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Giving Back to the Communities We Serve

Credit unions have a social responsibility to uphold the philosophy of “People Helping People” and to support their communities. But at Advance Financial, it’s more than that. You’ve allowed us to serve and be a part of this community for over 80 years. We’re extremely grateful and, therefore, we want to give back. Through sponsorship and a variety of donations, charitable events, financial literacy education programs and unique partnerships with local businesses and organizations, Advance Financial is committed to a better Northwest Indiana.

Be sure to check out our Community Calendar for upcoming programs and events by clicking the link below.

For additional information regarding our Community Programs, please contact Christina Lozano, Marketing Director, at 219.392.3900 x3103 or by email using our contact us form:

AFFCU 2022 Scholarship Program

Be an Angel this Holiday Season: Support the Angel Tree Program

This Christmas, your kindness can make a world of difference. We’re proud to partner with The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program, helping bring holiday joy to children and families in need throughout our community.

Here’s how you can join us in spreading the Christmas spirit:

Visit either of our branches to pick up an Angel Tree card from the display.
Shop for a gift based on the child’s age and wish list.
Return your gift unwrapped along with the Angel card to the branch by December 5.

Every gift collected will go directly to a local child, ensuring they experience the warmth and joy of the holiday season. This program is a beautiful reminder that small acts of kindness can have a big impact. Together, we can make Christmas brighter - one angel at a time.

Thank you for joining us in sharing hope, love, and generosity this holiday season.

Learn more about the Salvation Army's Angel Tree Program

AFFCU 2022 Scholarship Program

Cell Phones for Soldiers

Cell Phones For Soldiers is a national non-profit organization dedicated to providing cost-free communication services and emergency funding to active-duty military members and veterans. Since 2004, the charity has provided more than 400 million minutes of air time to servicemen and women deployed around the world, by recycling more than 25 million cell phones reducing the impact on landfills. Cell Phones For Soldiers uses proceeds from donated cell phones to purchase international calling cards for troops to call home and to provide emergency funding to veterans.

Advance Financial Federal Credit Union is proud to be an official drop-off location for Cell Phones for Soldiers.

What they recycle:

Any and all cell phones and smart phones, working or broken.
Any and all iPads, tablets and mp3 players, working or broken.
Chargers for phones, tablets or mp3 players.
Any accessories such as cases etc. in their original packaging.

What they don't recycle:

Cell Phones for Soldiers does not accept laptops or computers of any kind.
Cellphone or tablet accessories not in their original packaging.

For more information, contact Christina Lozano, Marketing Director, at 219.392.3900, ext. 3103 or clozano@advancefcu.org.

Learn more about Cellphone for Soldiers