CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich.–In the culmination of a 90-day effort to promote and support area charities, FreeStar Financial Credit Union is proud to announce the winner of its $10,000 Charity Giveaway campaign: Animal Resource Funding Foundation.
In a community-wide voting process, ARFF captured the hearts of the community and received the greatest number of votes in a process that saw more than 42,000 votes cast. As a grand prize the organization will receive $5,000 to help support their mission. The four runner-up charities were PR Kids, 4 Paws 1 Heart, Turning Point, and Camp Quality, and each received a $1,250 donation to support their operations. One lucky individual, Sarah from Wyandotte, was randomly selected from those who voted during the campaign and will receive a $500 cash prize.
“We are so pleased to be able to present this transformative donation to Animal Resource Funding Foundation as we continue to shine a light on very worthwhile and important local charities,” said Drema Isaac, president and CEO. “ARFF’s board of directors operates as volunteers, much like the credit union, and we are excited that the donation will ensure sustainable animal care and further provide support to those shelters, rescue operations, and teams that also provide care for animals,” continued Isaac.
The $10,000 Charity Giveaway campaign emphasized the credit union’s ‘Take Your Dreams Higher’ tagline by elevating the great work of many charitable organizations. Over 100 organizations were nominated, and five finalists stood out to community voters. Ultimately, Animal Resource Funding Foundation became the champion charity.
The $10,000 Charity Giveaway is one of many community initiatives that FreeStar Financial Credit Union has planned through the summer and fall months to highlight their Shelby Township commitment and growing presence as it opens a new branch at 56350 Van Dyke just south of 26 Mile Road. Grand opening events will take place the week of Oct. 21 and will include daily activities that the entire community is invited to enjoy.