Bannockburn (IL) – Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) is proud to give back to the community and offer help to those who need it most. In 2017, GLCU’s employees voted in favor of supporting two local charities, CASA Lake County and Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans.

Throughout the course of the year, GLCU employees and members collected clothing, toiletries, and raised $10,000 to share with both charities! Funds were raised through GLCU’s partnership with the Chicago Wolves’ Score for Charity program and a pledge to match $1.00 for each new member who joined the credit union.

"This is a big deal. You're donating a large sum of money that will help our charity help as many veterans in need as we can! Thank you, Great Lakes Credit Union!" - John Dixon, Freedom Commissary Coordinator, Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans

Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans’ mission is to ensure that no veteran is left behind due to homelessness, joblessness, poverty and/or mental-health issues. Their desire is to ease suffering for veterans and their families and to empower veterans to become productive members of their communities. You can learn more about what they do at helpaveteran.org.

"Your donation will have a big impact in the lives of children in Lake County. Thank you, Great Lakes Credit Union for your incredible and generous donation!" - Terri Greenburg, Executive Director, CASA Lake County

CASA Lake County exists to promote and protect the best interest of children who have been abused or neglected. They do this by training volunteers to advocate for them in courts, in schools and in our community to help them find safe, permanent and loving homes. Visit their site at casalakecounty.com.

About Great Lakes Credit Union

Founded in 1938, GLCU continues to be a growing staple in the community. Today the not-for-profit financial institution serves more than 86,000 members and has $796 million in assets. It is headquartered in Bannockburn and has 11 branches and more than 170 ATM locations throughout Chicagoland. GLCU also belongs to the CO-OP Shared Branching Network. Members can access accounts nationwide at over 1,800 institutions with thousands of locations in 50 states, and at any of the 30,000 surcharge‐free CO‐OP ATMs. The credit union prides itself in building lifelong relationships and providing financial education for members during all life stages. Learn more at www.glcu.org.