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IN THE NEWSCredit Union Helps Feed FamiliesCredit Union Announces Scholarship Recipients Credit Union Helps Teach Healthy Lifestyles Luong Receives Certification Community Support for Garden Grows Credit Union Helps Children Find Families Green Receives Certification Credit Union Helps Local Animals Magic Show to Benefit Relay For Life Community Invited to Help Plan Garden Lebrecque Hired Youth Financial Workshops Community Recycle Day Pictures with the Easter Bunny Head Receives Diaper Donation Polley Receives Certification KEENE RECOGNIZED AS OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEERJuly 12, 2010 
CREDIT UNION HELPS FEED FAMILIESJuly 6, 2010 Statistics show 10% of Maine households, representing 150,000 people, experience food insecurity. Several groups are found to be at greater risk of hunger in Maine including children, adults in low income families, disabled persons, persons with special needs, the elderly, and those living in rural regions and the inner cities of Maine’s largest urban places. For this reason, Community Credit Union was proud to present the Trinity Jubilee Center with a check in the amount of $500. “We have seen an increasing number of individuals using our services,” said Kim Wettlaufer, Executive Director for the Trinity Jubilee Center. “This donation could not have come at a better time.” The Trinity Jubilee Center regularly addresses otherwise unmet personal, family, social and spiritual needs of people in the surrounding communities. They assist people through the variety of programs they offer including a drop-in center, meals and food, refugee relations, child care, advocacy and intervention. In a year, they serve 3,000 families with 35,000 plates of food, 35,000 diapers, 7,500 pounds of produce and 15,000 loaves of bread. Every year, Community Credit Union participates in the Maine Credit Union League initiative known as “Ending Hunger. Since its creation, Maine Credit Unions have raised over $3.1 million to help end hunger in Maine. At the end of each year, a portion of the money raised by each individual participating credit union is given back to that credit union to then be distributed to hunger organizations in their own community. Community Credit Union is a member-owned, full service financial institution that has been serving its members and the community since 1945. Community Credit Union has branches located at 144 Pine Street, Lewiston and 40 Stanley Street, Auburn. For more information, log onto www.communitycreditunion.com
CREDIT UNION ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTSJuly 3, 2010 Lewiston, Maine - Community Credit Union is proud to announce the 2010 recipients of the Gerald R. Langelier Scholarship from Community Credit Union: Hanan Ahmed, Lewiston High School The Gerald R. Langelier Scholarship from Community Credit Union is made possible through the generous donations of management, employees and volunteers of Community Credit Union. For more information on the scholarship program, please visit www.communitycreditunion.com . Community Credit Union is a member-owned, full service financial institution that has been serving its members and the community since 1945. Community Credit Union has branches located at 144 Pine Street, Lewiston and 40 Stanley Street, Auburn. For more information, log onto www.communitycreditunion.com For more information on the Community Credit Union Scholarship, please click here
CREDIT UNION HELPS TEACH HEALTHY LIFESTYLESJune 16, 2010Statistics show that more than 40% of Maine kids under the age of 12 show some evidence of hunger and an additional 64,000 children are at risk of hunger. For this reason, Community Credit Union was proud to present the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine’s Auburn/Lewiston Clubhouse with a check in the amount of $500. “Kids walking through our doors find a welcoming and supportive place to spend their after school and summer hours,” explained Andie Hannon, Unit Director of Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine’s Auburn/Lewiston Clubhouse. “This donation will help us to continue our healthy lifestyles program in which we talk about nutrition, healthy eating and cooking.” Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine’s Auburn/Lewiston Clubhouse provides programs and activities that impact youths in three essential ways: academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. Every year, Community Credit Union participates in the Maine Credit Union League initiative known as “Ending Hunger. Since its creation, Maine Credit Unions have raised over $3.1 million to help end hunger in Maine. At the end of each year, a portion of the money raised by each individual participating credit union is given back to that credit union to then be distributed to hunger organizations in their own community. Community Credit Union is a member-owned, full service financial institution that has been serving its members and the community since 1945. Community Credit Union has branches located at 144 Pine Street, Lewiston and 40 Stanley Street, Auburn. For more information, log onto www.communitycreditunion.com  LUONG RECEIVES CERTIFICATIONMay 19, 2010Community Credit Union is pleased to announce that Bruce Luong has received his certificate as a CUNA Certified Financial Counselor. In receiving this certification, Luong has completed a comprehensive training program designed to provide financial counseling skills that will allow him to better assist individuals in achieving their financial goals. This comprehensive program is broken down into 8 modules and covers topics including communication skills, controlling living expenses, understanding consumer