Credit Union ONE gives back during the holiday season

Ferndale, Michigan – This holiday season, Credit Union ONE’s members and staff generously gave back to the community through donations to Forgotten Harvest and the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program.

Michael Jarnel, Jerome Oswald, and Anthony Jackson of
the U.S. Marine Corps joined John Kozich (third from left),
Credit Union ONE Vice President of Community
Relations, to collect the donated toys. 

Throughout December, each of the credit union’s branches collected donations for the Toys for Tots Program. This year, the collection included more than 1,000 toys, which were picked up by local Marines for distribution to Metro Detroit children.

Additionally, Credit Union ONE hosted a canned food drive benefiting Forgotten Harvest and their mission to end hunger. In total, more than 1,500 pounds of food was collected and the credit union also donated $500 to help those in need.

John Kozich (left) presents a check to Larry Weber, Food
Sourcing Manager of Forgotten Harvest.

“Consistent with our organizational values and community focus, we engage in charitable activities throughout the year. Being involved in worthy causes that provide support and a helping hand to those in need is part of our culture,” said Gary Moody, President and CEO of Credit Union ONE. “Engaging our employees and members validates the cooperative philosophy upon which we operate. It can and does reach beyond providing financial services and truly benefits those in need in our community.” 

$3,000 to be given to local charity in annual Hometown Charity Giveaway

In keeping with the credit union philosophy of “people helping people,” Credit Union ONE will host its third annual Hometown Charity Giveaway.  Voting will take place on Facebook from November 9 – 27, 2015 and one local charity will win a $3,000 donation.

Anyone who “likes” the Credit Union ONE Facebook page is eligible to vote.

The annual Facebook promotion recognizes local organizations and celebrates those who give back. Each of the credit union’s branches – located throughout Metro Detroit and in Grand Rapids and Traverse City – nominated an organization that supports the community they serve.

Ranging from human services and research groups to community enrichment and animal welfare organizations, the nominated charities all share a commitment to helping others.

A complete list of the nominated charities, along with more information about their work, can be found online at cuone.org/hometown.