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Applicants for the scholarship need to complete an application, in addition to submitting one of four essay or video prompts outlined in the application. Click here to download the application PDF.
In 1951, Arthur F. McIntyre became the first manager of SF Fire Credit Union. He spent his time here tirelessly working to improve not only the credit union, but the Bay Area community as a whole.
Every year, his scholarship awards $2,500 to high school and college-level students. At least two scholarships are awarded at each level. We are proud to honor his legacy by investing in our members’ future.
Applicants for the scholarship need to complete an application, in addition to submitting one of four essay or video prompts outlined in the application. Click here to download the application PDF.
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must:
The 2026 deadline for submissions is February 2nd, 2026.
2026 High School Scholarship Recipients
Amaya Grace Farmer
Reggie Fong
Iria Keopaseut
Sitara Keopaseut
Ruby Maren Yasar
2026 College Scholarship Recipients
Caroline McFadden
Casey Sullivan
Kailer Tom
Ella Yasar
Jeremy Tam
After 30 years of service, Arthur retired from the San Francisco Fire Department in 1976. He spent most of his career at Engine 17, located behind the Mint at 5th and Jessie.
Arthur was dedicated to the idea of service. He was a WWII Veteran, a referee for High School and College basketball, a supervisor of the officials for the Pac Ten Conference, and was a key advocate for improving working conditions for San Francisco Firefighters.
In 1951, Fire Chief Edward Walsh asked Arthur to become the first manager of SF Fire Credit Union. Without his expansive vision and tireless efforts, SF Fire Credit Union would not be what it is today.
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