PHILANTHROPY

A Shared Sense of Purpose Drives Us

The principles of service, collaboration, and community that, a century ago, led to the development of the first credit unions are the foundation for EasCorp’s philanthropic efforts today

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Our Charitable Commitments

We uphold the cooperative principles of credit unions, including collaboration, equity, and social responsibility. We proudly support the work and heartfelt mission of Credit Unions Kids at Heart® (CU Kids at Heart), a charitable foundation established by EasCorp and a group of its member credit unions in 1996. CU Kids at Heart has blossomed to include member credit unions and affiliated corporate organizations nationally.

BECOME A PARTICIPATING CREDIT UNION

We’re Welcoming New Credit Union Supporters for 2026

Lend your name and your transformational financial support to a foundation near and dear to the credit union industry. In exchange, new Participating Credit Unions will receive promotional perks, event invitations, and the innumerable benefits of engagement in a community driven by a shared mission and purpose. Join by July 31 for the chance to attend EasCorp’s Invitational Golf Tournament this September. Contact CU Kids at Heart at 800-428-1144, Ext. 3347 to learn more.

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a heartfelt mission

Foundation’s mission is simple: to help children lead healthy and happy lives.

A purposeful fundraising directive

Foundation provides ongoing support for vital research on pediatric neurological diseases like Moyamoya disease, Cerebral Palsy, epilepsy, and brain cancer.

Renowned research partners

Work directly with research investigators at world-renowned institutions—Boston Children’s Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Measurable impact

With nearly $10 million raised, the foundation has helped fund clinical trials, innovative treatments, and promising therapies that positively impact the care and lives of children and adults worldwide.

A timeless tradition

Over 25 years, CU Kids at Heart has sponsored a Boston Marathon team, running to support Boston Children’s Hospital.

Join Us

We rely on the support of our member credit unions and our partners to help us provide a stable source of funding, year after year, for the continued development of these life-saving research initiatives. Your contributions—whether a one-time donation or recurring—are meaningful.

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