MSUFCU’s Foundation And Employees Donate More Than $714,000 In 2021
EAST LANSING, Mich. — MSU Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU) is proud to announce its foundation, the Desk Drawer Fund, donated $453,143 to 104 organizations in 2021, and employees donated $261,422 in 2021, $61,000 more than the goal.
Desk Drawer Fund recipients included nonprofits, organizations, and individuals within the foundation’s five philanthropic pillars of Arts & Culture, Stable Housing, Empowering Youth, Financial Education, and Entrepreneurialism.
In 2020, the Desk Drawer Fund distributed $446,251 to 70 organizations and individuals.
“We are proud of the support the Desk Drawer Fund has received from members and community members since its founding in 2019,” said Whitney Anderson-Harrell, MSUFCU Chief Community Development Officer and Desk Drawer Fund President. “These donations allow the foundation to support organizations that are vital to our cities, communities, and families. They assist individuals and families by creating jobs, teaching valuable skills, and increasing overall quality of life. We are privileged to have an impact on local economies through our foundation.”
For more information, visit deskdrawerfund.org.
Credit Union employees work together each year to select and support local charities throughout the various communities MSUFCU serves. Employees come together to fundraise in a variety of ways to help support organizations vital to our communities’ success. MSUFCU’s employee 2021 fundraising efforts included virtual runs/walks, dress down days, and more. In addition to donating funds to local organizations, employees also volunteered their time and talents.
Credit Union employees selected these 2021 charity partners:
In the first quarter, employees raised funds for REACH Studio Art, a Lansing-based studio art center offering programs dedicated to mentoring youth, urban revitalization, and strengthening community.
In the second quarter, fundraising efforts focused on Salus Center, based in Lansing. Founded in 2017, Salus serves Lansing’s LGBTQIA+ communities as a gathering space and information hub.
New Hope Pet Rescue in Charlotte was the organization supported in the third-quarter. This organization is committed to helping people and animals in need. Its mission is to provide a means to place unwanted, adoptable animals into appropriate, loving homes.
MSUFCU closed out the year with fourth-quarter fundraising for Firecracker Foundation in Holt. This organization provides comprehensive services to child survivors and their families, and community education by creating a holistic, safe space for the community to support children, families, and advocates.
The Capital Area United Way benefits from MSUFCU’s fundraising efforts as well. The Credit Union donates a portion of the proceeds from its dress down days each quarter, and the Capital Area United Way also receives funds through the Credit Union’s annual payroll deduction campaign to support United Way.
Founded in 1937, MSUFCU has a national reputation for excellence and has received several top industry and workplace awards, including being named a Best Credit Union to Work For® by American Banker for the fifth year, a Top Workplace by the Detroit Free Press for 11 consecutive years, a National Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® winner for six consecutive years, and was named one of the top five Michigan credit unions on Forbes' Best-in-State Credit Unions 2021 list. MSUFCU was named a Best Workplace in Financial Services and Insurance by Fortune Magazine for two consecutive years and has been certified as a Great Place to Work® for nine consecutive years. MSUFCU has been recognized by the Credit Union National Association, earning first place for the people-helping-people philosophy 2020 Louise Herring Award. MSUFCU is headquartered in East Lansing, Mich., has 22 branches, over 320,000 members, more than $6.6 billion in assets, and nearly 1,000 employees. For more information, visit msufcu.org.
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