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Pacific Service Credit Union Gives to Needy Families During the Holiday Season During this holiday season, Pacific Service Credit Union is teaming up with a variety of organizations in order to provide holiday meals, toys and Christmas trees to needy families. The Credit Union donated $22,500 to the Salvation Army, and Pacific Service CU employees are contributing to the Contra Costa Food Bank, Salvation Army and the Bay Area Crisis Nursery. "As a member of the Bay Area community, we believe that it's important to do our part to assist those in need, especially during the holiday season," said Tom Smigielski, President of Pacific Service CU. "Many of our employees feel the same way and give their time and money to help those less fortunate." The Salvation Army will be using Pacific Service CU’s donation to provide holiday baskets for nearly 600 families throughout the following counties: Marin, Napa, Sonoma, Placer, Sacramento and Santa Clara. Each holiday basket will feed a family of four for one week and also includes toys for the children. In addition to the financial contribution, Pacific Service CU employees are contributing to other holiday programs. Employees are donating food and money to the Contra Costa Food Bank, donating toys to the Salvation Army’s "Toys for Tots" program and decorating Christmas trees that will be donated to needy families by the Bay Area Crisis Nursery." As a member of the Bay Area community, we believe that it's important to do our part to assist those in need, especially during the holiday season," said Tom Smigielski, President of Pacific Service CU. "Many of our employees feel the same way and give their time and money to help those less fortunate." The Salvation Army will be using Pacific Service CU’s donation to provide holiday baskets for nearly 600 families throughout the following counties: Marin, Napa, Sonoma, Placer, Sacramento and Santa Clara. Each holiday basket will feed a family of four for one week and also includes toys for the children. In addition to the financial contribution, Pacific Service CU employees are contributing to other holiday programs. Employees are donating food and money to the Contra Costa Food Bank, donating toys to the Salvation Army’s "Toys for Tots" program and decorating Christmas trees that will be donated to needy families by the Bay Area Crisis Nursery.
Pacific Service Credit Union Helps Hispanic Youth Theater Give Toys to Needy Children "We are proud to be a returning partner to the Hispanic Youth Theater," said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. "We support their efforts to brighten the holidays for low-income families in our Alameda County community." Hispanic Youth Theater serves low-income, at-risk children in Oakland’s Fruitvale district. The theater is part of the Children’s Theatre Limited which was founded in 1953 as a non-profit community-based theater. Coats for Kids Gets Assistance from Pacific Service Credit Union "Giving a child a winter coat has a dramatic and measurable impact on a child's self-esteem, on their participation in school and school activities, and in their ability to learn," said Tom Smigielski, President of Pacific Service CU. "As a member of the Fresno community, we believe that it’s important to assist those in need, especially during the cold and rainy winter months." Pacific Service Credit Union Donates to Technology for Kids program "The Y-Scholars program addresses the unique challenges facing at-risk and low-income youth who dream of bettering their future through advanced education," said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. "As a member of the Alameda County community, we are proud to support the Berkeley-Albany YMCA with resources to help Y-Scholars participants gain the skills and knowledge to succeed in school and life." Students participating in the four-year program face economic, social or educational challenges. The Y-Scholars Program provides guidance and resources to help the students pursue post-secondary education. Participants receive tutoring, group peer support, individualized academic and career counseling, college preparation assistance, enrichment courses and leadership development training. For information about the Y-Scholars Program at Berkeley-Albany YMCA, contact Peter Chong at (510) 665-3210 or visit the Web site at baymca.org. Pacific Service Credit Union Donates to Technology for Kids program Community Action Partnership of Sonoma County works with low income families and individuals to help them achieve economic and social stability; to build community, and to advocate for social and economic justice in Sonoma County. "As a member of the Sonoma County community, we are proud to partner with CAP Sonoma to equip underprivileged youth with tools that will benefit them in school, work and life," said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. "We are grateful for Pacific Service Credit Union’s support of our vision to train our youth in computer skills," stated Youth and Neighborhood Services Director Vince Harper. "Most of our youth do not have access to computers or the Internet at home or school, so the Technology for Kids Project will teach them how to properly use computers in a safe and productive manner." For more information about Community Action Partnership of Sonoma County, contact Vince Harper at (707) 544-6911 or visit the Web site at capsonoma.org. Pacific Service Credit Union Provides Grant for Creation of "The Community Store" The Child and Family Opportunity Center has weekly programs including homework assistance, English as a Second Language instruction, nutrition, exercise and parenting skills classes. Participants attending programs and classes will receive Family Center Dollars, which can then be used to "purchase" items at The Community Store. The grant money from Pacific Service CU will be used by CAPC to stock The Community Store. "Pacific Service Credit Union is pleased to be able to provide funds for the creation of The Community Store," said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. "This program provides an incentive for families to take advantage of the CAPC’s programs to prevent child abuse and neglect, as well as enhance the school readiness of their children. In addition, it serves to teach low-income families the importance of financial planning and savings." For more information about the Child and Family Opportunity Center or The Community Store, contact Michael Lawson at (916) 244-1910 or visit the Child Abuse Prevention Council Web site at capcsac.org. Pacific Service Credit Union donates to YMCA youth program "As a member of the San Francisco community, we welcome the opportunity to support a program benefiting the city’s disadvantaged youth," said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. "We are pleased to partner with Shih Yu-Lang YMCA again in 2006 to equip low-income, at-risk youth with the knowledge, resources and skills to be successful and productive members of the community." "We appreciate the commitment of Pacific Service CU to invest in the lives of our youth," stated YMCA’s Executive Director Carmela Gold. "The Credit Union is helping us to provide a safe and supportive environment where young people can develop in academic, social, technical and leadership skills." Pacific Service CU provided a $5,000 grant to the Tenderloin Youth Development Program in 2005. For information on Shih Yu-Lang Central YMCA’s Tenderloin Youth Development Program, call (415) 447-2515 or visit ymcasf.org/central.
