Our Impact
Since its founding, the Desk Drawer Fund has given over $1.9 million to organizations that serve the MSU Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU) and
OU Credit Union Communities.

Accelerate4KIDS® is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that aims to prepare K-12 youth in underserved communities for 21st Century opportunities in technology.

Capital Area Housing Partnership develops strong, diverse neighborhoods with a focus on affordable housing, homeownership, and financial security in mid-Michigan.

To strengthen and support children, families, and individuals as they evolve and grow in a changing community.

To surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.

The Detroit Institute of Arts strives to be the town square of our community, a gathering place for everybody and create experiences that help each visitor find personal meaning with the art, individually, and with each other.

Detroit Public Theatre produces nationally recognized plays and programs with world-class writers, directors, actors, and designers in the heart of Midtown Detroit’s thriving cultural district. We create bold, relevant work that illuminates the thrills, joys, and challenges of our shared human experience.

The Summer Solstice Jazz Festival (SSJF) is a celebration of jazz music featuring nationally recognized and regional jazz artists, as well as youth and community education for residents and visitors of East Lansing.

To end homelessness, one family at a time, by engaging faith-based and community organizations to provide emergency shelter and basic needs to families with children who are homeless and to provide additional programs to assist them in finding housing and sustaining their independence.

Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build sustainable homes, communities and hope.

Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build sustainable homes, communities and hope.

Provides a dynamic, interactive space for families to play, create, and challenge their understanding of science.

Working collaboratively to meet the needs of every child and family they serve, they aim to pursue a hunger-free West Michigan in a way that promotes the experiences and passion of our local community.

Lansing Art Gallery & Education Center's mission is to provide public awareness, education, and enjoyment of the visual arts by promoting the works of Michigan artists.

Lansing SAVE is a school-based initiative with the goal of encouraging school engagement, improved academic performance, and increased enrollment in children's savings accounts.

MWF is a community development organization whose mission is to expand economic opportunity, empower the next generation, and celebrate and honor the accomplishments of Michigan women.
CU Involved
Each year employees are able to vote on the organizations they’d like to see the Credit Union support through fundraising and volunteering. Check out this year’s charities below.