MAFCU in the Community
MAFCU embraces the credit union philosophy of concern for community. MAFCU works collaboratively with members, affiliates, and the surrounding community in a variety of ways — hosting events, participating in MAFCU's affiliate groups' fundraising efforts, and supporting community projects throughout the area.
One Size Fits All--Donate Socks to Help the Homeless
MAFCU members can help prevent the spread of infection in homeless men and women by donating clean socks and toiletries during the Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program's annual Sock Drive. A box is set up in the Credit Union's main branch at 365 Boylston Street in Brookline to collect socks, shower shoes, toiletries, and underwear that are greatly needed to help support this vulnerable population. MAFCU participates in the drive each year.
MAFCU Contributes $6,100 to Haitian Relief Efforts
MAFCU Federal Credit Union has made a $6,100 contribution to Partners in Health (PIH) toward relief efforts in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake in January. Partners in Health, a Brigham and Women's Hospital-affiliated medical organization has provided medical care in Haiti for more than twenty years. Brigham and Women's Hospital is MAFCU's largest affiliate. The funds were accumulated through a combination of donations and matching donations from MAFCU, MAFCU affiliate Prime Motor Group, MAFCU employees, and Vargas & Vargas Insurance Agency Inc.
MAFCU made a donation of $2,500, and MAFCU affiliate Prime Motor Group gave a $2,500 matching donation. MAFCU raised an additional $550 through a MAFCU staff Casual Dress fundraiser, with a matching donation of $550 from Vargas & Vargas Insurance Agency Inc.
In support of Haitian members, the Credit Union is available as a financial resource to assist them as they try to meet the needs of their families in Haiti. MAFCU continues to work individually with members and with groups of employees at Brigham and Women's Hospital. If you wish to apply for a loan, please call our Loan Department at 617-278-5600 and press 2, or apply here.
If you wish to donate to Haitian relief efforts, please click here to support Partners in Health (PIH), the Brigham and Women's Hospital-affiliated medical organization which has facilities and personnel in Haiti.
MAFCU Raises $11,000 for Homeless
Thanks to everyone who purchased a 2010 Honda Insight car raffle ticket. With your generous support, MAFCU has raised $11,000 for the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless, and the Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program.
Congratulations to Henry Ferguson, a long-time MAFCU member and employee at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, who was the lucky winner.
The Honda Insight was provided by MAFCU affiliate Prime Motor Group. MAFCU is proud to sponsor the raffle and other community events throughout the year to raise awareness and funds for those in need.
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Holiday Celebrations
The Credit Union celebrated the holiday season with a special visit to MAFCU from Santa Claus, and with Member Appreciation Day. Click here for photos.
Brookline's First Light 2009
MAFCU and the town of Brookline kicked off the holiday season at Brookline's First Light 2009 Festival on Thursday, December 3. The Credit Union displayed the works of Brookline artists, and those who stopped by enjoyed chips, salsa, and lemonade from Baja Betty's restaurant, a MAFCU affiliate.
MAFCU's Family Wellness Fair
MAFCU's Family Wellness Fair on November 7, 2009 featured free information and sessions on wellness topics from MAFCU and a variety of participating vendors -- German Lam, Food Coach; Steven and Cheryl Dance and Fitness; Dr. Desiree Kiehn D'Agostino,Copley Health Alliance (Chiropractic); and Whole Foods, as well as vendors who are MAFCU affiliates -- Brookside Community Health Center; Hammond Pond Dental Associates; Angela Martin, Healthy Channels Acupuncture; Fitcorp; and Attorney John Carleen. Whole Foods provided the healthy and delicious refreshments.
2009 Lower Mills Holiday Stroll
MAFCU was a sponsor of the 2009 Dorchester Lower Mills Holiday Stroll held on Thursday, November 19. MAFCU staff hosted an informational table and treated strollers to hot chocolate.
