MSUFCU continues to strengthen its commitment to environmental sustainability and community engagement through an ongoing partnership with the Michigan Arbor Day Alliance. By working alongside organizations such as the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Ingham County, and other local environmental committee members, MSUFCU plays an active role in supporting Arbor Day initiatives. These initiatives combined hands-on education for students in the Greater Lansing area, volunteerism, and additional conservation efforts across the state of Michigan.

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MSUFCU is proud to partner with the Grand Rapids Public Museum (GRPM) in support of educational programming that serves more than 45,000 students annually through engaging, curriculum-aligned learning experiences. Through this partnership, students from across West Michigan and beyond can participate in immersive educational programming that brings classroom concepts to life through hands-on exploration, creativity, and collaboration.

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Often financial education is delivered through traditional channels like classrooms, boardrooms, and online modules that can feel impersonal and not customized to one's experience. What type of impact can be created when it feels personal, resourceful and tailored for you? That thought process is what has formed the Financial Fade financial education series. This community centered initiative is a collaboration between The Community Builders - Detroit GreenPath Financial Wellness, and MSU Federal Credit Union, which provides financial education and financial literacy resources for the sessions.

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Get ready for Tuesday Tunes, 3D printing, book clubs, and financial literacy at the Novi Public Library (NPL), in partnership with MSU Federal Credit Union.

This summer, MSUFCU will support the Novi Public Library's Tuesday Tunes on the Patio five-part music series. Families and individuals are invited to join us on the library patio between 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET on June 23, July 7, July 21, August 11, and August 25 for free live music, yard games, and good company. Event information and registration can be found on the NPL events calendar.

MSUFCU and NPL are also teaming up to provide a new 3D printer for the iCube Makerspace, an expansion of large print materials for young readers, book club kits to support a collaborative initiative with the Novi Mental Health Alliance, and materials to strengthen inclusive and sensory youth story time programs.

Additionally, MSUFCU and NPL are proud to continue offering free financial literacy programs for students at the Novi Community School District including credit and budgeting workshops and a powerful Reality Check budgeting simulation. For more info about how MSUFCU and the Novi Public Library are collaborating, check out this 2025 partnership video!

Located in Northern Illinois, Home of the Sparrow's mission is to reduce the prevalence of homelessness among women, children, families, and individuals through creative strategies and community partnerships that result in lasting self-sufficiency. Home of the Sparrow not only provides transitional shelter, but also affordable housing and rapid re-housing combined with supportive services that address the core issues of homelessness.

In 2025, Home of the Sparrow empowered 610 individuals, including 313 children. They provided 64,739 nights of safe shelter, giving families stability, dignity, and the opportunity to rebuild their lives. To help with sustainability of resources, Home of the Sparrow operates seven total thrift stores across Northern Illinois that support the mission of Home of the Sparrow. Home of the Sparrow's Thrift Stores are also a "zero-cost provider" of clothing, furniture and housewares to clients.

MSUFCU continues to support Home of the Sparrow with annual donations, including the gifts provided through the 2025 Giving Tree program. Visit the Home of Sparrow website to learn more.