credit, matching values to money, retirement, taxes, insurance, investments and more.Luong is a Loan Officer at Community Credit Union and has been employed there for the last 3 years. Luong is an active member of the Auburn Baptist Church and resides in Lewiston with his wife Rachel and son Jonah. Community Credit Union is a member-owned, full service financial institution that has been serving its members since 1945. Community Credit Union has branches located at 144 Pine Street, Lewiston and 40 Stanley Street, Auburn . For more information, log onto www.communitycreditunion.com  COMMUNITY SUPPORT FOR GARDEN GROWSMay 14, 2010Even rain couldn't keep community members away as St. Mary's Health System, Lots to Gardens, Community Credit Union and the City of Lewiston held the first community planning meeting for a garden with the future home located on the corner of Pine and Howe Streets in Lewiston. "It was amazing to see all the community members who came out to the meeting," said Jo-Ann Jackson, Garden Project Coordinator for Community Credit Union. "We weren't sure if anyone would show up, especially with the rain. The turnout was incredible." Community members, employees of Community Credit Union and employees and volunteers with Lots to Gardens joined together to spread the compost and prepare the garden for the initial planting stages. In addition, Community members were asked for their feedback and suggestions including a name for the garden, items to be grown in the garden and more. "We received excellent feedback from the community and hope to be able to build their feedback into our plan," said Jackson. "After all, it's not our Garden; it's a Community Garden."Bridgette Bartlett, Education and Outreach Coordinator for St. Mary's Lots to Gardens program is a community garden veteran. She has helped to create more than a dozen gardens in the Lewiston area. "Community members were extremely enthusiastic at the prospect of a garden. They were ready to dig in and all work together. We actually got a lot of work done already, despite the rain. Community members are invited to help with the upkeep of the garden. Volunteers will be working at the garden every Tuesday from 1:30pm-2:30pm. If there are any questions community members are encouraged to contact Bridgette at Lots to Gardens: 513-3844 or lotstogardens@gmail.com Lots to Gardens, a program of St. Mary's Health System, uses sustainable urban gardens to create access to fresh food, empower youth, and build community in Lewiston, Maine. Through this work they raise community awareness about local food systems and work with youth to create solutions to address food insecurity. Community Credit Union is a member-owned, full service financial institution that has been serving its members since 1945. Community Credit Union has branches located at 144 Pine Street, Lewiston and 40 Stanley Street, Auburn . For more information, log onto www.communitycreditunion.com
CREDIT UNION HELPS CHILDREN FIND FAMILIESMay 13, 2010Sadly, many children in Maine experience abuse and/or neglect from a person within their birth home. When the parents or caregivers cannot ensure a safe, stable environment for that child, the child may be placed in a foster home until the environment becomes safe again. If a judge determines that the home is once again safe, the child can return. When birth parents are unable to correct the issues that exist in their home to keep their child safe, a judge may terminate their parental rights. If this occurs, the child is then available for adoption. The child will stay in foster care until the child is adopted or reaches adulthood. "Currently in Maine, 155 children are waiting for an adoptive family," said Grace Cleaves, Executive Director for A Family For ME. "This donation will help us connect potential adoptive parents with children whose only wish is to be a part of a family," A Family For ME is a collaborative program with the Maine Department of Health and Human Services and serves as Maine's statewide recruitment initiative for foster and adoptive families."The Credit Union participated in a contest held by the Maine Credit Union League to promote the benefits of a service called Shared Branching," said Kerry Wood, Executive Vice President for Community Credit Union. "Our prize for winning the contest was $500 to be donated to the charity of our choice. We allowed employees to vote for the organization and they chose A Family For ME. We have an employee who lived in many foster families throughout her life and from her stories have learned the values of this program and its services." Community Credit Union is a member-owned, full service financial institution that has been serving its members since 1945. Community Credit Union has branches located at 144 Pine Street, Lewiston and 40 Stanley Street, Auburn . For more information, log onto www.communitycreditunion.com  GREEN RECEIVES CERTIFICATIONMay 11, 2010Community Credit Union is pleased to announce that Michelle Green has received her certificate as a CUNA Certified Financial Counselor. In receiving this certification, Green has completed a comprehensive training program designed to provide financial counseling skills that will allow her to better assist individuals in achieving their financial goals. This comprehensive program is broken down into 8 modules and covers topics including communication skills, controlling living expenses, understanding consumer credit, matching values to money, retirement, taxes, insurance, investments and more.Green is a Loan Officer at Community Credit Union and has been employed there for the last 11 years. She resides in Greene with her husband Rodney. Community Credit Union is a member-owned, full service financial institution