CCU in the News
Dr. Clifford Allen Retires from California Credit Union Board of Directors After 40 Years of Service — After serving as a volunteer with California Credit Union (CCU) for more than 40 years, Dr. Clifford Allen has announced his retirement from the CCU Board of Directors. Dr. Allen served as a member of the CCU Supervisory Committee from 1967 to 1973. Since 1973, Dr. Allen has been a member of CCU’s Board of Directors, holding several positions, including Chairman of the Board. Dr. Allen helped lead a series of initiatives that made it possible for California Credit Union to provide educators throughout California with exceptional financial services. Dr. Allen was officially recognized with a luncheon honoring his retirement for his many years of leadership and dedication, at which time the Board officially designated Dr. Allen a “Director Emeritus.”
California Credit Union North Hollywood Branch Holds Grand Opening Celebration — California Credit Union’s (CCU) North Hollywood branch held a Grand Opening celebration for its members on Thursday, Oct. 25. The new branch, located at 11331 Camarillo St., was officiated by CCU Board Chairman Dr. Francis Nakano, CCU President & CEO Ron McDaniel and CCU North Hollywood Branch Manager Shabnam Daei. Members enjoyed refreshments and giveaways while mingling with CCU employees and volunteers. The crowd enjoyed a serenade from a chorus of 66 Maurice Sendak Elementary School students. During the event, CCU was honored to receive a certificate presented by Karo Torossian, a representative from Glendale Assembly Member Paul Krekorian’s office. CCU was also pleased to accept a certificate presented by Alice Ramirez Roth, a representative from Los Angeles City Council Member Tom LaBonge’s office. At the conclusion of the grand opening event, the Maurice Sendak Elementary School was picked by random drawing to be the winner of $1,500 in the CCU School Sweepstakes. School Principal Nancy Kyoko Oda was on hand to accept the donation. One lucky member also received a new plasma television in CCU’s Member Sweepstakes.
Grand Opening!
CCU's North Hollywood Branch grand opening was held Thursday, October 25th, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. The branch is located at 11331 Camarillo St., #B, North Hollywood, CA 91602.
LAUSD Superintendent's Meeting
The LAUSD Superintendent's meeting was held Friday, August 24th at the Los Angeles Convention Center. California Credit Union enjoys sponsoring the Superintendent's meeting because it is such a great way to begin the new school year!
One of 10 $100 gift card winners - Luz Cotto, LAUSD Local District 5, Administrator, Instructional Support Services.
Ron McDaniel (CCU President/CEO), Marvel Ford (1st VP of Business Development) and Jack O'Connell (California State Superintendent of Public Instruction)
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Now Open!
CCU's North Hollywood branch is now open and located at 11331 Camarillo St., #B, North Hollywood, CA 91602.
California Credit Union Unveils New Logo and Tagline
Glendale, CA (Aug. 1, 2007) -- California Credit Union (CCU) unveiled its new logo and tagline at a ceremony at the CCU corporate headquarters in Glendale. The new logo and tagline illustrate CCU’s partnership with the education community. CCU was formed by educators in 1933 and continues to help improve the financial future of teachers, students, alumni and others affiliated with the education community. Chairman of the Board Dr. Francis Nakano said, “We knew what we wanted - a logo that would instantly identify us to the public as being part of the education community. We asked working educators to help us identify a design and tagline that would effectively accomplish that goal. The result is the new logo and tagline. We are proud of it, and we are proud of what it means.” Since being chartered more than 75 years ago by a small group of Los Angeles teachers, the education community has built California Credit Union into a billion-dollar federally insured financial institution. CCU is a not-for-profit financial services institution serving nearly 80,000 members with 10 convenient branch locations throughout Los Angeles County. Membership is open to schools, school-related organizations and individuals in the California private and public education community. More information about CCU is available by calling (800) 334-8788 or by visiting californiacu.org.
Photo Credits: CCU Supervisory Committee, CCU President/CEO Ron McDaniel, CCU Board of Directors, and CCU Chief Marketing Officer Ron Stratman (L-R) Lawrence Serot, Walton Greene, Surviva Mendoza, Ron McDaniel, Reginald T. Murphy, Scott Svonkin, Francis Nakano, Clifford H. Allen, Frederic V. Nigro, James A. Figueroa, E. Ted Fujimoto, Ron Stratman
CCU Sponsors Green Ambassadors Trip to Brazil
California Credit Union proudly sponsored a raffle benefiting Environmental Charter High School's Green Ambassadors, who journeyed with eight inner-city students to Brazil to study wildlife, culture and language. The Green Ambassadors empower youth to be agents of change in their schools, communities and the world through hands-on environmental education. Student participants learn about bio-diesel, plastic pollution, organic food and international conservation, and are then required to share their knowledge with others. The lives of these students have been transformed as they grow into leaders, presenting their knowledge to schools and community partners. To ensure that environmental education and adventure continues to be available to the youth of Los Angeles, the Green Ambassadors is proudly seeking sponsorship. Visit http://greenambassadors.org for more information.
