The holiday season is a time for gratitude, generosity, and coming together as a community. At Self Reliance Financial Federal Credit Union, we believe in giving back and supporting those who make our neighborhoods thrive. This year, we’re excited to share several ways you can join us in spreading kindness and making a positive impact.
Thanksgiving – Sharing Gratitude and Warmth
Thanksgiving reminds us of the importance of gratitude and togetherness. While we gather with loved ones, let’s also remember those who may be facing challenges. Whether it’s donating a meal, volunteering at a local shelter, or simply reaching out to someone in need, small acts of kindness can make a big difference.
From all of us at Self Reliance Financial Federal Credit Union, thank you for being part of our credit union family. We’re grateful for the opportunity to serve you and look forward to continuing our journey together.
Food Drive – Nourishing Our Neighbors
This holiday season, we invite you to join Self Reliance Financial Federal Credit Union in a meaningful act of giving: our Community Food Drive in partnership with the UNWLA Philadelphia Regional Council and Laurel House.
The Holodomor, meaning “death by hunger,” was the 1932–1933 genocide committed by the Soviet Union against the Ukrainian people, claiming the lives of 7 to 10 million innocent civilians. Today, we honor their memory by coming together to fight hunger in our own community.
The Laurel House provides shelter and support for women and children affected by domestic violence. Your donations will help feed those currently residing at the shelter.
To learn more about the Food Drive and how you can help, click here.
Please drop off your non-perishable food items at any Philadelphia Region branch:
Feasterville – 221 W. Street Road, Feasterville
Somerton – Trent Plaza 14425 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia
UECC Branch – 700 N. Cedar Road, Jenkintown
Collection ends December 2 at 6:00 PM.
Small Business Saturday – Shop Local, Support Dreams
On Small Business Saturday, November 29, let’s celebrate the hardworking entrepreneurs who keep our local economy strong. When you shop at small businesses, you’re not just buying a product; you’re investing in your community.
Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to supporting small businesses and communities across the country and is part of the larger Shop Small Movement. Founded by American Express in 2010, this day is celebrated each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving in the U.S. Since its launch, consumers have reported spending an estimated $200 billion at small businesses on the day*.
As members of the community, you are integral to helping small businesses thrive in your neighborhood and across the nation when you shop in-store and or online, as that helps ensure that money stays in the community. According to the American Express 2022 Small Business Economic Impact Study, for every dollar spent at a small business, 68 cents stays in the community**.
Consider visiting local shops, dining at family-owned restaurants, or purchasing gifts from artisans in your area. Every dollar spent locally helps create jobs and sustain the businesses that make our towns unique.
GivingTuesday – A Global Day of Generosity
Following the shopping rush of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, GivingTuesday is a chance to give back.
GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of radical generosity. GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Since then, it has grown into a year-round global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity.
Whether through charitable donations, volunteering your time, or supporting a cause close to your heart, this day is all about making generosity go viral. Join your neighbors and the world in celebrating the spirit of giving and help create lasting change.
Together, We Make a Difference
The holidays shine brightest when we share joy together. At Self Reliance Financial Federal Credit Union, we’re honored to stand with our members in supporting local businesses, nourishing families, and spreading kindness. After all, the Credit Union philosophy’ People Helping People’ is at the heart of everything we do. Thank you for being part of a community that truly cares.
*The 2022 Small Business Economic Impact Study was conducted by Econsult Solutions, Inc. (ESI) on behalf of American Express. ESI calculated the share of national Gross Domestic Product (GDP), employment and employee compensation that small businesses with under 100 employees provide to the economy based on an analysis used by the U.S. Small Business Administration. ESI also estimated how much of each dollar spent at the average small business remains in their local community, and used input-output analysis across 100 representative U.S. counties to calculate the additional impact that is generated locally as a result of the spending of employees and the spending of the small business with local suppliers and service providers.
**This spend statistic is an aggregate of the average spend as reported by consumers who shopped small on Small Business Saturday in surveys commissioned by American Express, reporting spend habits on Small Business Saturday since 2012. It does not reflect actual receipts, sales, or American Express Card Member spending data. Each such survey was conducted online among a nationally representative sample of U.S. adults. The data was projected from the samples based on the then-current U.S. Census estimates of the U.S. adult population (18+).