Business Outreach Through Chamber Partnerships
A strong branch growth strategy can be built through a partnership with the local Chamber of Commerce. Chambers are a valuable resource for connecting with the business community, providing access to comprehensive business directories, and often offering early awareness of new companies entering the area. One effective approach is to use Chamber-provided business information to […]
Strike Out Hunger – Loan Rangers
Financial Institution: Family Savings Credit Union The Calhoun, GA Branch participated in the Voluntary Action Center Hand Up, Inc. of Gordon County Strike Out Hunger Bowling Tournament. Embracing the event’s Western theme, the team competed as “The Loan Rangers” and earned the award for Most Creative Team Name. Prize winnings, including a $100 cash award, […]
National Law Enforcement Week Appreciation
Financial Institution: Family Savings Credit Union In recognition of National Law Enforcement Week, snacks were delivered to the Fort Payne Police Department to show appreciation for the officers’ dedication, service, and commitment to protecting and supporting the community.
Candy Jar Connection Strategy
The Candy Jar Connection strategy is a simple but effective community outreach approach designed to help financial institutions build meaningful relationships with local businesses through consistent, thoughtful interactions. By delivering a candy jar to businesses such as restaurants, salons, medical offices, retail stores, and service providers, employees create an easy and friendly reason to visit […]
Grocery Assistance for Blind Residents
Financial Institution: Illinois Educators Credit Union A team of employees from Illinois Educators Credit Union recently spent the morning volunteering at a local assisted living facility serving blind residents, helping support their independence and daily needs. Employees loaded the credit union’s branded vehicle and traveled to the facility, where residents shared personalized grocery lists along […]
Bowling for Kids’ Sake
Financial Institution: Sky Federal Credit Union Big Brothers & Big Sisters Bowling for Kids’ Sake is an annual fundraising event where staff members form teams to support Big Brothers & Big Sisters. Through participation in the bowling event, employees help raise funds that go toward mentoring programs for children and youth in the community.
Blue Jeans Friday
Financial Institution: Sky Federal Credit Union Blue Jeans Friday is an employee engagement and giving program where staff are permitted to wear blue jeans to work each Friday in exchange for a $1 contribution. Funds collected throughout the quarter are pooled together and then directed to a local family, charity, or public service organization chosen […]
HELPing Hands Committee
Financial Institution: Sky Federal Credit Union The HELPing Hands Committee is a dedicated group that gives time and effort year-round to support individuals and families in need throughout the community. Their work includes coordinating holiday giving through a Christmas tree gift program, where donated gifts are collected, wrapped, and delivered to local social service agencies. […]
Children’s Health Coin Drive
Financial Institution: Sky Federal Credit Union A community outreach initiative focused on supporting children’s health brings people together through a simple but powerful idea. It turns everyday spare change into meaningful impact. Throughout the month of April, community members are encouraged to gather loose coins and donate them through participating branches or designated collection points. […]
Branch on Wheels
Financial Institution: Granite Federal Credit Union A Mobile Branch brings a full-service financial experience directly into the community, offering a modern and flexible approach to mobile banking. Designed to go where people gather, it helps make financial services more accessible, personal, and convenient. This branch on wheels can quickly travel to community events, grand openings, […]