Investing in Your Success

As part of our commitment to our members, ePayResources proudly offers scholarships for payments education opportunities. It’s one of the many ways we give back—helping your institution grow, learn, and succeed.

 

 

Keith Daniels Memorial Scholarship

  • Supports attendance at The Payments Institute, an intensive, university-style payments education program
  • Focuses on advanced learning and critical industry topics (not a conference)
  • Covers tuition, room, and board ($2,495 value) plus a $500 travel allowance
  • Established in 2005 in honor of Keith Daniels and his commitment to education and service

Eligibility & Selection

  • Applications open to member financial institutions each May
  • Nominees must be employed by an ePayResources member in good standing
  • Recipients selected by an impartial panel of Accredited ACH Professionals (AAPs)

 

Payments University Scholarships

  • Supports attendance at Payments University, designed for all experience levels
  • Gain practical knowledge, tools, and insights for real-world application
  • In-person: Registration + up to $400 travel (up to $995 value)
  • Virtual: Registration included (up to $495 value)

Eligibility & Selection

  • Applications open to member financial institutions each June
  • Must be employed by a member institution in good standing
  • Ideal for professionals working in electronic payments
  • Recipients selected by an impartial panel of AAPs

 

Annual Payments Awards

  • Recognizes excellence in leadership and innovation in payments
  • Richard R. Oliver Leadership Award presented annually at ePayConnect
  • Honors individuals or organizations advancing electronic payments

Innovation in Payments Award

  • Recognizes achievements in developing or implementing innovative solutions
  • Awarded to individuals, teams, or organizations driving industry progress

Nominations

Recent Scholarship News

An E-invoice’s Journey Through an Exchange Framework

The Federal Reserve Business Payments Coalition’s E-invoice Exchange Market Pilot is working to develop and implement an exchange framework that will enable businesses in the United States to connect and exchange electronic invoices.  But how does an e-invoice travel from point A to point B in an exchange framework? The Fed has released a step-by-step overview of how an e-invoice moves through an exchange framework from supplier to buyer. 

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Member Milestones

For more than 50 years, our members have been at the heart of everything we do. As part of our 50th anniversary celebration in July 2024, we invited some of our longest-standing members to reflect on their journey with us—sharing their experiences, partnerships, and the impact we’ve made together. Their words are a testament to the relationships we’ve built and the shared commitment that continues to drive our community forward.

Bank of Tampa - Members Since 1976

"The Bank of Tampa has been a proud member of ePayResources for many years. We value their partnership as a trusted resource for payments, as well as providing excellent services such as Risk Assessments and Audits. Congratulations on your 50th Anniversary!"
- Kristen Feazell, Marketing Manager

Crews Bank & Trust - Members Since 1975

"Having access to ePayResources, whether it is through the Member Community Digest or making a phone call to their support center, has been very beneficial to me and my job duties. Thank you, ePayResources, for all you do to support Financial Services!"
- Valarie Moon, VP Operations/IT

City Bank - Members Since 1977

"I have been with City Bank for 27 years and have never had a bad experience being an ePayResources member. I even received my ACH certification through them many years ago. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable."
- Christina Rodriguez, SVP-Director of Deposit Operations

First National Bank of Ballinger - Members Since 1977

"ePayResources has been an invaluable resource for us over our 40 year membership and we especially enjoy the Connections Member Community forum where we can share common issues and exchange information. We find their associates to be very knowledgeable and extremely professional. We could all learn something from how they conduct their operations!"
- Cathy Elliott, Vice President

First Bank Southwest - Members Since 1976

"The benefits of being an ePayResources member includes adequate ACH education and fraud mitigation tools. In today's digital banking world, we need a resource we can rely on for answers regarding ACH rules and compliance. ePayResources communicates effectively to ensure we are up to date with market trends. Their commitment to their members provides a positive overall experience."
- Annette Asencio, SVP, Bank Operations Mgr, BSA Officer

United Southern Bank - Members Since 1975

"I have been in my current position for 2 years and just found out about ePayResources. I have called the Payments Answerline almost everyday with questions and I have found that everyone is so helpful and very knowledgeable. I am so relieved to know that I have this resource at my fingertips."  
- Lois Comstock, Operations Officer

First National Bank Texas - Members Since 1975

"ePayResources' Payments Answerline has been a lifesaver. We appreciate all of the help, support and training we have had the opportunity of receiving throughout the years."
- Jessica Lewis, Director of Deposit & Risk Operations, SVP

Bank of The James - Members Since 1976

"We greatly value our relationship with ePayResources. Their payments knowledge and expertise are exceptional, and I know when I call the Payments Answerline I’m going to get superior advice. Additionally, ePayResources' AAP preparation series is the reason I passed my exam. They provided everything I needed for success, and I will always be thankful for that!"
- Amanda Schmitt, Vice President & Operations Manager, AAP

First State Bank of Burnet - Members Since 1979

"We are very proud to be a member of ePayResources for over 40 years. Our partnership with ePayResources has been and continues to be a valuable resource for our bank."
- Mark Few, Senior Vice President