EAST LANSING, Mich. — MSU Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU) hosted a virtual toy drive last month, partnering with Sparrow Hospital’s Children’s Center to support children in the community.

More than 70 items were donated for the Children’s Center playroom, a place for young patients and their families to experience a home away from home while receiving care. Nurses and child life specialists use the playroom to help children recover from illness or injury through play, education, and emotional support.

The Credit Union has hosted the toy drive for eight years, either virtually or through drop-off sites at its various locations.

“We embrace our role as a community leader and support many charitable initiatives vital to our thriving community,” said Whitney Anderson-Harrell, MSUFCU Chief Community Development Officer. “This annual toy drive allows our members and employees to show their dedication to our community, and over this eight-year partnership with Sparrow Children’s Center, MSUFCU members and employees have donated more than 1,700 toys.”

Founded in 1937, MSUFCU has a national reputation for excellence and has received several top industry and workplace awards, including being named a Best Credit Union to Work For ® by American Banker for the fifth year, a Top Workplace in the large employer category by the Detroit Free Press for eight consecutive years, a Top 100 Best Workplace for Women by Fortune Magazine for three consecutive years, and was named one of the top five Michigan credit unions in Forbes’ Best-in-State Credit Unions 2021 list. MSUFCU was named a Best Workplace in Financial Services and Insurance by Fortune Magazine two consecutive years and has been certified as a Great Place to Work® for eight consecutive years. MSUFCU has been recognized by the Credit Union National Association, earning first place for the people helping people philosophy 2020 Louise Herring Award. MSUFCU is headquartered in East Lansing, Mich., has 22 branches, over 312,000 members, more than $6.3 billion in assets, and greater than 900 employees. For more information, visit msufcu.org.