Credit union donates $1,000,000 to art museum (Yes, that is one million dollars!)
March 27, 2013
Michigan State University Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU) of East Lansing, MI�recently made�a $1,000,000 donation to the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at Michigan State University for the MSU Federal Credit Union Artist Studio Series Endowment. This gift will bring renowned artists to MSUs campus to provide engagement opportunities for MSU students and faculty, school children throughout Mid-Michigan, and the general public.
With this new residency program, nationally and internationally known artists will lead art-making activities, lectures, and community events. Visiting artists will travel to schools in the Greater Lansing area to help support local arts programs, and MSU students and faculty will spend time with these artists, learning from the best in the industry. The endowment will also provide the local community with access to lectures and exhibits offered by the visiting artists-in-residence.
Patrick McPharlin, MSUFCUs President and Chief Executive Officer, stated, "Giving back to our community is one of MSUFCUs core values and part of the people helping people philosophy on which credit unions were founded. At MSUFCU, we are committed to making a positive impact on as many peoples lives as possible and investing in our community to help create a place where people are proud to live, work, and visit. We are thrilled to announce the MSU Federal Credit Union Artist Studio Series Endowment and are proud to support programs that help ensure Mid-Michigan is a place full of vibrant arts and entertainment."