GLENDALE, AZ (April 15, 2015) -- Credit Union West employees have formed a team to participate in the local American Cancer Society Relay For Life at Valley Vista High School May 2-3. The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is a life-changing event that gives everyone in communities across the globe a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease.
“We’re delighted so many of our employees have chosen to participate in Relay For Life of Surprise,” said the credit union’s VP, Chief Information Officer, Scott Grundy. “Our staff has always been dedicated to support causes that affect our communities and this is no different. No one is left untouched by cancer.”
The community event involves teams of people camping out, sharing their stories of battling cancer and remembering those lost to the disease. They take turns walking, jogging, or running around the school’s track as they celebrate, remember and hope. People who are not registered on a team are invited to come out and enjoy the festivities. Teams sell food, desserts and offer an array of activities for the community to take part in.
Relay For Life of Surprise will take place from 4:00 p.m. Friday night to 6:00 a.m. Saturday morning, capping months of local fundraising in an effort to fight cancer and raise awareness. The credit union staff has arranged fundraisers in their branches, internally as well as community events, prior to the event and has raised over $10,000 to date. If you would like more information about Relay For Life of Surprise, visit www.RelayForLife.org/SurpriseAZ.
About Credit Union West
Credit Union West was founded in 1951 and is an award-winning financial cooperative. Well positioned for the future, Credit Union West has earned the highest 5-Star rating from Bauer Financial, Inc., the nation’s leading credit union and bank rating and research firm, who has been analyzing and rating financial institutions since 1983. Today it serves over 53,000 members with more than $550 million in assets. The credit union’s core principles have guided its decisions, which in turn has ensured integrity and trusted member service. Membership is open to anyone who lives, works or worships in Maricopa or Yavapai County and family members of current members. Federally insured by the NCUA. www.cuwest.org.