AUSTIN, Texas-United Heritage Credit Union co-sponsored the Kids Classic Golf Tournament and auction party, which raised more than $250,000 to benefit Children's Hospital of Austin. "United Heritage took on a much more active role in this year's event including the introduction of a website designed specifically for the Kids Classic Event," said CEO Buddy Schroeder..
IBMSEFCU Opens New Branch
ATLANTA-IBM Southeast Employees' Federal Credit Union celebrated the grand opening of its new branch at Cobb Place Blvd. The festivities included a ribbon-cutting ceremony by CEO Lary B. McCants and Chairman of the Board Donald Lee, followed by games, prizes and a barbecue.
FNCU Remodels Its Main Office
CHICAGO-First Northern Credit Union is remodeling its main office on West Monroe St. DEI has been selected as the contractor.
Ill. CUs Help State Senator Win
NAPERVILLE, Ill.-Credit union volunteers in the near south side and suburbs of Chicago campaigned for the re-election of State Sen. Patrick O'Malley. Efforts included distributing lawn and window signs, marching in a community parade, mailings and attending a fundraiser.
Metro CU Opens Student Branch
WARREN, Mich.-Metro Credit Union celebrated the opening of its sixth student-run high school branch at Warren Woods Tower High School. "A strong understanding of personal finance is important for everyone, especially for young adults. Working at the student branch allows students to gain valuable work experience while becoming wise consumers," said Kevin O'Connor, CEO of Metro CU.
Weokie CU Sponsors Shootout
OKLAHOMA CITY-Weokie Credit Union sponsored a hole-in-one shootout for the Children's Miracle Network. The cost to participate was $5 a shot. The final prize was a 2001 Ford Explorer.
SAFE CU Helps Senior Gleanors
NORTH HIGHLANDS, Calif.-SAFE Credit Union donated $2,000 to Senior Gleaners, an organization which collects food and other products from farmers, packing houses and regional supermarkets for distribution to food banks serving needy people. "They make a significant contribution to our community and we're pleased to help them in their mission to help thousands of area residents," said SAFE President Henry Wirz.
PTCU Supports School Programs
PORTLAND, Ore.-Portland Teachers Credit Union, Beaverton School District No. 48 and the Beaverton Eduction Foundation joined forces to increase funding to assist school programs not supported with tax funds. Grants are awarded for projects that enrich learning and encourage classroom innovation.
WestStar CU Celebrates 25 Years
LAS VEGAS-WestStar Credit Union recently celebrated its 25th anniversary with a week-long celebration in each of its three branch locations.
"Over the past 25 years WestStar Credit Union has primarily focused on the gaming market for service to those employees in that industry. We look forward to the next 25 years of service to our members by focusing on their needs as our priority," said CEO Dan Paulson.
Fairwinds Hosts Seminar For Women
ORLANDO, Fla.-Fairwinds Financial Services Inc., hosted a free seminar designed to teach women how to choose a financial representative.
CFCU Helps Habitat For Humanity
CARLISLE, Penn.-Cornerstone Federal Credit Union donated $732 to the Cumberland Valley Habitat for Humanity. The money was raised through an employee/volunteer car wash and donations from various select employee groups.
SSFCU Celebrates CU Day
SAN ANTONIO, Texas-San Antonio Mayor Howard Peak presented a proclamation to Security Service Federal Credit Union's J.T. Cody, president of the Alamo Chapter of credit unions, declaring Oct. 19 International CU Day in San Antonio.
GCU Moves Headquarters
OGDEN, Utah-Goldenwest Credit Union moved its headquarters to South Adams Ave., and held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and building ceremony. The new building contains a full-service center complete with four drive-up lanes, a drive-up ATM, safe deposit boxes, investment center and a consumer and mortgage loan center.
BTCU Opens New Student Branch
ST. JOSEPH's, Mich.-Berrien Teachers Credit Union recently opened Students 1st Credit union at FC Reed Middle School. It is the 13th area student credit union sponsored by Berrien Teachers.
"Student's 1st Credit Unions are unique because students are involved in all phases of credit union operation. They help with planning, manage operations, act as tellers, and handle all in-school marketing. Teachers, administrators and parents participate, but the emphasis is on the students," said Robert Clark, VP-operations.
Midwest FCU Sponsors Video
ANN ARBOR, Mich.-Midwest Financial Credit Union helped sponsor a videotape entitled "Your Executive Branch and You," which is about how the executive branch works and how it affects the lives of people in their particular area. The videotape was distributed to every public and private high school, community and junior colleges, cable television stations and public libraries by Midwest Financial. and the Committee for Citizen Awareness.
Matadors FCU Awards Scholarship
NORTHRIDGE, Calif.-Matadors FCU and Chela Financial awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Cal State University student Tacquay Bradley.
Students Win $500 Scholarships
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif.-The California CU League announced that the California Youth Involvement Network awarded April Yabiku, and Molly Fagundes $500 scholarships for their essays on the theme "People Helping People-What It Means To Me."
Bengal Kicks Off Program For Kids
CINCINNATI,-John Jackson, offensive tackle for the Cincinnati Bengals, helped the Cincinnati Chapter kick off its NEFE inner-city financial literacy program at the South Avondale School. Jackson joined Tony DeBiasse and Sandy Fenstermacher of Cinco FCU, and Angela Tubesing and Joan Blust of Mutual Benefit CU, to introduce the program called "Economics and Education."
RCU Offers Business Seminar
EAU CLAIRE, Wis.-RCU sponsored a seminar titled, "Ten Steps To Improving Your Cash Flow." According to RCU, CPA Janet Tolander discussed the three elements of cash flow management: collecting cash as fast as possible, paying out cash as slowly as possible, and making the best use of the cash held in your business. The cost of the seminar was $10, which included a buffet breakfast.
