BOX ELDER, SD (November 2, 2023) — Black Hills Federal Credit Union (BHFCU) celebrated the grand opening of its Box Elder location by giving back to the tune of $5,500.
BHFCU celebrated the grand opening of its Box Elder location in October with a week-long celebration, including a community-giving component. Members and area residents were encouraged to visit the new location to enter to win $500 cash plus the opportunity to select a charity to receive a $5,000 donation.
“We are so excited to serve our members in the area better and to be part of the growing Box Elder community,” said Alyssa Sahli, Box Elder Manager. “When planning our grand opening, we wanted to give an individual the chance to impact the community.”
Lucky $500 winner, Everet, selected the Rapid City Chapter of Disabled American Veterans to receive the $5,000 donation. The organization advocates for and provides a lifetime of support to disabled veterans, affecting positive life changes for those who served.
“While notifying Everet of his $500 prize was fun,” explained Sahli, “letting our winner get in on the experience of surprising a charitable organization was something we will not soon forget.”
The Box Elder branch is BHFCU’s 19th location. It features Interactive Teller Machine (ITM) technology and is staffed full-time by four Black Hills area locals.
BHFCU supports community needs through corporate contributions, employee fundraisers, and donations from members and community supporters to the Black Hills FCU Charitable Fund, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Leslie Millard
Marketing Communications Specialist
(605) 858-6098
Heidi Bulman
Community Development Officer
(605) 858-6155
