Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Credit Union ONE provides shredding services to Grand Rapids community

Credit Union ONE Grand Rapids document shredding event
participants in action
Ferndale, Michigan – Approximately 50 people turned out at the Grand Rapids Credit Union ONE Branch on Saturday, September 22nd to shred more than 3,000 pounds of confidential personal and business documents, protecting themselves from identity theft and fraud.

Important information, such as social security numbers, addresses, account information, financial records or personal data, can be stolen and used to open lines of credit, use existing credit cards or to falsify personal information. Shredding documents that contain private information can protect individuals and businesses from fraudulent use of confidential data.

According to Sharon Blower, Credit Union ONE Grand Rapids Branch Manager, "Our members were very appreciative of the opportunity to rid themselves of accumulating paperwork and Credit Union ONE was pleased to be able to offer this service to the Community."

“Every year several million people are victims of identity theft. The shredding event was created to raise awareness about the risks of identity theft and fraud, and to provide a safe and convenient way to dispose of unneeded paperwork," said John Kozich, Executive Director of Community Relations for Credit Union ONE.

Kozich coordinated the three hour event, working closely with Rapid Shred, the industry-leading company that donated their time and equipment to provide secure onsite shredding services. This event is just one of several that Credit Union ONE has provided to their local communities during the year.

After the event, the shredded paper waste was taken away for recycling into paper towel.

Credit Union ONE, headquartered in Ferndale Michigan for over seventy years, offers a wide array of financial services and access to over 28,000 ATM’s nationwide, serving 106,000 members, with eighteen offices in three major metropolitan areas, including Metro Detroit, Grand Rapids and Traverse City. For more information go to cuone.org or "like us" on Facebook

Contact Judi Desilets, Director of Public Relations for Credit Union ONE, 248-584-5224, Judi_Desilets@cuone.org

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Membership with AAA just a click away at Credit Union ONE

Ferndale, Michigan – Members now have another benefit of membership with Credit Union ONE.

Recently announced, this new partnership with AAA will give Credit Union ONE members an immediate discount on AAA memberships, auto, and home insurance.

AAA memberships give access to an array of exclusive benefits that provide value, convenience and peace of mind; some of which include:

• Automatic premium payments through your credit union account

• 24-hour roadside assistance

• Exclusive Show Your Card & Save® discounts, including prescription savings

• Negotiated AAA Travel offers and services

With AAA membership and insurance just a click away, this is just one more way Credit Union ONE is making it simple, convenient and affordable for their members.

Credit Union ONE, headquartered in Ferndale Michigan for over seventy years, offers a wide array of financial services and access to over 28,000 ATM’s nationwide, serving 106,000 members, with eighteen offices in three major metropolitan areas, including Metro Detroit, Grand Rapids and Traverse City. For more information go to cuone.org or "like us" on Facebook

Contact Judi Desilets, Director of Public Relations for Credit Union ONE, 248-584-5224, Judi_Desilets@cuone.org

Monday, September 24, 2012

Credit Union ONE has record turnout for Walk

Credit Union ONE Walkers get ready to Step Out to Stop
Diabetes at the Detroit Zoo
Ferndale, Michigan – For the 2nd year, Credit Union ONE employees, along with friends and family gave back to the community and participated in the Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes event, held at the Detroit Zoo on Saturday, September 15th.

White Credit Union ONE hats could be seen virtually everywhere, as the credit union set a new record with approximately 150 walkers participating this year. This year over $4,200 in donations from combined corporate and individual giving were raised by the credit union. Not only was it a fundraising participation record for Credit Union ONE, but according to a source from the Walk, it was also the largest group participating in the Detroit Walk.

According to Swami Seetharaman, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for Credit Union ONE, “The walk was a good opportunity for us to participate in a cause that touches all of us in one way or another. Being able to contribute to an organization such as the American Diabetes Association allows us to support our life science partners in the community. We were surprised by the number of walkers we had, and are truly proud of the Team.”

