OU Credit Union has branches located in several geographic regions across the state of Michigan: Greater Lansing, Southeast Michigan, Grand Rapids, and Grand Traverse. Market Managers in each of the four regions work closely with new and existing community partners to create relevant and lasting impact through donations, financial education, volunteer opportunities, in-kind support, and storytelling.

The Community Impact team is excited to introduce OU Credit Union members to a few of our major nonprofit partners in each of these regions over the next two months. This month, we're highlighting the Greater Lansing and Southeast Michigan regions.

Watch the Greater Lansing video here to learn more about: Ourspace (517), Arts Council of Greater Lansing, and Allen Neighborhood Center.

Watch the Southeast Michigan video here to learn more about: Neighborhood House, New Day Foundation for Families, and Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD).

OU Credit Union is proud to support local communities through strong charity partnerships.

Piano Monster, part of the MSUFCU Showcase Series presented by the MSU College of Music, took place on Sunday, May 5. From sublime harmony to monstrous thunder, four grand pianos at the masterful hands of multiple pianists painted a picturesque concert with enchanting unity and beauty. "Stories from Around the World," presented a medley of classical selections highlighting fairytales, folklore, and culture, part of an unforgettable musical experience for the whole family at the Fairchild Theatre.

This year's program featured a classic children's fairytale, Peter and the Wolf, by Sergei Prokofiev. Additional works include La gazza ladra by Gioachino Rossini, music from the play Peer Gynt composed by Edvard Grieg, Cielito Lindo-themed folk songs in celebration of Cinco de Mayo, and John Philip Sousa's famous Stars and Stripes Forever.

Generously sponsored by Andrea L. Wulf and Clare Mackey.

OU Credit Union is proud to support MSU College of Music and it's belief that everyone deserves an expressive life, one that is enriched and transformed by the awe-inspiring power and unique beauty of music.

OU Credit Union was excited to launch Membership Mixers earlier this year. Membership Mixers provide exclusive access and opportunities to members of OU Credit Union to participate in special experiences that vary from month-to-month.

In March, members partook in a bouquet making lesson with local florist, Sparrow Bloom. The April Membership Mixer provided an opportunity for members to taste their way through local eateries with a food passport. Select dishes and drinks were featured from American Fifth Spirits, Beggar's Banquet, Mitten Raised , Pablo's Mexican Restaurant, The People's Kitchen, Saddleback BBQ, and Social Sloth.

With 140 attendees between the two events, we fostered community engagement alongside 10 local vendors and 18 OU Credit Union employee volunteers. Hosted at our new downtown East Lansing location, the Membership Mixer is scheduled to return this fall providing experiences and connections for our valued members. Stay tuned for upcoming series information.

Each quarter the Desk Drawer Fund invites members of the Credit Union to purchase $20 tickets in support of the DDF raffle. This raffle, DDF sold a total of 2,186 tickets, with $43,720 in ticket sales. "One lucky winner will get $20,000 and $23,720 will go back to our community. This has been our biggest raffle yet." said Samantha Willett, Desk Drawer Fund Manager. Quarter 2 Raffle is now open, and tickets can be purchased by visiting a local branch. Purchasing a raffle ticket is an opportunity to win $20,000 and contribute to the DDF mission.

The Desk Drawer Fund was introduced in 2019, to empower members, employees, and other businesses to contribute in investing into our local communities, by providing the opportunity for charitable giving. Donations are categorized under five philanthropic pillars: Arts & Culture, Empowering Youth, Financial Education, Fostering Entrepreneurialism, and Stable Housing.

So far this year DDF has gifted $100,000 to Impression Five and Traverse City Orchestra, in alignment with their Empowering Youth Philanthropic Pilar.

OU Credit Union is proud to support the Desk Drawer Fund's vision of vibrant communities where every act of giving creates a profound impact, fostering a culture of generosity and empowerment.