Lasting Partnerships: Columbia Credit Union and The YWCA

Credit Union supports YWCA through financial and time donations

For more than 25 years, Columbia Credit Union (CCU) has been a partner of YWCA Clark County. Identifying early on the unduplicated variety of needs that YWCA addresses in the community,CCU has been dedicated to long-term support. Being a good corporate citizen is an ongoing responsibility that CCU whole-heartedly embraces. The credit union believes in supporting local events and causes that enhance the quality of life in the neighborhood where its members and employees live, work and play.“We believe the programs YWCA Clark County offers here in our community are life-changing to local families,” says Michelle Thor, Vice President of Outreach and Social Responsibility. “And it’s our most earnest intention to assist organizations that continually help their neighbors live healthy, happy and productive lives.” As they have observed, the programs the YWCA offers truly make a difference and they are proud to partner with our organization.Over the years, CCU has focused its giving on overarching categories of the community, such as children and families, education, housing, and the environment. The vision of CCU towards philanthropy not only focuses on partnerships and financial support, but also through the management team giving of their time to help make life better across the community. As it stands, CCU is proud to offer support to over 80 different local non-profits, striving to make life better in our community.YWCA Clark County is honored to call Columbia Credit Union a partner in our mission to empower women, eliminate racism, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.