Pacific Service Credit Union donates to Scoutreach Program
“We are proud to partner with Boy Scouts again in 2006,” said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. “The Scoutreach Program offers opportunities for young people to build character, experience teamwork, and develop life skills through hands-on learning with positive role models.”
“We are grateful for the continued support of corporate citizens like Pacific Service Credit Union,” stated Scoutreach Executive Judy Clements. “Through Scoutreach, we can connect with youth who would not be able to participate because of financial, transportation and support issues. The generosity of the Credit Union will allow us to expand Scoutreach to impact the lives of more than 1,400 at-risk youth in For more information about the Sequoia Council of Boy Scouts of America Scoutreach Program, call (559) 320-2100 or visit the Web site at sequoiacouncilbsa.com.
Pacific Service Credit Union helps reward kids with Camp
Part of the Elementary School Safety Program (ESSP), Camp Reward provides positive reinforcement and leadership training to students who have participated in ESSP, a drug awareness program offered in 50 Fresno County schools. The ESSP curriculum promotes positive relationships with law enforcement while teaching substance abuse, violence and gang prevention. “As a member of the According to the Foundation’s Executive Director Lt. Phil Caporale, more than 200 children benefit from attending For more information about
“We are pleased to support YCUP in its efforts to equip low-income youth with the knowledge and resources to become economically self-sufficient and financially literate members of the community,” said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. “We appreciate YCUP’s unique programs and services including job skills, financial literacy workshops and peer training in personal finance.” “Without the support of community partners like Pacific Service CU, we wouldn’t be able to continue our work in training and educating youth about banking, personal finance and entrepreneurship," stated Margaret Libby, executive director. “Our youth learn valuable skills through hands-on training, managing their own financial institution and participating in financial education outreach. They are empowered for success in school, work and life.” For information about YCUP, contact Celina Ramos at (415) 431-5248.
Pacific Service Credit Union is a friend to Fresno PAL “Fresno PAL makes a difference in the lives of hundreds of at-risk youth every year by providing good role models to teach valuable life skills,” said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. “As a member of the The Buddies program matches at-risk youth with adults for one-on-one mentoring. Baby Think It Over is an eight-week pregnancy prevention program that presents the ramifications of becoming a teen parent. Youth Leadership Council (YLC) provides community service opportunities to develop leadership skills. The YLC adopted the Senior Citizens Village as its main project, offering outdoor maintenance and a monthly movie night for the seniors. Sponsor a PAL pays program fees for youth who cannot afford the costs. “Pacific Service CU has generously supported our youth programs and community outreach since 2003,” stated PAL Director, Sgt. Mike Doyle. “Community partners like the Credit Union help us offer community-based intervention as an alternative to drugs and gangs.” For more information about Fresno PAL programs, contact
Pacific Service Credit Union helps kids with summer safety
“We are pleased to support the SAFE Summer/Swim Safe program for the third year,” said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. “As a member of the According to Executive Director “The Credit Union’s generous support since 2004 has allowed us to expand the SAFE Summer program to reach more than 500 children and add another location,” Pacific Service CU has provided nearly $16,000 to Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation for youth outreach programs since 2004. For more information about the SAFE Summer/Swim Safe program, contact
Pacific Service Credit Union puts surplus computers to good use
The computers were donated to Fresno Police Activities League, Shih-Yu Lang Central YMCA ( “Pacific Service CU works at continually improving our technology to provide superior service, thus freeing some nice computer systems for very worthy programs,” said Tom Smigielski, president of the Credit Union. “We also understand that budget constraints mean many charitable organizations cannot afford to upgrade computer systems for their youth and technology programs.” Montoya Graham, executive director of Vacaville Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club, couldn’t wait to show the computers to the kids at the Club. “Some of the computers in our homework and tutoring programs are pretty dated," Graham explained. “The kids will be really excited to use these fast, upgraded systems with the high-tech monitors. The donation will also enable us to expand our Club Tech program.”
