November 12, 2026
The Eudora Schools Foundation and Eudora Schools are proud to recognize Truity Credit Union as the 2026 Outstanding Cardinal Partner! Truity, represented by Lead Business Development Officer Audra Fussell and members of the Truity team, was honored during the November 12 Eudora USD 491 Board of Education meeting for its ongoing commitment to supporting students, staff, and public education in Eudora.
Truity Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative serving communities throughout Kansas and Oklahoma. Through its Lawrence branches, Truity serves Eudora families and has built a strong partnership with Eudora Schools through financial support, volunteerism, financial education, and community involvement.
The Eudora Schools Foundation and district leadership highlighted several ways Truity has made a difference, including:
- Supporting the Cardinal Promise Scholarship, helping Eudora High School students earn college credit while still in high school.
- Investing in the recognition and appreciation of Eudora Schools educators and staff.
- Creating the Cardinal Debit Card, which generates financial support for Eudora Schools with every purchase.
- Providing financial education opportunities for Eudora High School students.
- Contributing approximately $10,000 annually toward scholarships and staff recognition initiatives.
One of the most significant examples of Truity's partnership is its support of the Cardinal Promise Scholarship. During the fall 2026 semester, the program is supporting 70 Eudora High School students earning a combined 547 college credit hours, representing $12,471 in scholarship funding. Truity is among the generous partners helping reduce financial barriers and expand access to college credit for Eudora students.
“Truity Credit Union has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the students and staff of Eudora Schools,” said Dr. Stu Moeckel, Superintendent of Eudora Schools. “Their continued investment in the Cardinal Promise Scholarship helps create opportunities for our graduates to pursue their goals beyond high school. We are grateful for their partnership and the difference they continue to make in our district.”
For Truity, supporting Eudora Schools is part of its commitment to building stronger communities.
“We know that investing in students today helps build a brighter future for Eudora and Douglas County, and we are honored to support their educational experiences, opportunities, and success,” said Audra Fussell, Lead Business Development Officer at Truity Credit Union.
“Truity is the kind of partner every school district hopes to have,” said Monica Dittmer, Executive Director of the Eudora Schools Foundation. “They don't just provide financial support. They show up, get involved, and continue to find ways to make a difference. From scholarships and educator recognition to financial education and community involvement, their partnership reaches across our district. We're thrilled to recognize Audra and the entire Truity team for their commitment to Eudora Schools.”
Each fall, the Eudora Schools Foundation and district leadership recognize an Outstanding Cardinal Partner based on nominations from school administrators. The award honors local businesses and community organizations that go above and beyond in supporting Eudora students, staff, and schools.
Previous Outstanding Cardinal Partners include:
2017-Gambino’s 2018-Hamm, Inc. 2019-Westerhouse Heating & Cooling
2020-Kaw Valley State Bank 2021-Barbwire Barbecue 2022-Twill Trade
2023-Eudora Animal Hospital 2024-Zeb’s Coffeehouse & Cornerstone Properties 2025-C-Hawkk Properties
The Eudora Schools Foundation is a nonprofit organization 501(c)(3) that generates resources, builds relationships, and champions public education in Eudora Public Schools. Founded in 2006, the Foundation exists to enhance the quality of education through partnerships with the community. Expenditures are primarily directed toward enhancing classroom instruction and impacting the broadest number of Eudora students.
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