Once again, Park Side CU and six local nonprofits (three in Missoula and three in the Flathead Valley) will benefit from the Park Side Partner Program in 2018. Park Side will support the work and fundraising efforts of the non-profits, which were selected with the help of a staff committee. And the local organizations will, in turn, spread the word about Park Side among their supporters and those who use their services. The program is quite a commitment -- partners not only benefit from the credit union's advertising and social media presence, they also receive $5,000 each and guaranteed involvement from Park Side staff at a key fundraising event. This allows the credit union to build awareness and involvement while giving staff the chance to make a difference in their communities. And, this positive impact grows every year. This program is, as the credit union's website says, "a great example of strategic philanthropy and the credit union difference."

Photo: After attending the 2018 Park Side Partner announcement party, the Nate Chute Foundation (a partner) posted this picture on Facebook, saying "We are so grateful for the support and cannot wait to see what this partnership will bring in the next year!"