Dear Members:

The Board of Directors of the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America, a National Fraternal Benefit Society, authorized the organization of a non-profit Education Fund to accept tax-deductible donations to be used for scholarships for higher education.

On February 23, 2001, the Internal Revenue Service granted the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America Education Fund its Non Profit Status, as described in Section 501© (3).

Under the PRCUA Education Fund, Education Scholarships can now be established in the name of an individual or an organization.  There are two types:

1. A One-Time Fund, that makes scholarship monies available for a given year.

2. A Permanent Fund of $25,000.00 or more in capitol deposits within a twelve (12) month period.  The income generated from this donation is used to award Scholarship Grants to students.

Donors can specify the types of scholarships to be awarded, such as, students majoring in Polish Studies, Medical School, Education, Accounting or Liberal Arts.

A third fund, called the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America Education Fund, established by the Board of Directors, gives Scholarships to students, as funds are available.

All donations to the Education Fund are tax deductible.  Note:  Donations can be made in cash, checks, real estate property, securities, gifts of future interest, insurance, wills and trust. This is a great opportunity for individuals and organizations to make a donation in honor of or in memory of that special person who sees the importance of assisting our youth, our future, to receive a good education.

If not specified by the Donor, criteria used for evaluation of applications and awarding of scholarships are as follows:

1. Applicant’s scholastic achievements

2. Applicant’s contribution made to the community

3. Individual financial need

4. Availability of Funds

Higher Education is a “must” in today’s society.  However, with costs escalating higher and higher each year, it becomes more difficult and it takes a longer period of time for students to complete their education.  By supporting the PRCUA Education Fund, you will make a difference for many students all over the United States who may not have the necessary finances to work towards that degree.

If you have any questions, please call me at 773-782-2602.  Checks are to be made payable to: PRCUA Education Fund and sent to: PRCUA Education Fund, 984 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, Illinois 60642.

On behalf of the many students who apply for one of the PRCUA scholarships, I thank you for your interest and generosity.

Fraternally yours,



Wallace M. Ozog, FICF
National President