Pictured is Easley High School Athletic Director Gill Payne and members of Truliant Federal Credit Union. The EHS athletic department is getting a major boost of $10,000 from Truliant Federal Credit Union.
Jeff Holt | The Easley Progress
EASLEY – Truliant Federal Credit Union and Easley High School recently announced the launch of a student athlete assistance program for the school’s Green Wave sports teams.
Truliant is providing financial support for clothing and athletic items for Easley High School student athletes facing challenges. The school had about 1,900 students in the 2023-2024 school year. The funds will help cover the cost of uniforms, shoes, travel suits, practice shirts and shorts and other expenses.
“The cost of youth sports can make it very costly for kids to participate,” said Stella Freeman, who manages the Truliant branch in Easley. “We’re always looking for ways to make an impact in our communities. This is a great way to help local students with financial challenges who want to participate in athletics.”
The Green Wave Athletic Booster Club (GWABC) will administer the funds. Easley High School has about 700 student-athletes per year participating in the athletic program. The grant was active on August 1 as students returned to school. An application form is available on the Easley Athletic website at www.easleyathletics.com
“Easley High School Athletics is excited to partner with Truliant in this unique opportunity,” said Gill Payne, Easley High School Director of Athletics. “This will make a substantial difference in the lives of student athletes at Easley High School.”
All student athletes will be eligible for the assistance program. Truliant aims to positively impact families by helping students with options to cover athletic costs.
Interested student athletes are encouraged to complete an application form. According to the Aspen Institute, the average U.S. sports family spent $1,016 on their child’s primary sport in 2024.