Community
As a state-charted credit union, we are wholeheartedly invested in the people of Alaska.
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At Credit Union 1, being a positive member of the community means: investing in future generations, aiding our neighbors, and helping every CU1 member achieve their potential.
Our branches are not just a place to manage finances; they are where we take care of each another, make connections, and aspire together for the future of our home communities.
Anchorage
Hospice of Anchorage offers people with serious illnesses the opportunity to live fully. They support families and other loved ones in coping with the effects and challenges of illness. Donate by texting “AnchorageCU1” to the number 76278.
Eagle River
Focus INC is dedicated to providing personalized guidance to individuals who experience special needs, and their families, through therapies, encouragement, resources and education. Donate by texting “EagleRiver” to the number 76278.
Fairbanks
The Fairbanks Community Food Bank collects and redistributes donated food to individuals and agencies. Donate by texting “Fairbanks” to the number 76278.
Ketchikan
Rendezvous Senior Day Services provides adult day care services to promote the physical and mental well-being of senior citizens and adults with cognizant impairment in the local community. It also offers a senior housing program wherein occupants share a common living and dining area with separate sleeping quarters. Donate by texting “Ketchikan” to the number 76278.
Kodiak
Kodiak Women’s Resource and Crisis Center works with individuals of any gender who are victims and survivors of domestic and/or sexual violence. KWRCC provides emergency safe housing and 24-hour crisis line for individuals who need confidential anonymous support. Donate by texting “Kodiak” to the number 76278.
Mat-Su
The Children’s Place is a child advocacy center that provides a safe space for abused children and non-offending family members to receive support, justice, treatment, and healing. Donate by texting “MatSu” to the number 76278.
Nome
Bering Sea Women’s Group provides a 24/7 shelter for women, men and children. Women and children stay in the main shelter in Nome, Alaska and men stay in the Nome safe home. Donate by texting “Nome” to the number 76278.
Soldotna
Sterling Area Senior Citizens, Inc. is an organization of friendly Sterling seniors assisting members and the community by providing for the well-being of members; providing a sustained organization; providing recreation and relaxation opportunities; promoting good community relations and providing visitor information and referral. Donate by texting “Soldotna” to the number 76278.
When you use our Text-to-Give tool to donate, you can be confident that these funds will make a real, local impact.
*Please note that a 3.6% service fee is charged by our online Text-to-Give donation platform. You may choose to pay this amount on top of your donation, or it will be deducted from the donation amount.
Volunteers
Citizenship is a core value at Credit Union 1. Our employees can be seen everywhere from road cleanups to serving holiday meals for those in need! We’re a talented group with people-focused priorities, and we love to give our time in all kinds of ways.
Sponsorships
Credit Union 1 is committed to improving the lives of our Alaskan members statewide. We're proud to sponsor events and opportunities that help Alaskans live their Alaskan dream.
Corporate Contributions
Credit Union 1 is proud to make monetary and in-kind contributions to projects, programs and causes across Alaska that target our focused areas of giving: Youth & Education, Health & Wellbeing and Social Services.
For your need to be considered, please refer to our corporate contribution guidelines.
CU1 Community Room
Inside of the credit union’s Mountain View Branch in Anchorage, we offer a community room for public use. This space is used to provide a meeting place for local nonprofits, free tax prep for locals in need, and more. Learn how it could serve you.