Community

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People Helping People is One of the Founding Principles of the Credit Union Movement

Giving Back to the Communities Where Our Members Live and Work

Amount of financial donations given, thanks to the support of our Members and team.
$4,091,610
Amount of financial donations given, thanks to the support of our Members and team.
Number of backpacks with school supplies donated by our team to students who needed them most.
2,925
Number of backpacks with school supplies donated by our team to students who needed them most.
Children's miracle network hospitals

$298,758

In 2024, SchoolsFirst FCU donated and raised $298,758 for CMNH and children’s hospitals in California, including Children’s Hospital of Orange County, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, Rady Children’s Hospital – San Diego and UC Davis Children’s Hospital in Sacramento.
Brian M.
Member Since 2009
Supporting the Educational Community
making smart money decisions
6,112
Our teammembers volunteered to help 6,112 students at 87 Bite of Reality® events. Bite of Reality is a hands-on, money-management simulation designed to educate students about making smart money decisions.
scholarships
$185,000
Last year, 240 students received more than $185,000 in scholarships to continue their education.
financial education workshops
27,201
We empowered more than 27,201 students who participated in financial education workshops and presentations in 954 classrooms.
provide financial education
308
Workshops were hosted for school employees, students and their parents to provide financial education in a fun and interactive way.
Education Foundation
The Education Foundation for California Schools was created in 2003. The Foundation provides K-14 teachers throughout California with grants to help support the launch of education programs for their students.
generous support
$325,314
With generous support from our Members, team and partners, the Education Foundation for California Schools awarded 118 grants to local teachers, totaling $325,314.
Approximately 28,000 students benefited from teacher grants.
28,000
Approximately 28,000 students benefited from teacher grants.
teachers have received grants
$2.5 million
From 2003 – 2024, 993 teachers have received grants, totaling $2.5 million.