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• MSGCU to Award $45,000 in Classroom Cash Grants
  

  Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) is now accepting applications from local teachers for its popular Classroom Cash Grants program.

• MSGCU Recognized with Editor's Choice Award
  

  In recognition of our financial literacy efforts, social outreach and philanthropic work, BadCredit.org recognized MSGCU with their Editor's Choice Award. This recognition includes a feature article about MSGCU which references our strong ties to first responders, school employees, and community outreach. Read the article.

• MSGCU Announces 2022 Scholarship Recipients | More Than $1 Million Awarded Since Program Inception
  

  Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) has awarded more than one million dollars in scholarship funds to more than 500 deserving recipients since the inception of its scholarship program. MSGCU is proud to announce 2022 recipients.

• MSGCU is honored to be named Best of the Best
  

  MSGCU is honored to be named Best of the Best in the Credit Union category by the Detroit Free Press.

• MSGCU Awards $70,000 to Local Elementary School Libraries
  

  Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) is donating $70,000 to nearly 100 local elementary school libraries to support the purchase of essential books, including books to support youth education of diversity and inclusion.

• MSGCU to Award More Than $100,000 in Scholarships This Year
  

  Over the course of many years, Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) has helped hundreds of students and educators fund their higher education pursuits through its annual scholarship program.

• MSGCU Year in Review
  

  MSGCU celebrates products, services, and giving back initiatives. 

• MSGCU Awards More Than $45,000 to Local Educators
  

  Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) is excited to announce its Classroom Cash Grants recipients for 2021.

• MSGCU Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Bloomfield Township Branch Office
  

  Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) opened the doors to its newest location in Bloomfield Township by hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony.

• MSGCU Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Macomb Township Branch Office
  

  Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) opened the doors to its Macomb Township branch office in January, making it MSGCU’s 16th location.

• MSGCU to Award $45,000 in Grants to Local Teachers
  

  Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) is pleased to announce that their popular Classroom Cash Grants program is now accepting grant proposals from local teachers. Through the program’s 16 years, MSGCU has provided more than half a million dollars in grants, funding more than 900 important learning experiences in classrooms across metro Detroit.

• MSGCU Announces New Branch Office in Bloomfield Township
  

  Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) is pleased to announce the opening of its newest location in Bloomfield Township. Located on Telegraph Road, north of Square Lake Road, this will be MSGCU’s 17^th branch office.

• MSGCU Announces Appointment of Christina Ayar and Denise Brooks-Williams to Board of Directors
  

  Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) announced the appointment of two additional Board of Directors, Christina Ayar, Director, Macomb Community College Foundation, and Denise-Brooks-Williams, Senior Vice President, CEO, Henry Ford Health System, North Market. Both bring a wealth of experience and expertise to MSGCU. 

• MSGCU Names 2021 Scholarship Honorees
  

  Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) is excited to announce its 2021 Scholarship Honorees. This year, a group of 31 high school students, college students and educators will each receive a $2,500 scholarship to further their educational journey.

• COVID-19 Update from MSGCU: Branches remain open
  

  The safety of our members and team members is and will continue to be our top priority. We are diligently monitoring the status of COVID-19 cases in Michigan and remain open to serve members. Updated April 16, 2021.

• MSGCU Wins MCUL and MCUF Awards for Pandemic Efforts
  

  MSGCU is humbled to announce we have been recognized as the winner of two prestigious awards: the Michigan Credit Union League (MCUL) 2021 Innovation Award and the Michigan Credit Union Foundation (MCUF) 2021 Credit Union Difference in a Crisis Award.

• MSGCU to Award $106,500 in Scholarships This Year
  

  Over the course of many years, we have helped hundreds of students and educators fund their higher education pursuits through its annual scholarship program. The 33 available scholarships recognize academic achievement, community service, and an applicant’s commitment to learning.

• Watch: MSGCU's President/CEO reflects on 2020
  

  MSGCU stays focused on serving our members and community.

