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Security Credit Union's commitment to serving the communities of Genesee, Lapeer, Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Saginaw, Sanilac, Shiawassee, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties goes much deeper than providing trusted, financial services.

We enjoy taking an active role in local organizations and events to inspire a better tomorrow. Through sponsorships, hosted events, and volunteering, we invest in and support programs that motivate growth in our communities, enrich lives and encourage financial education.

With your best interest at heart, we are proud to lend a hand with the giving spirits of our employees and officials in time and talent to your organizations and events.

When we're not in the office serving our members, you will most likely see us in your community!

Upcoming Events 2020 2019 2018 Community Partners

Upcoming Events

2020 Events

LEXINGTON INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION – JULY 2020

Security Credit Union will sponsor the Lexington Independence Day Celebration which includes a fireworks display and parade.

EASTERN MICHIGAN STATE FAIR - JULY 2020

Security Credit Union will be sponsoring the 4-H Chicken, Duck and Rabbit tent. This family friendly event is home to thousands of residents from Lapeer, Sanilac and Genesee County.

CROSWELL SWINGING BRIDGE FESTIVAL - August 2020

Security Credit Union will be participating in the parade for the Croswell Swinging Bridge Festival. The festival will feature family events, music, food vendors, fireworks, and more.

LAPEER DAYS FESTIVAL: AUGUST 2020

Security Credit Union will be a Silver Sponsor for the annual Lapeer Days. This FREE family friendly event includes Soap Box Derby, Helicopter rides, Arts & crafts, Parade and car show and more.

SDEV GARDEN PARTY – AUGUST 2020

Security Credit Union is a sponsor of the Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision (SDEV) Garden Party at Cadillac Urban Gardens in Detroit. This event will feature food prepared by local chefs, music, raffles, and more. All proceeds will go to support SDEV's work to improve environmental conditions in Southwest Detroit.

McKENNASSQUAD BEAUTY BAR BALL – AUGUST 2020

Security Credit Union is a sponsor of the McKennassquad Beauty Bar Ball. The beauty bar features a live and silent auction, music, and dinner. All proceeds help to purchase beauty boxes given to sick children at Children’s Hospitals of Michigan

13th ANNUAL BIKES ON THE BRICKS – SEPTEMBER 2020

This year’s Bikes on the Bricks will be held in Downtown Flint with Security Credit Union as the Presenting Sponsor. Bikes on the Bricks is an annual event featuring a Police Skills Competition, Motorcycle Show, Rockabilly Pin‐Up Contest, live music, food vendors, and more.

WOODS‐N‐WATER – SEPTEMBER 2020

Michigan's largest fall outdoor show, Woods‐N‐Water News Outdoor Weekend, will take place at the Eastern Michigan Fairgrounds in Imlay City with SCU as a sponsor. Entertainment will be provided for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and includes exhibitors and seminars. SCU will have a booth at the event with giveaways and credit union information.

ALLY CHALLENGE – SEPTEMBER 2020

SCU will be one of the sponsors of the Ally Challenge PGA Champions Tour Event taking place at Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club in Grand Blanc. The event is designed to showcase the best golfers on the PGA Champions Tour for the enjoyment of spectators and will benefit local charities in the greater Flint area. All three official rounds will be televised internationally on the Golf Channel.

RUBBER DUCK DASH – SEPTEMBER 2020

Kiwanis Club of Lapeer will hold their annual Rubber Duck Dash. This event will take place at Cramton Park in downtown Lapeer with games and activities. SCU will be sponsoring an inflatable obstacle course for children. All proceeds will go towards children’s organizations and causes in Lapeer.

SVSU CARDS PARTY – SEPTEMBER 2020

Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) will hold their annual Cards Party. This SVSU tradition is a student involvement fair where student organizations, non‐profits, and businesses gather to educate students about opportunities within the community.

FOOD BANK OF EASTERN MICHIGAN, EMPTY BOWLS - SEPTEMBER 2020

Security Credit Union employees will attend the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan’s Empty Bowls event. This event includes a simple meal of soup and bread from a variety of local chefs and restaurants, live music, a silent auction, cooking demonstrations and desserts. Attendees will also choose from hundreds of hand-made pottery bowls created by area artisans and took home a one-of-a-kind bowl to serve as a reminder of hunger in our communities.

