Making a difference for kids: Credit unions in the community
Published November 21, 2018 1:56 PM
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Updated June 1, 2021 1:30 PM
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Fighting child hunger
Mission Federal Credit Union raised $25,000 across its 31 branches in a continued effort to help fight child hunger. The San Diego, Calif.-based CU supported the Jacobs and Cushman San Diego Food Bank’s Food for Kids Backpack program.
Aleksandar Mijatovic
Up next? College!
Raleigh, N.C.-based State Employees’ Credit Union is assisting in the college and higher-education application process by helping individuals fill out the Free Application for Federal Assistance, otherwise known as FAFSA.
Starting early
Manchester, N.H.-based St. Mary’s Bank entered a new partnership with IMPACTT Academy, a student pre-employment transition service, to teach students with disabilities about financial literacy.
Ronald McDonald
American Heritage Credit Union rallied its employees to support the Ronald McDonald House’s “Shower Your Stripes Day.” Employees of the Philadelphia-based institution sported red and white striped attire to support the charity.
To infinity...and beyond!
Marion, Ohio-based Marion Community Credit Union sponsored and decorated a plane for their annual Wings & Wheels event. Hundreds attended the event which showcased a collection of planes, classic cars and a traveling NASA exhibit.
A new look
AmeriCU, based in Rome, N.Y., celebrated the reopening of one of its financial centers with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring board members and employees. The reopening comes after one year of extensive renovations.
Major fundraising
Michael J. Castellana, president and CEO of Albany, N.Y.-based EFCU presented checks to organizations that support the homeless. The two recipients each received $20,000.
Respect your elders
Portland, Ore.-based Unitus CU was recognized for its excellence in serving the city’s elders upon receiving the Age-Friendly Business Award from the City of Portland.
Same face, fresh role
Bay Federal Credit Union underwent a minor leadership change following the promotion of Ryan Cash to Vice President/Chief Experience Officer. Cash serves on the Board of Directors for the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Cruz County and holds an MBA from Pepperdine University and a bachelor’s from UC Santa Cruz.
And the awards go to
Insight Credit Union, a Winter Springs, Fla.-based institution is the recipient of the 2017-2018 Outstanding Organization award at the CU’s Annual Leesburg Partnership Dinner.
