Hospital Comfort Carts
Financial Institution: P1FCU One credit union found a meaningful way to support its community by sponsoring Comfort Carts at a local hospital. These mobile carts travel throughout the facility, providing patients with items that bring comfort, convenience, and a sense of care during their hospital stay. Stocked with essentials such as hygiene products, reading glasses, […]
Student Mock Interview Support
Financial Institution: Tucson Federal Credit Union Participate in local school or career readiness events by supporting mock interview sessions for students involved in programs such as FBLA or similar leadership organizations. Team members can serve as interviewers, providing students with real-world practice, professional feedback, and encouragement. This type of outreach helps students build confidence, strengthen […]
Fraud Awareness Social Media Campaign
Financial Institution: Tucson Federal Credit Union Develop a seasonal social media campaign focused on educating members and the community about common fraud risks during peak shopping and gift-giving periods. The campaign shares short, easy to understand descriptions of common scams such as bank imposters, gift card scams, fake online stores, phishing emails, charity scams, investment […]
Disc Golf Cooler Summer Giveaway
Financial Institution: Family Savings Credit Union Hosting a seasonal community giveaway that is designed to engage members and the public through both digital and in-branch participation. The initiative encourages simple social media interaction along with branch visits, helping strengthen community connection and increase awareness of available services. Participants are invited to enter through basic social […]
Walk for Wishes
Financial Institution: P1FCU P1FCU participated in the Make-A-Wish Idaho Walk for Wishes as a water sponsor, supporting an event that raises funds to grant wishes for children across Idaho. The walk helps make experiences possible such as trips to Disney World, Hawaii, Legoland, and even the Super Bowl. Through this involvement, P1FCU contributed to a […]
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 […]