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Farmington Hills seventh-grader wins Radon Poster Contest
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Genisys Credit Union volunteers 2,300 hours across 11 Nonprofits
In the Season of Giving, Genisys Credit Union volunteers 2,300 hours across 11 Nonprofits
Auburn Hills, MI. – December 16, 2025 – As the holiday season highlights the spirit of giving, the team at Genisys Credit Union showcased the heart of the credit union movement, “people helping people,” by volunteering 2,300 hours at 11 nonprofit organizations in six counties during a collective day of caring.
“The mission for our day of caring was centered around being present in our communities in Michigan and Minnesota; listening, serving, and making a real difference, together,” said Jackie Buchanan, President and CEO of Genisys Credit Union. “Even though our team is spread out, our commitment to community keeps us connected. By working alongside our nonprofit partners, we advanced projects that supported families, sustained vital programs, and strengthened the communities we call home. This day served as a powerful reminder that when we unite for a shared purpose, we can create lasting impact.”
580 Genisys team members came together for four hours to benefit local nonprofit partners – the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan, Lighthouse of Michigan, Detroit Dog Rescue, Clarkston Family Farm, Turning Point, Macomb, Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers, the Clinton River Watershed Council, Belleville Township, the City of Roseville, MN, and The Open Door, MN – giving back to those who provide essential services to their communities.
In addition to their volunteer support, the credit union invested nearly $140,000 to benefit the respective nonprofit organizations; a combination of financial donations, purchased materials for the needed projects, and the value of more than 2,300 volunteer hours. This investment is a reflection of the credit union philosophy that meaningful support takes many forms – time, donations, and resources.
Highlights of their day of caring include:
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A group of nearly 200 volunteers rehabbing a 25 acre farm into a dog sanctuary by mulching, landscaping paths for scent trails, painting, and more for Detroit Dog Rescue along with creating sensory mats and bandanas for their rescued residents
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A team of 37 refreshing common spaces at Turning Point to create a healing environment for domestic violence survivors and their families
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130 volunteers sorting food donations and assembling food boxes at The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan (FBEM), which resulted in over 61,000 pounds of food moved to create nearly 52,000 meals to benefit 42,000 people
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Volunteers putting on waders to clean up the Clinton River at Heritage and Delia Parks in Michigan by removing hundreds of pounds of trash
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Removing invasive species, buckthorn, from a local park in Minnesota; and raking, weeding, and cleaning a 10 acre historic cemetery in Belleville, Michigan
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Partnering with Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers (IVC) in Macomb County to provide support for seven households of aging and disabled homeowners living independently with various home projects
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Assembled snack packs with The Open Door in Minnesota and helped Lighthouse in Pontiac sort food donations for local families in need, assemble hygiene kits and snack packs, and deep clean their family emergency shelter
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Transitioned Clarkston Family Farm, a non-profit educational farm, to be winter ready by clearing beds, mulching trails, planting bulbs, and tackling dream projects
The basis of community is support. By giving back to their nonprofit partners during a season of generosity, and in the spirit of “people helping people,” the credit union strengthens the communities they serve and inspires hope for continued impact into the new year.
About Genisys Credit Union:
Genisys Credit Union is a not-for-profit, member-owned financial institution that has been committed to helping its members financially since 1936. Based out of Auburn Hills, MI, the credit union is the fourth largest in Michigan with over 290,000 members and 32 branch locations. With a highly competitive suite of products such as High Yield Genius Checking and Youth Savings Account as well as loans for small to mid-sized businesses, Genisys specializes in providing consumer and business financial solutions through its branches, a multi-channel contact center, and a variety of mobile and online banking services. Genisys has consistently received the highest 5-star Bauer Financial Rating for safety and soundness along with receiving recognition from S&P Global Market Intelligence as a nationwide Top 10 Performing Credit Union. They are also proud to be committed to their communities by annually volunteering over 5,000 hours and partnering on over 1,000 community events. Connect with Genisys on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok by following @genisyscu. For more information visit www.genisyscu.org
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Bills to Lower Costs for Michigan National Guard Members
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 9, 2025 Contact: press@michigan.gov
Governor Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills to Lower Costs for Michigan National Guard Members and Their Families
LANSING, Mich. — Today, Governor Whitmer signed Senate Bills 370, 540, and 542. These bills will lower the cost of health care and child care for members of the Michigan National Guard and their families. These bipartisan bills will strengthen the support systems service members rely on and ensure they can focus on their missions knowing that their families are safe and cared for. Including today’s legislation, Governor Whitmer has signed a record 1,539 bipartisan bills into law since taking office.
“These bills reaffirm our commitment to fight for those who fight for us,” said Governor Whitmer. “We are lowering the cost of health care and child care for members of the Michigan National Guard, ensuring they can carry out their missions to keep us all safe and provide for their families too. I’m proud that legislators worked across the aisle to pass these commonsense bills, building on years of bipartisan progress we have made to help our National Guard balance their service and their daily lives. Let’s keep working together to make health care and child care more affordable for everyone and stay focused on getting things done that make a real difference in people’s lives.”
Senate Bill 370, sponsored by state Senator Sam Singh (D-East Lansing), will require the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) to create and operate a Tricare premium reimbursement program, lowering the cost of health care for Michiganders who serve in the National Guard.
“Michigan National Guard members selflessly serve our state and nation, making sacrifices on a daily basis to keep our communities and loved ones safe. It’s incumbent upon us as elected officials to do all we can to protect them in return,” said state Senator Sam Singh (D-East Lansing). “I’m proud to see this legislation signed into law, ensuring our guardsmen and women can access the health and dental care they need, when they need it, while improving troop readiness, recruitment, and retention along the way.”
Senate Bill 540, sponsored by state Senator Kevin Hertel (D-Saint Clair Shores), will create the Michigan National Guard Child Care Assistance Program within the DMVA. The new program will help eligible Michigan National Guard members pay for child care costs during weekend drills or annual training.
“National Guard members have the same day-to-day responsibilities and costs anyone else does, including child care,” said state Senator Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores). “When they take the selfless step to sign up for service, their actions deserve to be honored with our fullest support. This legislation helps us meet their needs by providing critical child care benefits to our guardsmen and women so they can serve our community with the peace of mind that their families are cared for.”
Senate Bill 542, sponsored by state Senator Veronica Klinefelt (D-Eastpointe), is tie-barred to SB 540 and will require the balance remaining in the Michigan National Guard Tuition Assistance Fund at the end of the fiscal year to be transferred to the Michigan National Guard Member Benefits Fund.
“Our National Guard members put their lives on hold to serve and protect our state,” said state Senator Veronica Klinefelt (D-Eastpointe). “Providing them with tuition assistance is one way our state can give back, helping them pursue their goals, build their careers, and continue serving our communities in and out of uniform.”
Last month, Governor Whitmer signed bipartisan legislation to establish the Michigan National Guard Benefit Fund, putting more money back into the pockets of our service members. The three bills signed today complete the four-bill package and ensure the men and women who serve Michigan in uniform save more money and get the benefits they deserve.
Helping Service Members & Veterans Thrive
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Scam Alerts in Holiday Consumer Protection Campaign
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