SAN DIEGO–North Island Credit Union, a division of California Credit Union, said it is expanding its partnership with the USS Midway Museum to support a variety of the organization's youth and educator programs as well as other events through the upcoming year.
The USS Midway Museum is a popular tourist draw in downtown San Diego and is a decommissioned aircraft carrier.
According to the agreement, North Island will:
- Underwrite tuition and transportation expenses for 335 students who qualify for Midway's No Child Left Ashore Scholarship Fund.
- Become a Supporting Sponsor and underwrite tuition expenses for 175 students in Midway's Leadership Academy, held in conjunction with the Travis Manion Foundation's Character Does Matter curriculum.
- Support local teachers in purchasing classroom supplies through Midway's Supplies for Educators program.
The credit union also will become a Supporting Sponsor of other Midway Programs, including its Legacy Week, July 4th Family Celebration, and Veterans Day Celebration.
Commitment to Local Institutions
"We are committed to supporting local institutions, young people and educators in our community, and there is no better example of a powerful program than the USS Midway's outstanding youth and teacher initiatives," said California Credit Union President/CEO Steve O'Connell in a statement. "We're honored to support the USS Midway and all of the students and teachers who benefit from its programs. We also hope those in our community will enjoy the onboard celebrations we are proud to sponsor again this year."
North Island Credit Union said it has been an active supporter of the USS Midway Museum since 2015, donating approximately $85,000 to further the organization's youth and community programs over the last five years.