BARRY ROUBAIX – KILLER GRAVEL ROAD RACE – OCTOBER 2020

On October 10^th, Security Credit Union will be one of the major sponsors and team race sponsor to the world’s largest gravel road race in Hastings, MI with over 3,500 cyclist in attendance.

GRAND BLANC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, CLAY SHOOT - OCTOBER 2020

Security Credit Union will be the Title Sponsor for the Grand Blanc Chamber of Commerce Clay Shoot, at the Grand Blanc Huntsman’s Club. This event is a day of networking and includes the Clay Shoot Competition with proceeds benefitting the Grand Blanc City Police Department’s K-9 Unit.

MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BEAST CANCER - OCTOBER 2020

In October the American Cancer Society will host the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K walk in Downtown Flint. A team of employees will be representing Security Credit Union and joined by millions of people in more than 300 communities, nationwide, to help with the fight against breast cancer.

GENESEE COUNTY 911 TRUNK-OR-TREAT - OCTOBER 2020

Genesee County 911 In conjunction with the Genesee Valley Mall and Flint Township Police Department will hold its 4th annual Trunk-or-Treat. The event is a safe, secure way for children to trick-or-treat in a controlled environment supervised by public safety personnel. SCU is proud to be the community sponsor and supply over 120,000 pieces of candy to approximately 7,000 children.

LAPEER LITERACY CENTER AUCTION - NOVEMBER 2020

Security Credit Union will be a sponsor of the Lapeer Literacy Center Auction. This event is one of the largest fundraisers for the Lapeer Literacy Center. The event is attended primarily by local business owners and their employees.

HOLIDAY POPS - DECEMBER 2020

Security Credit Union will again sponsor the annual Holiday Pops concert, a premier statewide event celebrating unity, family values, and Christmas traditions.

THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS - DECEMBER 2020

Security Credit Union is the proud sponsor of the 2nd The Magic of Christmas at the Flint Institute of Music featuring craft beers, delicious food, and desserts centered on family.

2020

FRED MYERS SCHOLARSHIP – JANUARY 2020

The Fred Myers Scholarship Fund held their annual bowling tournament at Richfield Bowl in Flint on January 18, 2019. Security was lane sponsor for this great fundraiser that we are proud to support.

DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE – FEBRUARY 2020

Grand Blanc Parks & Recreation held its annual Daddy Daughter Dance on February 4^th, 2020, Security Credit Union sponsored the dance which included dinner, dessert, dancing and a craft.

HOME GARDEN BUSINESS EXPO – MARCH 2020

Security Credit Union participated in the 2020 Shiawassee Home Garden Business EXPO on March 14 & 15, 2020 at the Owosso High School.

BURTON COMMUNITY CHALLENGE – MARCH 2020

The Burton Chamber of Commerce held their Fun-Raising bowling event on Friday, March 6^th at B’s Bowling Center in Burton. SCU was a lane sponsor. Portions of the proceeds benefit local charities throughout Burton.

FLINT CHAPTER OF THE MICHIGAN CREDIT UNION- REALITY FAIR– MARCH 2020

Security Credit Union employees volunteered at the Flint Area Chapter of credit unions Reality Fair on March 11^th at Hamady High School in Mount Morris. The event is an interactive session that teaches students to balance a monthly budget of expenses while living on their own and make choices by purchasing goods and services.

2019

FRED MYERS SCHOLARSHIP – JANUARY 2019

The Fred Myers Scholarship Fund held their annual bowling tournament at Richfield Bowl in Flint on January 29, 2019. Security was proud to sponsor this great fundraiser.

VOICES FOR CHILDREN – FEBRUARY 2019

Voices for Children (formerly Priority Children) held its 24th Annual Children's Champion Awards on February 8, 2019, and Security Credit Union sponsored an award. Priority Children was originally launched to organize a community-wide effort to improve the quality of life for children in Genesee County.

HOME GARDEN BUSINESS EXPO - MARCH 2019

Security Credit Union participated in the 2019 Shiawassee Home Garden Business EXPO on March 9 & 10, 2019 at the Owosso High School.

