Basking Ridge, N.J. (September 20, 2016) The Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundations "Summer Jeans" Fundraiser came to a close on September 2, raising more than $3,000 with 200 donations made by Affinity Employees.
The "Summer Jeans" fundraiser allowed Affinity employees who donated to wear jeans every Friday from Memorial Day through Labor Day, ultimately raising money for the following three charities:
- Puppies Behind Bars, an organization that trains prison inmates to raise service dogs for wounded war veterans and explosive detection canines for law enforcement. Affinitys donation will support the organizations work at Edna Mahon Correctional Facility for Women in Clinton, NJ.� Puppies raised here go on to become bomb-sniffing dogs.
- The Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, to support its Kids Caf� Culinary training program and Backpack Program, which feeds more than 600 children.
- The National Credit Union Foundations relief fund, CUAid, to provide support to credit union members and employees in Louisiana that have been affected by recent flooding.
"Every Affinity employee is dedicated to benefitting their local community," said Dr. Lauretta Farrell, the Foundations executive director.� "The Summer Jeans Fundraiser was an opportunity to donate to the Foundation while enjoying the chance to showcase their blue jean best."
About Affinity Federal Credit Union:
Affinity Federal Credit Union is the largest credit union headquartered in New Jersey. With over $2.3 billion in assets, Affinity has a network of more than 135,000 members from over 6,000 businesses, organizations and clubs throughout the country. Affinity members have access to a network of over 4,000 shared branches and 65,000 fee-free ATMs nationwide. The credit union is a member-owned, not-for-profit, full-service financial institution that has been offering superior financial services for consumers and businesses with a member-oriented focus since 1935. Affinity's consumer banking services include a full suite of deposit products, mobile and online banking, auto, real estate, education and personal loans. Affinity offers a comprehensive set of products and services to support its business members, offering better rates and lower fees than most banks. Whether it is a new venture or a well-established organization, Affinity has the right products and services for each stage of business. Federally insured by NCUA.
About the Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation:
The Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Affinity Federal Credit Union and its members. Together, we leverage our contributions to make impactful investments in local, grassroots charitable organizations, with a special focus on improving the financial lives of our members, friends and neighbors in the communities where we live, work, worship and go to school. Along with our volunteer efforts, together we are working to "Create Something Better." For more information, please follow us on Facebook (AffinityGives) and Twitter (@AffinityFCUfdn).
