It’s never too early to start learning how to bank, borrow, and save!
Sierra Central is proud to help young individuals develop strong financial skills and confidence, paving the way for long-term stability and growth.
Building financial resilience.
Scholarship Programs
We are no longer accepting applications for the 2025 Scholarship Program.
Program Period: January 1 - April 1
Open to: Graduating high school seniors, current college students, or past Sierra Central Scholarship Program recipients, who are still attending college.
Recipient Criteria: Applications must be from those living in any of the following counties: Modoc, Shasta, Lassen, Tehama, Plumas, Glenn, Butte, Sierra, Colusa, Sutter, Yuba, Nevada, Placer, Yolo, Sacramento, El Dorado, Amador, Alpine, or Tuolumne.
Application Deadline: Applications are due by April 1 and must include complete details at time of submission (questionnaire, essay, transcripts & references).
Scholarship Recipients Announced:
May 21, 2025 at our Annual Meeting of the Members
Financial Literacy Programs
This one-hour program introduces students to financial literacy through an interactive book and presentation.
Learn moreCovering essential financial topics, this program includes long and short-term goal setting, how to earn money, and the importance of saving.
Learn moreThis program goes over the different ways to invest, best practices, and common mistakes.
Learn moreThe program discusses the best practices for saving for college, applying for scholarships, working while in college, and how to finish school with little debt.
Learn moreThese courses are thoughtfully designed to cover various aspects of personal finance, empowering students with essential money management skills.
Learn moreStudents participate in a shopping experience, at different stations, representing life's necessities such as housing, transportation, food and more!
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