Security Credit Union partnered with Century 21 Reality and participated in the 2019 Saginaw Home Garden Show on March 23 & 24, 2019 at the Saginaw Valley State University Ryder Center.

BARRY-ROUBAIX - APRIL 2019

Security Credit Union was a platinum sponsor for the Barry-Roubaix Races that took place in Hastings, MI on Saturday, April 13, 2019.

LAPEER LITERACY CENTER CAMEL RACES – MAY 2019

Security Credit Union was a proud sponsor of the Lapeer Literacy Center Camel Races that were held on May 3, 2019. Sponsors purchased wooden camels that raced to the toss of the big, fuzzy dice. Guests bet on their favorites camel.

PINK PARTEE AND CADDIES FOR A CAUSE - JUNE 2019

Security Credit Union was the Specialty Sponsor in the Pink ParTee and Caddies for a Cause on June 6^th at Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club. All proceeds benefited the Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Flint, Anna May’s Hope and the Pink Fund. The Pink ParTee raises funds to support local women who are actively fighting breast cancer.

MID- MICHIGAN POLICE K-9 GOLF OUTING - JUNE 2019

Security Credit Union was the premier event sponsor in the Mid- Michigan police k-9 golf outing on June 15^th at the Jewel of Grand Blanc. All proceeds benefited emergency vet bills, safety equipment and training for police K-9 dogs.

LEXINGTON INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION - July 2019

Security Credit Union sponsored the Lexington Independence Day Celebration which included a fireworks display and parade. The fireworks display took place Friday, July 5^th followed by the parade on Saturday, July 6^th.

EASTERN MICHIGAN FAIR - JULY 2019

Security Credit Union sponsored the 4-H Chicken, Duck and Rabbit tent. This family-friendly event was July 23-27 and is home to thousands of residents from Lapeer, Sanilac and Genesee County.

FULL THROTTLE - JULY 2019

Security Credit Union was the premier sponsor for the Full Throttle event put on by Tubbs Brothers, a FREE family fun day which included live music, monster truck show, comedy show, carnival games, magician and inflatables for kids. The event kicked off Friday, July 28^th.

SDEV GARDEN PARTY – AUGUST 2019

Security Credit Union is a sponsor of the Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision (SDEV) Garden Party at Cadillac Urban Gardens in Detroit. This event featured food prepared by local chefs, music, raffles and more! All proceeds support SDEV's work to improve the environmental conditions in Southwest Detroit.

CROSWELL SWINGING BRIDGE FESTIVAL – AUGUST 2019

Security Credit Union is a sponsor of the Croswell Swinging Bridge Festival. This event featured family events, music, food vendors, fireworks and more!

LAPEER DAYS FESTIVAL – AUGUST 2019

The Annual Lapeer Days Festival was held August 16‐18 with Security Credit Union as a Silver Sponsor. Lapeer Days was founded in 1902 and is an exhilarating experience for the entire family. The Festival took place in downtown Lapeer and has grown in popularity to become one of Mid‐Michigan's premier free festivals.

BIKES ON THE BRICKS – SEPTEMBER 2019

The 13th Annual Bikes on the Bricks is held September 6-8, 2019, in Downtown Flint and Security Credit Union is the Presenting Sponsor. Bikes on the Bricks is a Motorcycle show with events like a Police Skills Competition and more!

WOODS‐N‐WATER – SEPTEMBER 2019

Michigan's largest fall outdoor show, Woods‐N‐Water News Outdoor Weekend, takes place September 6-8th at the Eastern Michigan Fairgrounds in Imlay City and Security Credit Union is a sponsor. Entertainment is provided for outdoorsmen of all ages including exhibitors and seminars.

SVSU CARDS' PARTY – SEPTEMBER 2019

On September 11, 2019, Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) will hold their annual Cards' Party. This SVSU tradition is a student involvement fair where student organizations, non‐profit organizations, and businesses gather to educate students about the many opportunities in our community.

ALLY CHALLENGE – SEPTEMBER 2019

On September 13 ‐ 15, 2019, Security Credit Union is a sponsor of the Ally Challenge at Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club in Grand Blanc. The event is designed to showcase champion golfers from the PGA Tour to benefit local charities in the greater Flint area. The three official rounds are televised internationally on the Golf Channel for the enjoyment of spectators.