that has been serving its members since 1945. Community Credit Union has branches located at 144 Pine Street, Lewiston and 40 Stanley Street, Auburn . For more information, log onto www.communitycreditunion.com  CREDIT UNION HELPS LOCAL ANIMALSMay 3, 2010In April, Community Credit Union sold paper Easter Eggs to help raise money for the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society. Thanks to members, staff and management, $500 was successfully raised. "The animal shelter accepts lost, stray and privately owned animals. Being a full service shelter means taking many types of animals and offering a variety of programs," said Steven Dostie, Shelter Director for the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society. "This donation will help us continue to provide the resources and best care possible to the animals we care for." "Every year we sell Easter Eggs for a community organization that is near and dear to the heart of our employees," said Jessica Perron, Member Services Supervisor of Community Credit Union. "I am a true animal lover, having 9 pets of my own. All of us at Community Credit Union love our animal companions and understand the importance they bring to our lives and families. We believe this donation is a great way to give back to our community and help our less fortunate animals at the same time. Community Credit Union is a member-owned, full service financial institution that has been serving its members since 1945. Community Credit Union has branches located at 144 Pine Street, Lewiston and 40 Stanley Street, Auburn . For more information, log onto www.communitycreditunion.com  MAGIC SHOW TO BENEFIT RELAY FOR LIFEApril 22, 2010When: Saturday, May 8 at 4:00pm Where: Lewiston Middle School, Central Avenue, Lewiston Lewiston, ME - - Community Credit Union is proud to present THE GREAT STEPHAN, a one hour magical and illusion show to benefit Relay For Life, the American Cancer Society's signature event. Tickets are only $10 each and can be purchased by visiting Community Credit Union at 144 Pine Street in Lewiston or 40 Stanley Street in Auburn or by calling 207.783.2096. Community Credit Union is a member-owned, full service financial institution that has been serving its members since 1945. Community Credit Union has branches located at 144 Pine Street, Lewiston and 40 Stanley Street, Auburn . For more information, log onto www.communitycreditunion.comCOMMUNITY INVITED TO HELP PLAN GARDENApril 16, 2010The Spring weather has finally arrived and so have the plans for a new Community Garden in downtown Lewiston. St. Mary's Health System, Lots to Gardens, Community Credit Union and the City of Lewiston would like to invite you to the first community planning meeting being held Tuesday, May 4 from 5pm-7pm. "We're always looking for new ways to get involved in the Community," said Donna R Steckino, President/CEO of Community Credit Union. "This year we've decided to get involved by continuing to help beautify the neighborhood around our Lewiston branch." In the past year Community Credit Union has helped to establish a cleaner and safer environment by changing what were 2 unusable condemned buildings into usable functional space; one of which will serve as the future home of the Community Garden located on the corner of Pine and Howe Streets. "This is not St. Mary's Garden; it doesn't belong to Community Credit Union; it doesn't belong to the City," said Steckino. "This Community Garden belongs to the neighborhood, the members of this community." All community members are invited to attend the community planning meeting being held Tuesday, May 4 from 5pm-7pm at the future site of the garden located on the corner of Pine and Howe Streets. Community members will have the opportunity to learn about the garden, give feedback, offer input and find out how to get involved. If you have any questions please contact Bridgette at Lots to Gardens: 513-3844 or lotstogardens@gmail.com Lots to Gardens, a program of St. Mary's Health System, uses sustainable urban gardens to create access to fresh food, empower youth, and build community in Lewiston, Maine. Through this work they raise community awareness about local food systems and work with youth to create solutions to address food insecurity. LABRECQUE HIREDApril 15, 2010Community Credit Union is pleased to announce the hiring of Diane. T Lebrecque as the new Vice President of Lending. Diane brings with her over 26 years of experience, previously working as the VP of Lending at Sabattus Regional Credit Union. With this new position, Labrecque will be responsible for all aspects of loan operations including monitoring the following: loan activity, rates, policies, procedures and more. She has completed 3 years of the CUNA Lending School as well as other various Credit Union courses. Diane resides in Wales with her daughter Andrea and son Travis.Community Credit Union is a member-owned, full service financial institution that has been serving its members since 1945. Community Credit Union has branches located at 144 Pine Street, Lewiston and 40 Stanley Street, Auburn . For more information, log onto www.communitycreditunion.com
