Scholarships
Harry B. Crewson Foundation
Funding Future Scholars
Our Mission
The Crewson Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, honors the memory of OUCU Founder Harry B. Crewson
The Foundation funds educational opportunities for OUCU members and their children. Dr. Crewson believed strongly in the power of education to benefit individuals and their communities. A scholarship allowed him to pursue his own college education and laid the groundwork for his many achievements.
Currently, we offer three $3,000 Harry B. Crewson Scholarships and three $2,000 OUCU Higher Education Scholarships.
Congratulations, 2025 Crewson Scholarship Recipients!
Three high school seniors each received a $3,000 Harry B. scholarship. Crewson Freshman Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to graduating high school students who will attend Ohio University and who have demonstrated excellence in community activities and academic achievement
Mary Glascock of Athens High School plans to major in conservation biology and art. Mary is the child of Stephanie Miller and Jake Glascock.
Max McDonald is a Nelsonville-York senior who will study chemistry. His parents are Arelle and Daniel McDonald.
Leah Swatzel of Athens High School plans to major in communications. Leah is the child of Elizabeth and Phillip Swatzel.
How Do I Donate to the Foundation?
- Visit any of our branches
- Call (740) 597-2800
- Transfer automatically
- Complete and return the donation card with payment by mail:
OUCU Financial
ATTN: Crewson Foundation
944 E State St
Athens, OH 45701
- Estate planning - there are many types of planned giving strategies
Questions? Please call:
Romney Garner, Financial Advisor - (740) 597-2859
Garry Hunter, OUCU Corporate Attorney - (740) 592-5580
Who Was Harry B. Crewson?
Harry B. Crewson, OUCU founder, was the 17th President of Ohio University and a Trustee Professor of Economics. As a public figure in Athens, he was respected for artful dispute, mediation and consensus-building.