FOOD BANK OF EASTERN MICHIGAN EMPTY BOWLS – SEPTEMBER 2019

On September 29, 2019, Security Credit Union employees will attend the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan’s annual “Empty Bowls” event. The event includes a simple meal of soup and bread from a variety of local chefs and restaurants along with dessert, live music, a silent auction, cooking demonstrations. Attendees are able to choose from a variety of hand‐made bowls created by local artisans as a reminder of the hunger plaguing our community.

GRAND BLANC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CLAY SHOOT – OCTOBER 2019

Security Credit Union is a sponsor of the annual Grand Blanc Chamber of Commerce Clay Shoot which takes place at the Grand Blanc Huntsman’s Club. The event is a day of networking and friendly competition with proceeds benefitting the Grand Blanc City Police Department K‐9 Unit.

MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER – OCTOBER 2019

On Saturday, October 14, 2019, The American Cancer Society will host its annual “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” 5K walk in Downtown Flint. A team of employees representing Security Credit Union will be joined by millions of people in more than 300 communities nationwide to help support the fight against breast cancer.

FAMILY LITERACY CENTER BENEFIT AUCTION – NOVEMBER 2019

Security Credit Union is a sponsor at the Family Literacy Centers 27th Annual Benefit Auction taking place on Friday, November 3, 2019. This event includes a buffet dinner, delicious desserts and some awesome auction items.

SUPPORT OUR TROOPS – OCTOBER & NOVEMBER 2019

Security Credit Union offices will collect items and monetary donations during October and November for our “Support Our Troops” drive to donate to Operation Care Package of Michigan and I Support the 1% Food Pantry.

2018

2018 Events

HOPS & POPS – DECEMBER 2018

Security Credit Union will present the 3rd annual Hops and Pops event held at the Flint Institute of Music. This event includes craft beers, delicious food and desserts.

HOLIDAY POPS – DECEMBER 2018

Security Credit Union will sponsor and attended the Flint Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday Pops, a premier statewide event that celebrates unity, family values, and Christmas traditions.

SUPPORT OUR TROOPS – OCTOBER & NOVEMBER 2018

FAMILY LITERACY CENTER BENEFIT AUCTION – NOVEMBER 2018

Security Credit Union was a sponsor at the Family Literacy Centers 26th Annual Benefit Auction taking place on Friday, November 2, 2018. This event included a buffet dinner, delicious desserts and some awesome auction items.

FANTASY FOREST – OCTOBER 2018

SCU participated in the Zonta Club of Lapeer’s 17th annual Fantasy Forest on Saturday, October 13, 2018. Local organizations and businesses set up stations along the Rowden Park’s mile‐long walking path. Each station was decorated with a theme and provided an activity and treats for the kids. This year, SCU’s theme was “The 100‐Acre Woods” from Winnie the Pooh.

MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER – OCTOBER 2018

On Saturday, October 13, 2018, The American Cancer Society hosted its annual “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” 5K walk in Downtown Flint. A team of employees representing Security Credit Union was joined by millions of people in more than 300 communities nationwide to help support the fight against breast cancer.

GRAND BLANC FIRE DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE – OCTOBER 2018

The Grand Blanc Fire Department hosted its annual Fire Safety Open House on October 8, 2018. The open house featured a number of fun and educational activities geared toward children and families. Children were also able to interact with various fire department equipment.

GRAND BLANC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CLAY SHOOT – OCTOBER 2018

On October 3, 2018, Security Credit Union was a sponsor of the annual Grand Blanc Chamber of Commerce Clay Shoot which took place at the Grand Blanc Huntsman’s Club. The event was a day of networking and friendly competition with proceeds benefitting the Grand Blanc City Police Department K‐9 Unit.

FOOD BANK OF EASTERN MICHIGAN EMPTY BOWLS – SEPTEMBER 2018

On September 20, 2018, Security Credit Union employees attended the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan’s annual “Empty Bowls” event. The event included a simple meal of soup and bread from a variety of local chefs and restaurants along with dessert, live music, a silent auction, cooking demonstrations. Attendees were able to choose from a variety of hand‐made bowls created by local artisans as a reminder of the hunger plaguing our community.