West Los Angeles Branch Holds Open House Celebration
Los Angeles, CA (May 15, 2007) - California Credit Union’s (CCU) West Los Angeles branch held an Open House celebration for its members on Tuesday, May 15. The newly remodeled branch, located at 2215 Westwood Blvd., was officiated by CCU President & CEO, Ron McDaniel and Ron Adams, CCU West LA Branch Manager. Members enjoyed refreshments and giveaways while mingling with CCU employees and volunteers. CCU awarded $1,500 to the Cienega Elementary School, the winners of CCU’s School Sweepstakes. A $500 donation was also made to the school as part of the Adopt a School program. A donation was also made to benefit the District 3 - 1st Annual College Fair; District 3 Assistant Superintendent Barbara Sandusky was on hand to accept the donation. At the end of the ceremony, one lucky winner received a $1,500 Best Buy gift certificate in CCU’s Member Sweepstakes.
Photo Credits: group photo from the left - Kandice McLurkin, Principal Cienega Elementary; Barbara Sandusky, LAUSD District 3 Assistant Superintendent; Ron McDaniel, CCU President/CEO; Ron Adams, CCU West LA Branch Manager; Greta Lewis, West LA Assistant Branch Manager; Ken Douglas, West LA Supervisor; CCU member; Dr. Francis Nakano, CCU Board Chairman
Going to Bat For Our Kids
(April 28, 2007) The 2007 Pasadena Educational Foundation (PEF) Softball Tournament was a home run! Teams from local corporations, community organizations, and Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) teachers and Superintendent had fun while raising needed funds for the PUSD's athletic facilities at PEF's third annual "Going to Bat for Our Kids" softball tournament at Brookside Park on April 28, 2007.
California Credit Union employees participate in the PUSD "Going to Bat for Our Kids" Softball Tournament
California Credit Union Receives Corporate Donor of the Year Award
Inglewood, CA (March 9, 2007) – The Inglewood Unified School District (IUSD) recently awarded the Corporate Donor of the Year award to Mary Nathan, California Credit Union (CCU) Inglewood Branch Manager. CCU has made major donations to the Inglewood Educational Foundation to fund student scholarships, educational programs and teacher orientations. CCU was also a major sponsor of the 6th Annual Inglewood Educational Foundation Golf Tournament. In addition, CCU has donated funds and giveaways to area schools.
California Credit Union Pasadena Branch Holds Member Appreciation Celebration
Pasadena, CA (February 22, 2007) - California Credit Union's (CCU) Pasadena branch held a "We Appreciate You" celebration for its members on Thursday, February 22. The newly remodeled branch, located at 95 South Lake Avenue, was officiated by CCU President & CEO, Ron McDaniel and Anett Hill, CCU Pasadena Branch Manager. The branch was packed with local teachers, parents, students and other school representatives. CCU awarded $1,500 to the special education students at John Muir High School, the winners of CCU's "We Appreciate You" School Sweepstakes. A $1,200 donation was also made to Oak Knoll Center Day Treatment Program; Oak Knoll Principal Gloria Clay was on hand to accept the donation. CCU gave an additional donation to sponsor the Pasadena Educational Foundation's 3rd annual "Going to Bat for Our Kids" softball tournament. At the end of the ceremony, one lucky winner received a $1,000 Montrose Travel gift certificate in CCU's "We Appreciate You" Member Sweepstakes.
California Credit Union Announces Third Annual College Scholarship Program
Glendale, CA (1/18/07) - California Credit Union (CCU) is pleased to announce the third annual college scholarship program for graduating high school seniors in Los Angeles County schools and for students of Los Angeles County community colleges that are transferring to a 4-yearcollege. The credit union will award $1,000 scholarships to 35 deserving students to help them defray the expenses of a college education.
"Begun in 2005, the California Credit Union College Scholarship Program has been a great success, CCU President and CEO Ron McDaniel noted. For the first time, students of any Los Angeles County community college moving to a four-year institution now qualify for the program. We are proud to have this opportunity to support these students in their continued pursuit of higher education."
Scholarships are open to any graduating high school senior in Los Angeles County or any Los Angeles County community college student transferring to a 4-year college. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and must attend an accredited college or university in 2007. Students do not need to be current members of CCU. Applications must be received no later than Saturday, March 31, 2007. Awards will be announced no later than 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 15, 2007. Applications are available at any CCU branch or online at www.californiacu.org.
New Saturday Telephone Service Center Hours
CCU has made banking even more convenient by offering new Saturday Telephone Service Center hours. You can now reach us at (800) 334-8788, Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
