for a graduating high school senior who embodies leadership characteristics and tendencies.
- The Dr. Linda Wisher Educational Endowment: This Endowment is in memory of Dr. Linda Wisher, a former member of Altura’s Board of Directors. Recipients are female student pursuing a career in education.
- The Bonnie Gail Polis Educational Endowment: This Endowment is in memory of Bonnie Gail Polis and is dedicated to graduating high school senior within the Riverside Unified School District (Arlington, King, North, Poly, Ramona) who is pursuing a degree in public education (i.e. – Teacher, Counselor, Administrator, etc.).
- The Terry Ferrone Memorial Scholarship: In memory of Terry Ferrone, this scholarship is for a graduating high school senior of John W. North High School or Riverside Polytechnic High School.
- The Kimberly Jean Flores Memorial Scholarship: In memory of Kimberly Jean Flores, a former Canyon Springs High School Student. To apply for this scholarship, you must be a graduating high school senior of Canyon Springs High School in Moreno Valley.
- The Marian E. Luna Memorial Scholarship: In memory of Marian E Luna, this scholarship is for a graduating high school senior of Norte Vista High School or Riverside Polytechnic High School.
Please note: Students applying for one or more of the scholarships listed above only need to submit one application. On the application, mark the scholarships you would like to be considered for.
Altura Foundation College Scholarship
Additional Scholarship Programs
- Altura Credit Union Foundation Delayed Start Scholarship Program: Available to adult learners (age 20+) of Riverside County pursuing an undergraduate degree in higher education.
Altura Adult Education Scholarship
- Altura Credit Union Foundation Trade School Scholarship Program: Available to graduating high school seniors in Riverside County pursuing a post-secondary education at a trade or technical school.
Altura Trade School Scholarship
Deadline to apply is March 8th, 2026.
Questions and request for further information can be directed via email to scholarship@alturacu.com
