In honor of our tenth anniversary on October 24, Alloya donated $10,000 to 10 charities over 10 business days – a program we called 10 for 10 for 10! The charities were chosen through a nomination and selection process driven by Alloya’s credit union membership. In total, Alloya received 101 nominations over the 10-day nomination period. So, who won $10K? Let’s find out!
PARC (A ServiceSource Affiliate), nominated by Horizon Utah FCU in Farmington, UT
PARC is dedicated to facilitating services, resources and partnerships to support people with disabilities and others they serve, along with their families, caregivers and community members in order to build more inclusive communities. Horizon Utah Federal Credit Union elected to nominate this organization due to the services that PARC provides not only to the recipient, but also their families and the community at large. To learn more about PARC, visit www.parc-ut.org. You can learn more about Horizon Utah Federal Credit Union by visiting www.myhorizoncu.com.
Lake Trust Foundation, nominated by Lake Trust CU in Brighton, MI
Lake Trust Foundation was established to enhance Lake Trust Credit Union’s core value of making a difference. They are committed to positively impacting Michigan communities and creating a brighter future for those in their state. Lake Trust Credit Union elected to nominate the Lake Trust Foundation due to their contributions to local revitalization efforts and small businesses along with the hope that they offer for those in need. To learn more about the Lake Trust Foundation, visit www.laketrust.org/foundation. You can learn more about Lake Trust Credit Union by visiting www.laketrust.org.
Best Buddies International, nominated by Prairieland FCU in Normal, IL
Best Buddies is a nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Prairieland Federal Credit Union said Best Buddies is “dear to [their] hearts” and nominated the charity due to the credit union’s firm belief in inclusion for all. To learn more about Best Buddies, visit www.bestbuddies.org. You can learn more about Prairieland Federal Credit Union by visiting www.notyournormalbank.com.
Finn Foundation Incorporated, nominated by Michigan Educational CU (MECU) in Plymouth, MI
Finn Foundation aims to support traumatic brain injury survivors through donations, education and connection among the traumatic brain injury community. The foundation was formed by the family of Kevin Finneran, the chief financial officer of Michigan Educational Credit Union, after his son Ryan was involved in a serious auto accident during his senior year of high school that resulted in a traumatic brain injury. To learn more about Finn Foundation, visit www.finnfoundationinc.org. You can learn more about MECU by visiting www.michedcu.org.
REALTORS® for Kids, nominated by Northern Hills FCU in Sturgis, SD
REALTORS® for Kids is a non-profit corporation with a mission to distribute funds to children in the Northern Black Hills community to be used for the betterment of children's lives. Northern Hills Federal Credit Union is an active supporter of REALTORS® for Kids. In the past, members and employees of the credit union have received assistance from REALTORS® for Kids when major medical crises occurred or when life presented a challenge for a child. To learn more about REALTORS® for Kids, visit www.realtorsforkids.org. You can learn more about Northern Hills Federal Credit Union by visiting www.northernhillsfcu.org.
Crouse Health Foundation, nominated by Crouse FCU in Syracuse, NY
Crouse Health Foundation was established in 1974 with the mission of supporting Crouse Health in providing the best patient care and promoting community health. Crouse Federal Credit Union has proudly served health care employees of Crouse Hospital and their families since 1978. To learn more about the Crouse Health Foundation, visit www.crouse.org/give/foundation. You can learn more about Crouse Federal Credit Union by visiting www.crousefcu.com.
Wounded Warrior Project®, nominated by Atlantic City FCU in Lander, WY
The Wounded Warrior Project® is dedicated to honoring and empowering Wounded Warriors who incurred a physical or mental injury, illnesses, or wound, co-incident to their military service on or after September 11, 2001. Atlantic City Federal Credit Union nominated the Wounded Warrior Project in honor of the many personal ties the community shares with America’s veterans. To learn more about the Wounded Warrior Project, visit www.woundedwarriorproject.org. You can learn more about Atlantic City Federal Credit Union by visiting www.atlanticcity.coop.
Red Wing Youth Outreach, nominated by Red Wing CU in Red Wing, MN
Red Wing Youth Outreach provides intervention, life-skills education and mentoring for adolescents at risk of facing serious challenges in their healthy transition to adulthood. Red Wing Credit Union supports Red Wing Youth Outreach through mentorship and financial education sessions that help kids develop skills that will help them for a lifetime. To learn more about Red Wing Youth Outreach, visit www.redwingyouthoutreach.org. You can learn more about Red Wing Credit Union by visiting www.redwingcu.com.
Brighter Tomorrows, Inc., nominated by Mayo Employees FCU (MEFCU) in Rochester, MN
Brighter Tomorrows believes that every family who has been touched by a childhood cancer diagnosis deserves a compassionate, loving support system. Mayo Employees Federal Credit Union has long supported Brighter Tomorrows and during the last two years, the credit union has played an integral part in sustaining the events and gatherings that help families feel supported and encouraged despite pandemic-related obstacles. To learn more about Brighter Tomorrows, visit www.brightertomorrowshope.org. You can learn more about Mayo Employees Federal Credit Union by visiting www.mayocreditunion.org.
Hilltop Neighborhood House, Inc., nominated by REGIONAL FCU in Hammond, IN
Hilltop Neighborhood House has empowered the community and strengthened families by providing a place to learn, grow and belong. A team member at REGIONAL Federal Credit Union spent several years serving on the board of Hilltop Neighborhood House and witnessed firsthand the impact that the organization has had on families across the community. To learn more about Hilltop Neighborhood House, visit www.hilltophouse.org. You can learn more about REGIONAL Federal Credit Union by visiting www.regionalfcu.org.
Alloya congratulates the winners of its “10 for 10 for 10” program and thanks its members for their ongoing support of the corporate. Here’s to the next 10! All donations were made in the name of the credit union who nominated the winning charity.