Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation's Annual Golf Invitational Raises $155,000 for N.J. Charities

Basking Ridge, N.J. (June 23, 2016) – On Monday, June 13, 2016, the Affinity Federal Credit Union (AFCU) Foundation hosted its 19th Annual Golf Invitational, raising a record $155,000 for local, grassroots charities across the state of New Jersey.

Held at the Stanton Ridge Golf and Country Club, the AFCU Foundation’s Golf Invitational has experienced tremendous growth since its inception. This exclusive, invitation-only event has seen a 500 percent increase in funds raised over the last 19 years, which aids various N.J. charities including Hope for Veterans, the Adult Day Center of Somerset County, Elijah’s Promise, and the Interfaith Food Pantry.

“Giving back to the local communities is built into the very fabric of Affinity’s goals and mission,” says Dr. Lauretta Farrell, the Foundation’s Executive Director. “Every year I’m overwhelmed by the generosity of our attendees to help us fulfill that mission and truly improve the financial lives of our neighbors.”

Off the heels of its successful Golf Invitational, the AFCU Foundation will host its next event – the Chasing the American Dream 5k and Kids’ Sprint – on July 28 at Duke Island Park in Bridgewater, N.J

Pictured (left to right): Richard Burns of Georgia's Own Credit Union, David Preter of Georgia's Own Credit Union, John Fenton, president and CEO of Affinity Federal Credit Union, and John McGovern, chairman of Affinity Federal Credit Union Board of Directors.

About Affinity Federal Credit Union:
Affinity Federal Credit Union is the largest credit union headquartered in New Jersey. With over $2.3 billion in assets, Affinity has a network of more than 135,000 members from over 6,000 businesses, organizations and clubs throughout the country. Affinity members have access to a network of over 4,000 shared branches and 65,000 fee-free ATMs nationwide. The credit union is a member-owned, not-for-profit, full-service financial institution that has been offering superior financial services for consumers and businesses with a member-oriented focus since 1935. Affinity's consumer banking services include a full suite of deposit products, mobile and online banking, auto, real estate, education and personal loans. Affinity offers a comprehensive set of products and services to support its business members, offering better rates and lower fees than most banks. Whether it is a new venture or a well-established organization, Affinity has the right products and services for each stage of business. Federally insured by NCUA.

About the Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation:
The Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Affinity Federal Credit Union and its members. Together, we leverage our contributions to make impactful investments in local, grassroots charitable organizations, with a special focus on improving the financial lives of our members, friends and neighbors in the communities where we live, work, worship and go to school. Along with our volunteer efforts, together we are working to "Create Something Better."