One of many StepOut Walks throughout the country, the Walk held in Detroit had a goal this year of $500,000. With over 3,000 walkers and volunteers, they have already raised over $450,000 with several commitments expected, and are confident they will reach their goal by the end of the campaign. Over .84 cents of each dollar raised goes directly into research and programs to help the over 25 million people in the USA with this illness.

Credit Union ONE, headquartered in Ferndale Michigan for over seventy years, offers a wide array of financial services and access to over 28,000 ATM’s nationwide, serving 106,000 members, with eighteen offices in three major metropolitan areas, including Metro Detroit, Grand Rapids and Traverse City. For more information go to cuone.org or "like us" on Facebook

Contact Judi Desilets, Director of Public Relations for Credit Union ONE, 248-584-5224, Judi_Desilets@cuone.org

Ticket sales “Simply Grand” at Credit Union ONE

Winning Branch Staff of Credit Union ONE Southwest
Detroit enjoy a celebratory dinner
Ferndale, Michigan – When employees put their heart and soul into a promotion, the results can be “simply grand”. This is what Credit Union ONE experienced when they promoted the Michigan Credit Union League Legislative Action Fund (MCULLAF) Grand Raffle.

Staff was incented to sell the tickets, with special prizes based on friendly competition between the eighteen branches of Credit Union ONE. The top seling branch, Credit Union ONE South West Detroit won dinner at the restaurant of their choice, while the second place branch won lunch and third place won breakfast for their staff.

Credit union contributions to legislative candidates who support the credit union movement is very important. In Michigan, the Michigan Credit Union League Legislative Action Fund (MCULLAF) is responsible for fundraising programs to ensure that credit unions have a strong voice in Washington, D.C.

Annually, one of the MCULLAF programs is the Grand Raffle, which credit unions throughout the state participate by selling raffle tickets for $5.00 each. This year on November 19th the winning ticket holder will be receiving their choice of either $20,000 toward the purchase of a 2012 GMC Sierra 1500, a 2012 Chevy Sonic or $20,000 cash.

Employees of Credit Union ONE sold 1,295 tickets between May-July 2012 for a total of $6,495 towards the MCULLAF Grand Raffle goal of $225,000. This is a 35% increase in their sales from last year, which earned them a Top 10 selling credit union designation and a Credit Union ONE record for fundraising.

Credit Union ONE, headquartered in Ferndale Michigan for over seventy years, offers a wide array of financial services and access to over 28,000 ATM’s nationwide, serving 106,000 members, with eighteen offices in three major metropolitan areas, including Metro Detroit, Grand Rapids and Traverse City. For more information go to cuone.org or "like us" on Facebook

Contact Judi Desilets, Director of Public Relations for Credit Union ONE, 248-584-5224, Judi_Desilets@cuone.org

Coming Soon!! Document Shred Day at Credit Union ONE Ferndale

Ferndale Credit Union ONE Branch
Get rid of your old tax and personal documents the safe and secure way with the help of Credit Union ONE!

As a FREE service to our members, the Ferndale branch of Credit Union ONE will offer shredding services on-site Saturday, October 27, 2012 from 9 A.M. to 12 P.M. No appointment or sign-up required and members can bring up to 4 large boxes to shred (paper documents only, please).

Contact Judi Desilets, Director of Public Relations for Credit Union ONE, 248-584-5224, Judi_Desilets@cuone.org

Friday, September 7, 2012

Coming Soon!! Document Shred Day at Grand Rapids Branch of Credit Union ONE

Credit Union ONE Grand Rapids Branch

Get rid of your old tax and personal documents the safe and secure way with the help of Credit Union ONE!

As a FREE service to our members, the Grand Rapids branch of Credit Union ONE will offer shredding services on-site Saturday, September 22, 2012 from 9 A.M. to 12 P.M. No appointment or sign-up required & members can bring up to 4 large boxes to shred (paper documents only, please).

Contact Judi Desilets, Director of Public Relations for Credit Union ONE, 248-584-5224, Judi_Desilets@cuone.org