ALLY CHALLENGE – SEPTEMBER 2018

On September 13 ‐ 16, 2018, Security Credit Union was a sponsor of the Ally Challenge at Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club in Grand Blanc. The event was designed to showcase champion golfers from the PGA Tour to benefit local charities in the greater Flint area. The three official rounds were televised internationally on the Golf Channel for the enjoyment of spectators.

SVSU CARDS' PARTY – SEPTEMBER 2018

On September 12, 2018, Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) held their annual Cards' Party. This SVSU tradition is a student involvement fair where student organizations, non‐profit organizations, and businesses gather to educate students about the many opportunities in our community.

WOODS‐N‐WATER – SEPTEMBER 2018

Michigan's largest fall outdoor show, Woods‐N‐Water News Outdoor Weekend, took place September 7‐9th at the Eastern Michigan Fairgrounds in Imlay City and Security Credit Union was a sponsor. Entertainment was provided for outdoorsmen of all ages including exhibitors and seminars.

BIKES ON THE BRICKS – SEPTEMBER 2018

The 12th Annual Bikes on the Bricks was held September 7‐9, 2018, in Downtown Flint and Security Credit Union was the Presenting Sponsor Bikes on the Bricks is a Motorcycle show with events like a Police Skills Competition and more!

LAPEER DAYS FESTIVAL – AUGUST, 2018

The Annual Lapeer Days Festival was held August 17‐19 with Security Credit Union as a Silver Sponsor. Lapeer Days was founded in 1902 and is an exhilarating experience for the entire family. The Festival takes place in downtown Lapeer and has grown in popularity to become one of Mid‐Michigan's premier free festivals.

CROSWELL SWINGING BRIDGE FESTIVAL – AUGUST 2018

Security Credit Union was a sponsor of the Croswell Swinging Bridge Festival August 3-4 2018. This event featured family events, music, food vendors, fireworks and more!

SDEV GARDEN PARTY – AUGUST 2018

Security Credit Union was a sponsor of the Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision (SDEV) Garden Party at Cadillac Urban Gardens in Detroit on August 2, 2018. This event featured food prepared by local chefs, music, raffles and more! All proceeds support SDEV's work to improve the environmental conditions in Southwest Detroit.

EASTERN MICHIGAN FAIR - JULY 2018

Security Credit Union was a sponsor of the Eastern Michigan Fair held July 22 - 28, 2018, at the fairgrounds in Imlay City.

BUSKER FEST - JUNE 2018

Security Credit Union sponsored an act at the first annual Busker Fest in Imlay City. The Busker Fest took place June 15th-16th. A busker is a person who entertains in a public place for donations. The Busker Fest featured individuals with amazing, skills and bravery. There was also a pet parade, and a 5k.

LAPEER LITERACY CENTER CAMEL RACES – MAY 2018

Security Credit Union was a proud sponsor of the Lapeer Literacy Center Camel Races that was held on May 4, 2018. Sponsors purchase wooden camels that race to the toss of the big, fuzzy dice. Guests bet on their favorites camel.

BARRY-ROUBAIX - APRIL 2018

Security Credit Union was a platinum sponsor for the Barry-Roubaix Races that took place in Hasting, MI on Saturday, April 21, 2018. SCU's President & Chief Executive Officer, Christopher Estes participated in the race.

UAW WILD GAME DINNER – FEBRUARY 2018

On February 17th, Security Credit Union supported the UAW Locals 699 and 668 at their Wild Game Dinner held in Saginaw. Proceeds from the event went to educating youth.

PRIORITY CHILDREN – FEBRUARY 2018

Priority Children of Genesee County held its 23rd Annual Children's Champion Awards on February 9, 2018, and Security Credit Union participated as a sponsor of the Caring Adult Award. Priority Children was launched to organize a community-wide effort to improve the quality of life for children in Genesee County.

FRED MYERS SCHOLARSHIP – JANUARY 2018

The Fred Myers Scholarship Fund held their annual bowling tournament at Richfield Bowl in Flint on January 20, 2018. Security was proud to sponsor this great fundraiser.

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