The financial institution is increasing its Community Giving Fund by contributing an additional $25,000 to it as part of their 75th anniversary celebration.

Osoyoos Credit Union (OCU) is excited to announce that they will be giving out $75,000 from their Community Giving Fund this year. The fund traditionally awards $50,000 in the form of grants, but because the financial institution is celebrating 75 years in Osoyoos, the credit union is commemorating this anniversary through awarding an additional $25k to help those in need.

Founded in 2017, the Community Giving Fund was created to support local non-profit organizations and community groups with projects and initiatives. Specifically, these projects focus on economic revitalization and improved quality of life, while also breaking down barriers in order to help families achieve economic success and enhanced quality of life.

Since its inception, the Community Giving Fund has awarded 45 grants to local organizations.
Founded in 1946, the credit union has provided an array of financial services to many members for 75 years. Although other credit unions have come and gone or reduced service, OCU prides themselves in keeping their doors open to help their local membership.

The credit union continues to grow as well. A new location opened in Rock Creek recently that will offer all the same services Osoyoos Credit Union is known for.

“This is a major milestone. We want our members and our community to know we’ve been here for 75 years and we’re committed to the next 75 and beyond. The increase to our Community Giving Fund is just one of the ways we’re sharing our success with the community”
- Greg Sol, Chief Executive Officer, Osoyoos Credit Union

Organizations can download the application from the OCU website (ocubc.com).
Application deadlines are June 30 and September 15 .

About Osoyoos Credit Union: Osoyoos Credit Union is a financial institution that offers an array of financial services including chequing accounts, term deposits, mutual funds, personal, mortgage and business loans, and many other services often offered similarly by banks.