Portland Co-Operative Credit Union Limited 50th Anniversary

NAME OF FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 23, 2021 6 PORTLAND CO-OP CREDIT UNION 50TH ANNIVERSARY I REMEMBER quite vividly my hesi- tancewhen I was introduced to the PortlandCo-operativeCredit Union by a seasoned member. I later suc- cumbed toher influence andbecame a member nearly two decades ago. See yah! Portland Co-op Credit Union is muchmore thanwhat I im- agined. It ismy financial caregiver; an exemplary navigator for my financial obligations, one that brought me back to an envisaged life. Portland Co-op Credit Union made myseeminglyunattainabledreams into tangible realities.Yes, I’mback to life as a single mother with a BA degree in communitydevelopment, andmyson acquiring a career as a pilot; unapolo- getically accredited to the Portland Co-opCreditUnion’spayday loans, se- cured andunsecured loans, andother financial products atmy disposal. ‘Every mettle mek a muckle’, whether by cheque or that special, little, white authorised slip of paper, I in no way lowered my self-es- teem and am eternally grateful in accessing funds to meet my needs. What an institution – walk in empty and come out with something on the same day! Where else, or who else? A family bond forged by integrity, trust, equity, effectivecommunication, a competent and reliable staff aremy hallmarks for personal development, continuedmembershipandaffiliation, and encouragement for increased membership and longevity for this noble people’s financial institution. I salute you. Happy 50th anniver- sary, Portland Co-operative Credit Union, as you continue to be the financial agent of change in peo- ple’s lives. I implore us all, if you are already involved with the Portland Co-operative Credit Union, please stay involved; if you are not yet in- volved, please get involved. Cheers! CLEO BENNETT, JP, BA An exemplary financial caregiver Cleo Bennett – JP, BA, and her son THE PORTLAND Co-operative Credit Union (PCCU) believes in the holistic development of Portlanders. As a result, the credit union took a strategic decision to make budgetary allocation to numerous community out- reach activities over the years which focus on two main areas– sports and education. SPORTS – FOOTBALL The Portland Co-operative Credit Union Ltd has established a relationship with the Portland Football Association (PFA) for over 20 years. This led to the development of the Portland Credit Union Knock Out Football Competition, which beganwith an initial sponsorship of $50,000. Over the years, the spon- sorship increasedand is currently at $2millionannually.With this competition, the PFA was able to identify talented players, develop their skills and point Community outreach ‘Sammy’ and the children vibe at the track and field athletic championship. Netball on the beach with Skyliners & Reach.