AUSTIN, Texas–Christian Financial Credit Union has won a Diamond Award –from America’s Credit Unions’ Marketing, PR and Development Council’s annual competition for marketing excellence.

Christian Financial Credit Union received a “Category’s Best” award in the Ongoing Event Category for its Autumn Apple Giveback event last fall, which contributed over 3,500 apples to the neighboring community, donated 500 hours of community service and contributed $5,000 to area non-profits.

“We were honored to be recognized for our efforts from America’s Credit Unions,” Christine Quitter, director of business development and community outreach, said in a statement. “We want to continue to grow this event and our impact in the community each year.”