The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) is proud to announce its 2024 Conference with a Purpose fundraiser raised a total of $25,000 for USA Cares. This brings the total funds for DCUC’s Conference with a Purpose raised to $463,000 since 2003.
This year’s fundraiser included an online Silent Auction, the popular 50/50 raffle, and mulligan and gimme string sales during DCUC’s Annual VADM Vincent Lascara Golf Tournament. The fundraising spanned just four days during DCUC’s Annual Conference and was a great success thanks to the generosity of DCUC members, guests, and sponsors.
Jimmy Yeary, one of DCUC’s conference keynote speakers, generously donated an autographed guitar played during his Tuesday, August 13th presentation. His guitar was later presented during DCUC’s silent auction, contributing further funds to USA Cares’ mission and cause.
At the start of the conference, Paula Redding, Director of Corporate Relations for USA Cares, shared more about USA Cares’ mission and what it meant to be chosen as this year’s DCUC Conference with a Purpose charity recipient.
"Thank you for welcoming me into your family. Being selected as the DCUC Charity of the Year is not just an honor, but a powerful affirmation of our mission at USA Cares,” said Redding. “Our partnership empowers us to extend our reach, deepen our impact, and continue our vital mission of providing hope and assistance to those who have sacrificed so much for our country. We are truly grateful for this opportunity and the shared commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those who serve."
USA Cares dedicates itself to providing post-9/11 military veterans, service members, and their families with financial assistance and post-service skills training to create a foundation for long-term stability. Their services improve the quality of life for veterans and their families and reduce potential factors that can contribute to veteran suicide.
To learn more about USA Cares, please visit USACares.org.
To see more about DCUC’s Annual Conference, please visit dcuc.org/news.
Paula Redding, Director of Corporate Relations for USA Cares, shares more about USA Cares’ mission in supporting servicemembers, veterans, and their families during DCUC’s Welcome Lunch on Tuesday, August 15, 2024. USA Cares was selected as the Council’s charity of choice for DCUC’s 2024 Annual Conference with a Purpose fundraiser. Photo provided by Alexander Aleman.
Paula Redding, Director of Corporate Relations for USA Cares, with DCUC Annual Conference attendees and DCUC members during the Council’s Welcome Lunch on Tuesday, August 15, 2024. Photo provided by Alexander Aleman.
DCUC President/CEO Anthony Hernandez and DCUC’s Crash class with their 50/50 tickets and Armed Forces Financial Network (AFFN) Challenge Coins during AFFN’s Welcome Reception. The 50/50 raffle ticket sales officially began during the Welcome Reception with all proceeds contributing to DCUC’s Conference with a Purpose fundraiser for USA Cares. Photo provided by Alexander Aleman.