CAPITOLA, Calif.– Bay Federal Credit Union employees raised $16,420.15 during its annual Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Hospitals fundraiser.
With the addition of a philanthropic match from CO-OP Financial Services of $5,000, Bay Federal presented the CMN Hospitals with a check totaling $21,420.15.
Every year the seven Bay Federal branches and call center join in a competition to raise funds by holding contests, decorating branch locations with Children’s Miracle Network Hospital themes, and encouraging community members to “out-give” each other by posting names of large donors on the digital signage that runs in all branch locations.
“This creative fundraising method earns the credit union CO-OP Financial Services’ Miracle Match of $5,000,” the CU said.
BFCU’s Scotts Valley branch won first place for the most funds raised, while Watsonville trailed close behind in second place. For added decorative competition, the Capitola Branch came in first place for its bakery themed decorations and Scotts Valley in second for its Mario Kart theme.
“Year after year Bay Federal members and employees show unwavering support for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals,” said President and CEO Carrie Birkhofer. "It’s an honor to support this organization and their dedication to improving the lives of so many local children and families.”