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 local community. Here are some examples of the ways we get involved.
Helping Harvest
The Big Cheese
United Way’s The Big Cheese is the largest United Way-driven meal packaging event in the country, and Discovery Federal Credit Union is proud to support this wonderful cause. More than 1,000 volunteers came together to put together meal packages to then be distributed to Helping Harvest Food Bank. From there, the packages make their way to local school children through the Weekender Program, as well as to food pantries located throughout Berks County.
Interested in joining the next “The Big Cheese” event? Click here to learn more.
Ryder K Cup
Discovery FCU is proud to sponsor the Ryder K Cup Gold Tournament, benefiting Ryder Knechtle and Elle’s Angels Foundation.
Elle’s Angels Foundation is dedicated to funding research for pediatric brain cancer, while also supporting families facing the financial and emotional challenges of a child’s diagnosis. They work closely with hospitals and communities to provide comfort, resources, and hope, ensuring that no family fights alone. To learn more about Elle’s Angels Foundation, and the impact they have on the community, click here.
ProBerco
Discovery Federal Credit Union is a proud sponsor of ProBerco. In this role, Discovery FCU takes part in a variety of events throughout the year, including the annual ProBerco Walk. The credit union has also hosted its own Ice Cream Day and recognizes ProBerco as a Select Employment Group, providing their employees and staff with exclusive benefits offered by Discovery Federal Credit Union.
ProBerco, previously known as Prospectus Berco, is a non-profit created to enrich the lives of people with disabilities and their families by providing innovative community participation, community living, employment opportunities, and family support services. If you would like to learn more about how to get involved, click 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 November. 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 and Member Appreciation
Discovery Federal Credit Union proudly hosts Community Appreciation Events all year long. These events are packed with fun-filled days and activities to celebrate and give back to the Berks County community. These appreciation days include a series of events, including Free Ice Cream Day, Shredding Event, and Hot Dog Day featuring a Prize Wheel.
Stay tuned for community and member event announcements happening all year.
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. During the Annual Berks County Heroes Breakfast, the American Red Cross Pennsylvania Rivers Chapter honored individuals who have demonstrated heroism through extraordinary acts of courage, kindness, dedication and service to the community.
We also support with the American Red Cross 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.
Adalyn Rose Foundation
Discovery FCU is proud to sponsor our 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. In addition to sponsoring, we also provide the Adalyn Rose Foundation with discounted rent, allowing them to provide more for families in need. Learn more about the partnership 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.
Every October, for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we host a fundraiser that benefits BCSS and all of those who are affected by Breast Cancer in the Berks County community.
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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