JACKSON, Mich.–The 20th Annual Hit ‘em Fore Hospice Virtual Golf Benefit presented by American 1 Credit Union and CP Financial Credit Union exceeded fundraising expectations amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Over the course of the last three months, the two credit unions together surpassed their goal of raising $50,000 for the Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice Home, with funds raised totaling nearly $60,000.
“Although there was no golfing in a traditional sense this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the credit unions continued their fundraising momentum from 2019 by creating new ways to raise money during this unprecedented time,” the two CUs said.
An online “pop-up shop” with apparel and other unique items was available to the community as well as two 50/50 Raffles hosted at select American 1 and CP Financial branch locations. The 50/50 Raffles raised nearly $2,000 toward the event total. The event boasted 47 corporate sponsors and 53 individual donors and memorial tributes that helped generate the success of this year’s virtual event.
The outing, which began in 2000, has now raised more than $371,000 for the Hospice Home over its 20 year history, largely due to the efforts of CP Financial and their leadership of this event.
“I am blown away by the commitment and generosity of our employees, members and community during such challenging times,” said CP Financial Credit Union President/CEO and chair for the Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice Board Chrissy Siders. “If there ever was a time to demonstrate hope and solidarity, now is that time. We consider ourselves blessed to come alongside American 1 Credit Union to raise funds for the Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice Home, but more importantly to share the responsibility of positively impacting the lives of so many in our community. Thank you just doesn’t seem to capture the immense gratitude we have for the donors, our teams and the Jackson community.”
In the second year of the unique partnership between CP Financial and American 1, the two credit unions focused on working together instead of as separate entities to give back to the community in which they were both founded.
“I am immensely proud of the dedication of the Hit ‘em Fore Hospice Golf Benefit committee. Not only were we able to achieve our goals, but we exceeded them – all during a time of economic uncertainty and unprecedented challenges due to COVID-19,” said Martha Fuerstenau, President/CEO of American 1 Credit Union and Vice Chair for the Henry Ford Allegiance Health Board of Trustees. “Many people rely on the Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice Home, because they’re the only organization in our community that provides this type of care for individuals and families, regardless of their ability to pay. It’s an honor to partner with CP Financial to support the Hospice Home.”