Pictured: (Back Row) Jeffrey Tolle, Stephen Moore, Sarah Hamill, Daniel Ruarte, (Front Row) Frank Clement, Vicki VannBerstein, Angie Richey, Sara Huson
 
San Dimas, CA  – Life Pacific University is excited to announce a transformative new partnership with America’s Christian Credit Union (ACCU) that will significantly enhance educational opportunities for ACCU members and their staff. This strategic alliance introduces a generous new scholarship program aimed at making LPU’s Christ-centered degrees more accessible, thereby supporting the development of future Christian leaders.
 
Special thanks are extended to Frank Clement, ACCU's Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, and Sara Huson, LPU’s Vice President of Enrollment and Marketing, for their dedication and hard work in bringing this vision to life. Their collaboration has paved the way for this important initiative, amplifying both institutions' ability to develop leaders who serve with integrity and faith.
 
Enhanced Access and Opportunities
 
The new scholarship program will provide substantial financial assistance to ACCU members and their families, as well as ACCU staff, enabling them to pursue higher education at Life Pacific University. This initiative underscores the commitment of both organizations to making quality, Christ-centered education accessible to a wider audience, and to preparing students for impactful careers and ministries.
 
“For 100 years, LPU has been shining a light in our community, across the country, and around the world,” said ACCU CEO Vicki VannBerstein. “I am thrilled that ACCU members now have even greater access to this Christ-centered education so they can receive training to shine brightly wherever God has called them.”
 
“Today we take a moment to reflect on God’s goodness as we celebrate this development in ACCU’s relationship with LPU,” said Frank Clement, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at ACCU. “It is such a joy to work side-by-side with our colleagues at LPU in our shared mission to change lives through Christian education.”
 
Visionary Leadership and Shared Mission
 
Angie Richey, PhD, President of Life Pacific University, highlighted the significance of this collaboration: "This partnership with America’s Christian Credit Union is a significant milestone for Life Pacific University. By joining forces, we are amplifying our ability to support and develop students into leaders who will serve with integrity and faith. We look forward to the many opportunities this collaboration will bring to our community."
 
Sara Huson, MAED, LPU VP of Enrollment and Marketing, echoed this sentiment: "We are excited to partner with America’s Christian Credit Union in this significant collaboration. This agreement not only strengthens our commitment to providing accessible education but also highlights our shared values and dedication to serving the community. Together, we are paving the way for future leaders to make a meaningful impact in the world."
 
Long-Term Impact and Community Development
 
The partnership is designed to have a lasting impact on the communities served by both LPU and ACCU. By providing educational opportunities and fostering spiritual growth, the scholarship program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge they need to excel in their chosen fields and to serve their communities with compassion and integrity.
 
Both institutions believe that education is a powerful tool for personal and community transformation. Through this partnership, they are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of individuals and the broader community.
 
About Life Pacific University:
Life Pacific University is a Christ-centered institution that has been preparing students for leadership and service for 100 years. With a commitment to academic excellence and spiritual development, LPU offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs designed to equip students for impactful careers and ministries.
 
About America’s Christian Credit Union:
America's Christian Credit Union (ACCU) is a co-operative of believers pooling their resources for the glory of God and the good of His holy people. Deposits are invested in the expansion of churches, ministries, families, Christian-owned businesses and families as we seek to live out our biblical worldview together.