WASHINGTON–For the 12th consecutive year, PSCU will be underwriting the title sponsorship expenses for the Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run in Washington along with CUNA Mutual Group when the race takes place on April 7.
PSCU employees will also be running in the face and acting as volunteers.
“The annual event is instrumental in showcasing the value of the credit union community and the credit union movement at a local level,” PSCU said. “Credit unions throughout the U.S. proudly join together each year as the title sponsor of the event, which benefits the Children’s Miracle Network.”
PSCU said that with new members of Congress taking office this year following the 2018 midterm elections, now is a “more critical time than ever for credit union awareness and advocacy. Credit unions can earn a spot on the legislative agenda by assembling the power and voices of the national trade associations and state leagues, addressing public policy issues and blanketing Capitol Hill with the credit union message.”
One of the most visible ways of raising awareness is the Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run, said PSCU.
More Than $9 Million Raised
At the culmination of this year’s race, Credit Union Miracle Day is projected to have raised over $9 million for the international non-profit since 2002. Nationwide, credit unions are the third largest fundraisers for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
“The Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Runprovides us with the valuable opportunity to stand atop Capitol Hill each year to showcase the importance and impact of credit unions across the country to D.C.-area influencers,” said Chuck Fagan, PSCU President and CEO. “In addition, we are also able to raise funds towards medical research to help our local communities and really embrace the credit union philosophy of ‘people helping people.’”
PSCU’s race teams are comprised of employees from all PSCU locations, selected in a company-wide lottery. This year’s team will be competing as the PSCU Possibilities Delivered race team.