In early 2024 MSUFCU expanded its NIL program to include more athletes in women's sports through the Women of Sparta initiative. Women of Sparta, a program developed in collaboration with MSU Women's Athletics, aimed to empower athletes beyond their sports achievements. Its mission is to foster leadership, advocate for financial literacy and promote personal growth among athletes and in our community. Through the Women of Sparta program, the Credit Union aims to amplify the voices of our athletes and equip them with essential life skills to help create opportunities for them to excel both on and off the field.

The Credit Union offers various opportunities to athletes that are provided directly through the Women of Sparta Program. All athletes have access to financial education sessions that are tailored to enhance their financial literacy, workshops that are aimed at developing personal branding and media skills, and career development opportunities such as job shadowing to help them prepare for life beyond college athletics.

This program highlights MSUFCU's commitment to supporting athletes in their professional development, reinforcing values of leadership, financial literacy, and personal growth. There are currently 32 athletes in the program with a special NIL addition Zeke the Wonderdog. Athletes have made 2 appearances at MSUFCU events this year, with each athlete making at least one event appearance this year! By partnering with MSU Women's Athletics and the community, MSUFCU aims to build a foundation where athletes can thrive in all aspects of their lives.

MSUFCU is proud to return as the Champion Sponsor and host the 2025 Run for the House on Sunday, April 13, 2025. This year's event will be hosted on MSUFCU's Headquarters campus, and will offer a 5K run/walk, 10K run/ruck, a Kids 1-Mile Fun Run and Sprint, plus a virtual any-distance option to raise funds for the Ronald McDonald House of Mid-Michigan.

This year's event will also feature a Lansing Area Littles Kids' Zone with games and activities to enjoy before and after the races, and appearances from Ronald McDonald, MSUFCU's Women of Sparta athletes, and Zeke the Wonder Dog!

Interested in volunteering? Volunteers are essential to ensuring the success of race day. Opportunities include directing runners at various points in the races, running alongside kids during the kids' mile, and more! To sign up, please visit the volunteer sign up page.

Ronald McDonald House of Mid-Michigan provides a home-away-from-home for families who have a child being hospitalized or receiving treatment at Lansing-area hospitals and clinics. The House offers a comfortable, inexpensive, and private place for families to sleep, eat, and relax. For more information and to register online, please visit their website.

MSUFCU proudly celebrated the grand opening of our newest Brighton Branch on Thursday, January 16. This special occasion brought together community leaders, partners, and members to celebrate, network, and engage with each other.

This event featured remarks from Credit Union leaders Allison Horn, VP of Executive Communication and Legislative Affairs and Arianna Ridderbusch, VP of Community Impact, along with closing remarks from President/CEO, April Clobes. Remarks were also made by local leaders representing the Work Skills Corporation, Brighton Chamber of Commerce, and City of Brighton. Our attendees received MSUFCU coffee mugs along with hot cocoa bombs to celebrate the occasion. The opening of our new branch reflects MSUFCU's continued commitment to serve our members in the southeast Michigan community, allowing us to provide expanded financial services, resources, and support.

This milestone underscores the Credit Union's ongoing mission to positively impact the communities we serve while fostering growth and opportunities for our members and partners. Stop by the new location at 8510 W Grand River Rd., Brighton, MI 48116.

MSU Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU) is proud to support the Grand Rapids Public Museum's Concerts Under the Stars series in 2025. Curated by the Museum's Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium, these events offer a unique opportunity to experience West Michigan's local music scene in an immersive and captivating way. Local bands perform live while their music is complemented by stunning video art, projected onto the Planetarium's 50-foot dome, creating a one-of-a-kind atmosphere for attendees.

Concerts Under the Stars has quickly gained popularity in the West Michigan community, offering a unique space for local musicians and visual artists to collaborate and create something truly special.

The 2025 series began on January 30 with a performance by Odd Space and visual artist Jasmine Bruce, kicking off the season with an enthusiastic crowd. The upcoming performances in February and March include February 20 & 21, 2025 - Ahya Simone ft. WMCAT Teaching Artist Mike Saunders and Students; March 13 & 14, 2025 - Slow Spell ft. Visual Artist Emily Hromi. At MSUFCU, we are excited to help bring the community together for this unforgettable, multi-sensory experience and look forward to seeing you at the upcoming shows!

On Giving Tuesday this past December, MSUFCU pledged $5,000 in a matching- gift effort which raised $46,695 for Pioneer Center for Human Service's PADS Program; a year-round shelter and cold weather program - for the homeless. In their congregate shelter they serve anyone in need of their services.

The McHenry County PADS Program offers emergency, homeless shelter coupled with support services: intervention, case management, linkage to community resources/life skills training, and day-to-day services including access to showers, laundry facilities, transportation, computers, and an address to receive mail. These services help individuals experiencing homelessness work toward becoming self-sufficient.

Last year, they served 210 people including 170 adults and 40 children in the PADS Program Shelter. The average length of stay was 90 days and 164 people exited to a more positive outcome. From November 29 through January 24, 2025, the cold weather program has provided 514 nights of shelter. MSUFCU is proud to partner with the Pioneer Center for Human Service's. For more info visit: Pioneer Center | Emergency & Overnight Shelter.