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October 9, 2019   •   News  

SAFE Credit Union accepting applications for 2019 grants

FOLSOM, Calif. (Oct. 9, 2019) – SAFE Credit Union is accepting applications for the final phase of its 2019 grants program rewarding a total of $50,000.

SAFE focuses on three pillars in its philanthropic outreach: education; health; and current and former military personnel.

To be eligible to apply, nonprofits must meet the following requirements:

  • Have 501(c)(3) tax status
  • The program to be funded must be in one of the 13 counties SAFE serves: Sacramento, Placer, Yolo, El Dorado, Sutter, Butte, Nevada, Solano, San Joaquin, Contra Costa, Yuba, Amador, and Alameda.
  • The program to be funded must focus on education, health, or current or former military personnel.

    “SAFE Credit Union’s mission is to promote the vitality of our communities by supporting nonprofits who share that vision,” said SAFE Credit Union Community and Advocacy Engagement Manager Amanda Merz. “SAFE gives more than $300,000 a year to the community through grants, scholarships, and direct donations.”

    To apply, email [email protected]. Deadline to apply for this phase is Oct. 17, 2019.

     

    About SAFE

    SAFE Credit Union has made members an integral part of its vision since 1940. Over the years the credit union has kept the focus on what really matters, putting members first, a formula that has seen SAFE grow into a leading financial institution in Northern California with nearly $3 billion in assets and about 235,000 members. SAFE crafts every cutting-edge product and sterling service with members’ needs foremost in mind. In addition to banking services conveniently available through online, chat, mobile, or phone options, SAFE offers in-person care for members and small businesses at service centers across the Greater Sacramento region and a mortgage lending office serving Contra Costa and Alameda counties. SAFE is a not-for-profit, state-chartered credit union with membership open to businesses and individuals living or working in Sacramento, Placer, Yolo, El Dorado, Sutter, Butte, Nevada, Solano, San Joaquin, Contra Costa, Yuba, Amador, and Alameda counties. Insured by NCUA. www.safecu.org

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