American Eagle Financial Credit Union Honored with FOX 61 Impact Award
American Eagle Financial Credit Union (American Eagle FCU) has been awarded the prestigious Impact Award from FOX 61 television for the category of “Company Making an ImpaCT.” This recognition highlights American Eagle FCU's unwavering commitment to giving back to the Connecticut community, instilling a culture of volunteerism and philanthropy among its team members.
The FOX 61 Impact Award recognizes organizations in Connecticut that prioritize social responsibility and actively contribute to their communities. American Eagle FCU has integrated giving back into its core mission, ensuring that team members have the opportunity to engage in meaningful volunteer activities while fostering a workplace culture that values compassion and community service.
"It is amazing to be in a room with so many leaders and organizations passionate about giving back to the community," said Howard Brady, President & CEO of American Eagle Financial Credit Union. "At American Eagle FCU, we believe that community service is vital not only to our mission but also to the well-being of our team members and it is an incredible distinction to win the 2024 Company Making an ImpaCT award."
Throughout the year, American Eagle encourages its team members to participate in community service projects, ranging from food drives and educational outreach to environmental clean-ups and support for local non-profits. American Eagle FCU also runs a program Cash Back to the Community that awards money to three non-profits each quarter. The program, which has been running since 2020, has donated over $490,000 to local organizations dedicated to improving their communities.
"Making a positive impact in our community is not just a responsibility; it's a privilege," added Brady. "As we celebrate this honor from FOX 61, we remain committed to empowering local organizations to reach their missions through financial support from one of our company programs."