YOUTH FINANCIAL WORKSHOPSApril 8, 2010When: Saturday, April 24, 2010 from 10am-12pm Where: Rollerdrome, 12 Riverside Drive, Auburn In celebration of National Youth Week for Credit Unions, Community Credit Union will be offering free financial workshops for Youths up to age 17 on Saturday, April 24, 2010. The morning will start with a roller skating party from 10am-11am. Following that, a pizza party will be held for those attending the financial workshops which will run from 11am-12pm. The workshops will be as follows: Ages 4 to 9: Recognizing Money Ages 10 to 14: Understanding Your Checkbook Ages 15 to 17: Budgeting The workshops are presented in the form of games and activities and offered at no cost. Registration is required by calling Kim Polley at 207.783.2096 ext. 209. All activities for the day will be held at the Rollerdrome located at 12 Riverside Drive in Auburn. Community Credit Union is a member-owned, full service financial institution that has been serving its members since 1945. Community Credit Union has branches located at 144 Pine Street, Lewiston and 40 Stanley Street, Auburn . For more information, log onto www.communitycreditunion.com COMMUNITY RECYCLE DAYApril 1, 2010When: Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 9am-1pm Where: In the parking lot next to Community Credit Union, 40 Stanley Street, Auburn (just off Center Street, behind Stratham Tire) Lewiston, ME - - In celebration of Earth Day, a Community Recycle Event will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 9am-1pm. Several local organizations have donated their services to help community members do their part in recycling. The following items will be accepted for drop off:
This event has been made possible by: City of Auburn, Community Credit Union, E-Waste Recycling Solutions, Security Shredding, and Stratham Tire. Community Credit Union is a member-owned, full service financial institution that has been serving its members since 1945. Community Credit Union has branches located at 144 Pine Street, Lewiston and 40 Stanley Street, Auburn . For more information, log onto www.communitycreditunion.comPICTURES WITH THE EASTER BUNNYMarch 4, 2010When: Saturday, March 20, 2010 from 9am-12pm Where: Community Credit Union, 144 Pine Street, Lewiston The Easter Bunny will be visiting Community Credit union for holiday pictures. Children and their families are invited to have their picture taken. All children will be able to decorate their own picture frame, enjoy some wonderful cookies and get a chance to win a Easter basket full of goodies. There is no cost for the pictures, but donations are welcome to benefit the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society. Community Credit Union is a member-owned, full service financial institution that has been serving its members since 1945. Community Credit Union has branches located at 144 Pine Street, Lewiston and 40 Stanley Street, Auburn . For more information, log onto www.communitycreditunion.com HEAD START RECEIVES DIAPER DONATIONFebruary 1, 2010After a very successful Diaper Drive was held at Community Credit Union, Androscoggin Head Start received 40 boxes of diapers. Board Members, Management, Employees and Members of Community Credit Union raised over $1,500 to help the children in our communities. Board Members, Management and Employees started the Diaper Drive by making personal contributions that amounted to $480. In addition, they held a 50/50 raffle during the month of December to help raise additional funds to purchase diapers. The 50/50 raised over $1,000, providing $500 to purchase diapers and the other $500 going to one lucky member just in time for the holidays!"It was a pleasure to provide these diapers to Head Start; they provide a well-needed service to our communities. A special thanks goes out to our employees and more importantly our members; it would not have been as successful without them." said Jennifer Hogan, Marketing/Business Development Director for Community Credit Union. "We are very thankful for this wonderful donation. On a weekly basis, we go through more than 400 diapers, which you can imagine gets expensive" said Estelle Rubeinstein, Executive Director for Androscoggin Head Start. Head Start is a program for children and their families, providing pre-school and child care services, education, nutrition, and support for families. Androscoggin Head Start and Child Care's mission is to promote the positive growth of children, families and staff. Community Credit Union is a member-owned, full service financial institution that has been serving its members since 1945. Community Credit Union has branches located at 144 Pine Street, Lewiston and 40 Stanley Street, Auburn . For more information, log onto www.communitycreditunion.com POLLEY RECEIVES CERTIFICATIONJanuary 25, 2010Community Credit Union is pleased to announce that Kim Polley has received her certificate as a CUNA Certified Financial Counselor. In receiving this certification, Polley has completed a comprehensive training program designed to provide financial counseling skills that will allow her to better assist individuals in achieving their financial goals. This comprehensive program is broken down into 8 modules and covers topics including communication skills, controlling living expenses, understanding consumer credit, matching values to money, retirement, taxes, insurance, investments and more.Polley is the Operations Supervisor for Community Credit Union and has been employed there for the last 4 1/2 years. She is a graduate of the Androscoggin Leadership Development Institute and has completed several Credit Union courses. She is also enrolled at Central Maine Community College pursing a degree in Business. Polley is involved in the community serving as Treasurer for Androscoggin Habitat for Humanity and as a volunteer on the community involvement committee for YPLAA (Young Professionals of the Lewiston-Auburn Area). She resides in Auburn with her husband Dave. Community Credit Union is a member-owned, full service financial institution that has been serving its members since 1945. Community Credit Union has branches located at 144 Pine Street, Lewiston and 40 Stanley Street, Auburn . For more information, log onto www.communitycreditunion.com |
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