• Local teachers receive more than $45,000 in Classroom Cash Grants from MSGCU
  

  Educators have a profound impact on the lives of students and the community in which we live. That’s why we’re honored to award more than $45,000 in Classroom Cash Grants to help with the implementation of innovative learning experiences in local schools.

• MSGCU Celebrates Community, Local Businesses and Members
  

  MSGCU and its team members dedicated International Credit Union Week to engaging in community service, supporting local businesses, and celebrating members.

• Local teachers, apply for a Classroom Cash Grant
  

  Now through October 2, submit a grant proposals for up to $750 to make your innovative and essential classroom project ideas a reality. In total, the 2020 Classroom Cash Grant program will award $45,000 in grants to teachers throughout Southeastern Michigan. 

• MSGCU Recognized by Macomb Daily, Forbes, and LendingTree
  

  MSGCU is pleased to announce recent awards and recognitions received by Macomb Daily, Forbes and LendingTree.

• MSGCU Surprises Scholarship Honorees with Special Deliveries
  

  MSGCU was pleased to surprise their 2020 Scholarship Honorees with special deliveries this week. Members of the MSGCU Scholarship Committee visited the 33 honorees at their homes to deliver a congratulatory cake, gift bag, and personalized yard sign.

• MSGCU Supports “Macomb is Open” Contest and Makes $21,000 Available for Macomb County Eateries and Patrons
  

  In support of the Macomb County Chamber’s Macomb is Open contest, Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) is pleased to donate $10,500, matching county and chamber funds, making $21,000 available for local eateries and patrons.

• MSGCU Donates $10,000 in Support of Face Shields for First Responders
  

  MSGCU is honored to support front line workers in need of personal protection equipment with a donation of $10,000 to support the mission of distributing 30,000 face shields to local first responders, hospital staff, and nursing and senior home personnel.

• 6 Ways to Use Your Economic Impact Check
  

  Continue reading for six ways to make your economic impact check (stimulus check) work for you. 

• We Give Thanks by Giving Back
  

  With the holiday spirit upon us, we are pleased to thank members for their continued loyalty to MSGCU and highlight achievements of the past year.

• MSGCU Volunteers for Kids Coalition Against Hunger
  

  MSGCU team members spent time on Columbus Day packaging 31,326 meals and donating $7,500 to Kids Coalition Against Hunger.

• Commerce Township Ribbon Cutting
  

  We have officially opened the doors of our newest location in Commerce Township by hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony.

• MSGCU's Shannon McIntosh named Business Partner of the Year
  

  MSGCU Consumer Education Specialist, Shannon McIntosh was recognized by Anchor Bay Schools and Macomb Career Technical Education Administrators Association.

• MSGCU volunteers feed hungry children
  

  MSGCU team members spent Columbus Day volunteering with Kids Coalition Against Hunger to package 17,500 meals for hungry children and donated $5,000 to help make a difference in our community.

• Local teachers receive more than $51,000 in Classroom Cash Grants from MSGCU
  

  Educators have a profound impact on the lives of students and the community in which we live. That’s why we’re honored to award more than $51,000 in Classroom Cash Grants to help with the implementation of innovative learning experiences in local schools.

• Sprint Credit Union Cash Rewards
  

  With the recent merger between T-Mobile and Sprint Corporation, the Sprint Credit Union Cash Rewards program is coming to a close effective July 31, 2020.

• MSGCU Named Sterling Heights Diversity Distinction Award Recipient
  

  The City of Sterling Heights Ethnic Community Committee unanimously named MSGCU the recipient of a Sterling Heights Diversity Distinction Award for championing diversity in the city of Sterling Heights and surrounding communities.

• MSGCU Celebrates Macomb County Bicentennial
  

  We were proud to take part in celebrating Macomb County's 200th birthday.

• High School Marketing Campaign Competition Winners
  

  Each year, MSGCU challenges groups of high school marketing students to "pitch" a comprehensive campaign to a panel of MSGCU and local marketing experts. We are pleased to announce the winners.