SAN JOSE, Calif. and HILLSBORO, Ore. – First Technology Federal Credit Union (First Tech) is reporting that its annual Credit Unions for Kids (CU4Kids) Northwest Classic golf tournament, which included representatives from 15 credit unions nationwide, raised $1.65 million in support of children and
According to First Tech, over the last 26 years, the CU4Kids Northwest Classic tournament has grown into one of the largest credit union-sponsored events benefiting CU4Kids and ranks among the top fundraising contributors supporting CMN.
“Each year, the initiative brings together sponsors, players, vendors, and volunteers for a day of golf, fun and fundraising, rooted in driving awareness and funding through member and employee efforts,” the credit union said. “This year’s tournament coincided with the 40th anniversary of CU4Kids, representing four decades of partnership between credit unions coming together for CMN hospitals.”
It added that through these campaign initiatives, credit union participants have raised more than $17 million since CU4Kids’ inception, and that the fuds play a “critical role” in advancing pediatric cancer research, developing innovative treatments, and providing compassionate care to young patients.
Bringing the ‘Purpose to Life’
“At its heart, the credit union movement is about people helping people, and the Northwest Classic brings that purpose to life,” Shruti Miyashiro, president and CEO of First Tech, said in a statement. “This event represents the collective commitment of credit unions coming together to support children and families during some of their most challenging moments. As CU4Kids marks its 40th anniversary, we are reminded that our greatest impact comes when we unite around a shared mission. Together, we are providing hope, care, and critical support to families while demonstrating the lasting power of cooperation in action.”
Added Rob Stuart, president and CEO of OnPoint Community Credit Union, in a statement, “One of the things that makes the credit union movement so special is our willingness to come together in support of something bigger than ourselves. The CU4Kids Northwest Classic is a powerful example of that spirit in action. We’re proud to stand alongside First Tech and our fellow credit unions to help ensure children and families have access to the care, treatment and support they need when facing life’s toughest challenges.”
‘Far Beyond a Single Day’
“The impact of this event extends far beyond a single day on the golf course. Every dollar raised represents hope for children, support for families and critical resources for the hospitals serving our communities. We are honored to partner with First Tech and credit unions across the country to advance the incredible work of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and make a meaningful difference in the lives of local families,” Larry Ellifritz, president and CEO of Consolidated Community Credit Union, said in a statement.
The Beneficiaries
Beneficiaries of this year’s fundraising include:
- Seattle Children’s Hospital (Seattle, Washington)
- OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital (Portland, Oregon)
- PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital at Riverbend (Springfield, Oregon)
- UC Davis Children’s Hospital (Sacramento, California)
- UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital (Oakland, California)
- Children’s Hospital Colorado (Aurora, Colorado)
The Sponsors
This year’s tournament was made possible through the generous support of presenting sponsor, EvonSys, alongside more than 150 organizations and credit union partners, including:
- Columbia Credit Union
- Consolidated Community Credit Union
- EvonSys
- Fibre Federal Credit Union
- First Entertainment Credit Union
- Fiserv
- FourLeaf Federal Credit Union
- InRoads Credit Union
- iQ Credit Union
- OnPoint Community Credit Union
- Oregon State Credit Union
- Raymond James
- Red Canoe Credit Union
- Rivermark Community Credit Union
- SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union
- Teachers Federal Credit Union
- Unitus Community Credit Union
- VyStar CU Foundation
