Jackson, MI – American 1 Credit Union is proud to celebrate the success of its 2024 Holiday Giving initiative. This year, the credit union donated $9,000 to 25 organizations across Jackson, Washtenaw, Hillsdale, Lenawee, Wayne, and Calhoun counties.
Each department within American 1 was empowered to select a local organization, ensuring that contributions reflected the unique needs of their communities. The organizations receiving donations included Jackson Interfaith Shelter, Lenawee Community Foundation, Brooklyn Food Pantry, Chelsea Music Boosters, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and many more.
In addition to the departmental donations, the credit union’s Community Partnership team covered the cost of groceries at area stores. Team members surprised shoppers at locations by donating a total of almost $2,500. In 2024 alone, American 1 CU donated more than $200,000 to local partners, organizations, and nonprofits in the communities it serves.
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