Pacific Service Credit Union outfits Red Ladder Theatre Company
“As a member of the Red Ladder Theatre Company Director Karen Altree Piemme stated, “We appreciate the generous partnership of Pacific Service Credit Union. The new costumes, props and resource materials will draw our young students into the creative process where they can play, invent and express themselves in a safe place.” For more information about Red Ladder Theatre Company, call (408) 367-7266 or visit the Web site at sjrep.com/education/redladder.
Pacific Service Credit Union provides riding equipment for Halleck Creek
“For almost 25 years, Halleck Creek has provided therapeutic horseback riding, free of charge, to disabled residents of the Bay Area,” said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. “As a member of the According to Director For information about Halleck Creek Institute, contact
Pacific Service Credit Union sponsors 15th Rubber Ducky Derby
“We have been a sponsor of the Rubber Ducky Derby since 2001,” said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. “We are proud to partner with Children’s Hospital. We support its philosophy of providing medical treatment for more than 170,000 children, regardless of repayment for the treatment received.” Event co-chairs Belinda George and Cyndi Santaella appreciate the Credit Union’s continued support. “The generosity of corporate sponsors like Pacific Service has enabled us to put on a fun family event and raise thousands of dollars for Children’s Hospital,” explained Santaella. Pacific Service CU has donated nearly $68,000 to Children’s Hospital Oakland since 2001. Children’s Hospital and
Pacific Service Credit Union sponsors 2006 Walk to Cure Diabetes “This is the fifth year that Pacific Service Credit Union has sponsored the Walk to Cure Diabetes," said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. “JDRF provides support and advocacy services to families in our community that are dealing with juvenile diabetes, a disease affecting more than 17 million Americans.” “We had more than 300 walkers and 45 volunteers for our event, including family and corporate teams, to raise funds for diabetes research,” stated Judy Fern, Executive Director of JDRF’s Northern California Inland Chapter. “We appreciate the wonderful outpouring of community support from organizations like Pacific Service CU to make the Walk a fun and memorable event for everyone.” For information on JDRF, contact Judy Fern at (916) 920-0790 or visit the JDRF Web site at jdrf.org.
Pacific Service Credit Union fills Head Start school bags “Head Start is a family-focused program that gives low-income children a good foundation of early learning and development,” said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. “We are pleased to partner with Head Start to make a difference in these young lives.” Each Head Start student’s school bag contains basic educational supplies including pencils, crayons, rulers, coloring book and reading books. In addition, each child gets a piggy bank to teach them the importance of saving. “Since 2001, Pacific Service Credit Union has provided over $100,000 in school readiness supplies to more than 15,000 Head Start students,” stated Naomi Quiring-Mizumoto, Assistant Executive Director. “We are grateful for the continued support of the Credit Union to help disadvantaged families in our community.” For more information about Head Start, call (559) 263-1200 or visit the Web site, fresnoeoc.org/programs.
Pacific Service Credit Union makes future bright at Boys & Girls Club
“As a member of the For many Club members, access to a computer or to the library is an almost impossible challenge, according to Executive Director Montoya Graham. “Teaching our kids how to use computers responsibly is the first step in the Futures Project,” Graham stated. “Next, we want to prepare our boys and girls for the future by helping them meet high school graduation requirements and guiding them through the myriad of college financial aid, scholarship and application information.” For more information about the Futures Project at Vacaville Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club, contact Mr. Montoya Graham at (707) 451-0756.
Pacific Service Credit Union renews commitment to elder financial abuse prevention “More than 250,000 cases of elder abuse are reported annually in “The commitment of Pacific Service CU has had a tremendous impact in raising awareness about the crime of elder financial abuse,” stated Executive Director of For more information about EFPN, call (415) 897-9555 or visit the Web site at bewiseonline.org.
Pacific Service Credit Union helps students learn about the environment For more information about the
Pacific Service Credit Union aids youth medical clinic
“We are glad to partner with the St. Anthony Foundation to provide essential medical care to low income and at-risk children in our community,” said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. “We welcome the opportunity to support a program benefiting “Our patients are medically underserved due to economic, linguistic or cultural barriers,“ stated Foundation Director of Development & Communications Barry Stenger. “Our youth health programs would not be possible without the generosity of community partners like Pacific Service CU. The support will provide children with the vaccinations, nutrition counseling and health education services they need.” For information about the St. Anthony Foundation Free Medical Clinic, contact Barry Stenger at (415) 241-2600 or visit the Web site at stanthonysf.org.
