Community Investment Program

The Credit Union Commitment

In a world characterized by government cutbacks, rising costs, and increased demand for services provided by charitable, non-profit and volunteer organizations, Saskatchewan credit unions recognize our responsibility as corporate citizens, to develop the people, culture and quality of life in our communities. Business does not exist in a vacuum. It has never been more important for the corporate world to share the benefits of success with the communities in which we live and do business.

Saskatchewan credit unions share a common vision of working together to strengthen our communities and build our province. We believe that corporate responsibility cannot be separated from social responsibility and we view community involvement as an investment in our future and our communities. We look forward to working for and with you in the future.

Types of Support Available

• donations (including gifts in kind), cash or staff time

• sponsorships

• promotional items, door prizes, and giveaways

Due to the broad scope and varied nature of the requests we receive, it is necessary to focus on a few areas that we feel best fit with the mission, vision and values of Cornerstone Credit Union.

Key Areas of Interest

Donations will generally take the form of support for a special project or specific event and sponsorships will be designed to position Cornerstone Credit Union with our target markets. Preference will be given to charitable and non-profit events and organizations. Support will be considered in the following areas.

• community and economic development

• youth and education

• health and human services

• agriculture

• arts and culture

• amateur sport

• programs which support individuals in need

Funding will not be provided for:

• political or religious organizations

• advocacy organizations whose causes are publicly controversial

• individuals

• events or organizations that take place outside the Cornerstone Credit Union trading area

What We Need to Know

For all applications:

• The name and address of your organization including telephone and fax numbers.

• The name, title, telephone number and e-mail address of the contact person at your organization.

• Your organization's charitable registration number and registered name (if appropriate).

• A brief history of your organization, including its mission, future goals and objectives, programs, achievements and the scope of its activities.

• Details about the specific event or program for which you are requesting funding.

• The amount requested from Cornerstone Credit Union and how it will be used.

• How Cornerstone Credit Union will be recognized for their involvement.

• Who the other major sponsor/donors are.

• The target audience.

• Highlights of past programs and successes.

• How your event/project will enhance the social, developmental and economic well-being of our community.

• The total target amount of the fundraising campaign.

• How supporting this event will build or enhance the profile of the Cornerstone Credit Union in the Community.

• Opportunities for media exposure.

All requests should be in writing and in the case of an annual event, applications must be submitted yearly. Requests will be reviewed every two weeks. You will be notified by the credit union once the request has been reviewed as to whether or not it has been approved.

Where to send Sponsorship/Donation Requests

Cornerstone Credit Union Ltd.
Box 1210
Yorkton, Sask.
S3N 2X3
Attention: Sharon Kawa  
Phone: (306)786-2208
Fax (306)786-6878
Email: sharon.kawa@cornerstone.cu.sk.ca

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