Community involvement is a big part of the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People.” At Discovery FCU, we care very strongly about helping out in the Berks County community. Here are some examples of the ways we get involved.
Opportunity House
Holiday Gifts for a Family
For the holiday season the team at Discovery FCU “adopted” two families living at Opportunity House. They recieved everything on their wish list and more! We hosted an angel tree, collected donations, did a jeans day internal fundraiser, and more to make it a great holiday! Learn more here.
Breast Cancer Support Services
Discovery FCU is a huge supporter of Breast Cancer Support Services of Berks County (BCSS). Our staff cares deeply about this cause, as many have been touched by breast cancer and they are motivated to help in any way they can.
Annually we sponsor the Team Holly Hear Our Voices Run/Walk and the Pink Passion for Fashion event.
This October, we also celebrated our community partnership with BCSS with a $2,000 donation on International Credit Union Day. Read more here.
Adalyn Rose Foundation
Discovery FCU is proud to sponsor our new neighbors, the Adalyn Rose Foundation in their mission. The Foundation provides comprehensive and continuous support to families grieving the loss of a child at any time during pregnancy, infancy, or early childhood. Learn more about the partnership here.
Supporting Berks County Veterans
Discovery Federal Credit Union proudly announced a $2,000 donation to the Berks County Veterans Temporary Assistance Program, managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs, in December. This critical program is dedicated to helping local veterans in Berks County who have fallen on hard times. They provide immediate financial assistance to prevent homelessness and address urgent needs such as food, transportation, and housing stability. Read more here.
Community Appreciation Month
Discovery Federal Credit Union proudly hosted a Community Appreciation Month this July, packed with fun-filled events and activities to celebrate and give back to the Berks County community. Throughout the month, the credit union organized a series of events, including Free Ice Cream Day, Shredding Event, and Hot Dog Day featuring a Prize Wheel. We capped it off with a $2,000 donation to our community partner, the Adalyn Rose Foundation.
Humane Pennsylvania
The Walk for the Animals in support of Humane Pennsylvania was a great opportunity to give back to our community and the animals we love. 2024 was our first year participating and it was huge success. With our team of eleven, we were able to raise/donate just under $1,000 to help animals in need.
Helping Harvest Food Bank
The Discovery FCU Team was proud to spend time volunteering at Helping Harvest Food Bank in observance of CU Kind Day! Thankfully we look great in orange and yellow. 🦋
We joined credit unions across the nation in giving back to the communities that help make us who we are. Watch a quick video here.
American Red Cross
Discovery FCU is a huge supporter of the American Red Cross local chapter and veterans. Through the Red Cross we’ve had the pleasure of sponsoring the Berks County Heroes Breakfast, filling out holiday cards for local veterans, and collecting supplies for the Totes of Hope campaign to get needed items to local veterans facing homelessness.
Financial Reality Fairs
Financial literacy is an important topic for us at Discovery FCU. One way we help to spread this important set of skills in Berks County is through joining with other credit unions to provide Financial Reality Fairs at local schools. Discovery FCU helps out at high schools in Wyomissing, Governor Mifflin, Tulpehocken, Hamburg, Schuylkill Valley, Reading, and Conrad Weiser school districts. Learn more about Financial Reality Fairs here.
Discovery FCU is always happy to help local organizations with donations, sponsorships, or volunteer opportunities. Please fill out the form below and we will review your request. Please submit requests 60 days in advance of the payment deadline. Thank you.
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