Community Events
Committed to Our Communities...Updated 4/28/08
With the credit union philosophy of "people helping people" in mind, RCU participates in a number of programs to help our local communities.
The Human Race: Sonoma, Marin, Mendocino - May 10th
One Community One Dream
Redwood Credit Union is a proud sponsor of the Human Race in three of the counties we serve: Sonoma, Marin and Mendocino. The Human Race is a nationwide community fundraising event for nonprofit organizations and is the largest collaborative fund-raising event in Sonoma County as well as the largest Human Race in the nation! Each year, an enthusiastic RCU team participates in each of these three races to support our communities and raise funds for local non-profits.
Luther Burbank Rose Parade and Festival May 17th
Go Green & X-Treme
Each year the Luther Burbank Rose Parade & Festival draws more than 3,500 participants to downtown Santa Rosa with over 120 entries, including high school bands, drill teams, dance troops, non-profit groups, equestrians, clowns and of course, politicians. In addition, it takes more than 300 volunteers each year to coordinate different aspects of the parade and festival. For more information visit: www.roseparadefestival.com/
Join us for a FREE Shred-a-Thon Event
August 16, 2008
RCU Members and the community are invited to take part in a FREE Shred-a-Thon event:
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Saturday, August 16th
RCU Administrative Offices
3033 Cleveland Ave, Santa Rosa
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Safely dispose of sensitive documents* such as old financial statements, canceled checks, credit card offers and more. Join us for free educational seminars and information, refreshments, child safety kits, and your chance to win a home/office shredder!
Find out more about Identity Theft and how to prevent it.
*Limit 3 boxes per person.
PAST EVENTS
Petaluma Butter and Eggs Day Parade - April 26th
The Butter & Eggs Day Parade and Celebration is an event held in historic Petaluma the weekend of Saturday, April 26th, 2008. Now celebrating its 27th year, this event consistently draws a broad based and family-oriented crowd of over 30,000 from all parts of the North Bay Area. The main component is a parade with over 2,000 participants strolling twelve blocks through the downtown streets of Petaluma. This years theme was "Happy Birthday Petaluma! Redwood Credit Union volunteers were there to help in the celebration.
American Heart Association's
"Go Red For Women" Day
February 1, 2008
Redwood Credit Union employees showed their commitment to heart health awareness by wearing red on the American Heart Association’s (AHA’s) “National Wear Red Day, on February 1st. As part of their participation in the AHA’s “Go Red for Women” program, RCU staffers wore red to increase awareness that heart disease is the number one killer of women (and men) in America, and to promote healthy lifestyle choices to prevent heart disease. For more information visit goredforwomen.org.
Redwood Credit Union Goes Red for Heart Health
RCU is a Proud Celebrate Community Partner
Redwood Credit Union (RCU) is proud to be affiliated with the Celebrate Community program designed to celebrate Sonoma County's past and future while also increasing community awareness and support for local nonprofit organizations. As we begin our 53rd year of service to Members, RCU remains committed to our mission to give back to the communities we serve. Our partnership in Celebrate Community provides a rewarding means of contributing to local nonprofit efforts that shape and define Sonoma County. Join us in building a better community.
Heart of Marin Awards
January 10, 2008
The Heart of Marin Awards honors Marin County nonprofit groups and the committed individuals who serve them. Jan Wahl, film critic for KCBS and KRON 4, emceed the event.
Nominees were recognized and awards presented in the following categories: Excellence in Leadership, Excellence in Board Leadership, Volunteer of the Year, Youth Volunteers of the Year, Achievement in Nonprofit Excellence and Corporate Community Service. Winners in each of the first five categories received an award of $5,000 to go to the nonprofit of their choice.
Presented by Center for Volunteer and Nonprofit Leadership
2007 United Way Campaign
Redwood Credit Union (RCU) is committed to giving back to the communities in which we serve. The United Way is one of the key organizations that we support each year. Donating to the United Way is a wonderful avenue for giving to local charities and organizations of your choice. Last year, over 200 Redwood Credit Union employees came together during the 2007 United Way campaign to raise $67,670 for our community.
2007 Community Programs