Pacific Service Credit Union hosts Spring into Safety Day
“The Spring into Safety Day program provided families with vital information for child safety,” said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. “We appreciate the participation of public safety, health and education agencies to provide resources and education to keep children in our community safe.” The DNA LifePrint kit is the 21st century version of “fingerprint” identification, providing parents with a sample of their child’s DNA that can be preserved for up to 80 years. The Child Safety Journal includes an audio and digital video of each child. Nurses from the Fresno County EOC Head Start and student nurses from CSU Fresno assisted in taking DNA samples. Several area organizations offered health and safety information during Spring into Safety Day. They included Fresno Police, Fresno Police Activities League, Sheriff’s Foundation for Public Safety, Boy Scouts of America Sequoia Council and Fresno Fire Department. The Community Room facility in Pacific Service CU’s
Pacific Service sponsors Fresno CPR Saturday
“2006 marks the fifth year that we have sponsored the CPR Saturday event in the Fresno-Madera community,” said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. “As a member of the “We appreciate Pacific Service CU’s continued commitment to making important lifesaving training available to community members,” stated For information on CPR Saturday and to register, call (559) 455-1000 or visit the Web site at fresnomaderaredcross.org. Pre-registration is required.
Pacific Service Credit Union sponsors Kids Day
“As a member of the Children’s Hospital Foundation Director Naomi Strom appreciates the generous support from corporate citizens like Pacific Service CU. “The Credit Union has contributed more than $30,000 to the Kids Day fundraising efforts since 2001,” she explained. “Proceeds from the sale of the newspapers go directly to pediatric health care services and programs at Children’s Hospital. Our community partners make these vital health services possible for families who cannot afford healthcare.” A record number of newspapers were sold in 2005 and more than $325,000 was raised for Children’s Hospital. For more information about Kids Day 2006, contact Naomi Strom at (559) 353-8619 or visit the Children’s Hospital Central California Web site at childrenscentralcal.org.
Pacific Service Credit Union sponsors 25th CPR Preparedness Saturday
“As a member of the greater Bay Area community, we are delighted to support the worthwhile efforts of the American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter during National Red Cross Month,” said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. “CPR Saturday is an opportunity to demonstrate our commitment to the safety and well-being of our communities.” “Pacific Service CU has been a Silver Sponsor of CPR Preparedness Saturday since 2001, providing $30,000 over six years specifically for this event," stated Harold Brooks, CEO of the Bay Area Chapter. “The Credit Union’s partnership has enabled us to offer CPR training to those who might not be able to participate otherwise due to language or financial limitations.” For information on CPR Preparedness Saturday locations and registration in
Pacific Service Credit Union provides computers for youth program “The Whalen Clubhouse provides the young people of “We are truly thankful for Pacific Service Credit Union’s investment in the future of our youth. The computers have made a huge difference to boys and girls who don’t have the luxury of a computer at home,” stated Cal Stanley, president of Boys & Girls Clubs of Oakland. “Every weekday, 100 kids are participating in our education programs and developing skills for academic and career success.” The Anna Marie Whalen Clubhouse is located at
Pacific Service Credit Union helps PAL programs
“Fresno PAL programs equip at-risk youth with positive role models, education and skills to pave the way for success in school and life,” said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. “We are glad to partner with PAL to make a difference in the lives of more than 400 young people in our community.” Baby Think It Over is an eight-week pregnancy prevention program for 12 to 14 year-olds that presents the emotional, physical and financial ramifications of becoming a teen parent. The year-long Images program builds confidence and self-esteem. The 1 By 1 Leadership is a mentoring program at two inner-city schools. The Credit Union’s donation also provided craft supplies for PAL’s youth camp. “We appreciate the generosity of Pacific Service Credit Union,” stated For more information about Fresno PAL programs, contact
Pacific Service Credit Union gives back to the community
Pacific Service Credit Union warms hearts with hot meals “Every week, Open Heart Kitchen volunteers prepare and serve 3,000 meals to feed the hungry,” said Tom Smigielski, president of Pacific Service CU. “As a member of the Executive Director Carol Beddome described the Hot Meal program as a “safety net” for disadvantaged families. “We are so grateful to community partners like Pacific Service Credit Union. Many of our guests need just a little help to get through a tough time. The Credit Union’s gift provides that support to people who are struggling to make ends meet,” stated Beddome. For more information about Open Heart Kitchen, contact Carol Beddome at (925) 580-1616 or visit the Web site at openheartkitchen.org.
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