September 2023 - Team member Will attended the Bloomfield Senior Center's annual Health and Wellness event. He spent the afternoon discussing the importance of financial health with patrons and business representatives. Thank you Will for spreading the word about the Dutch Point difference and how financial health plays a role in your overall well-being!
August 2023 - The DPCU Management Team took to the streets for the third year in a row to participate in the Credit Unions Kids at Heart 2023 All-Ability Challenge. The Blue Crew visited Old Wethersfield and handed out gift certificates to Lenoci's Italian Kitchen and Aroma Bistro. Following the walk, the teams had lunch at a nearby restaurant to help support a local business.
This annual event is about giving back to the community while helping raise money for Credit Unions Kids at Heart.
Learn more about the challenge here.
Virtual Seminar on Student Loan Refinance and Consolidation
July 2023 - This seminar provided participants with valuable information on refinancing and consolidating student loans. Viewers also gained a better understanding of the student loan marketplace and learned tips to pay off loans earlier.
Sharing Financial Tips with Local Students
July 2023 - Team member Will taught a class on basic banking to a group of students participating in the Wethersfield Summer Youth Employment Program. Attendees gained knowledge on saving, budgeting, and financial health.
Providing Financial Education to Local Veterans
June 2023 - Chief Member Experience Officer Tony Sacchetti visited Victory Gardens in Newington, where he taught basic budgeting and credit skills to local Veterans. Attendees walked away with valuable information on creating and sticking to a budget, why savings matters, and the importance of effective money management. We are proud to provide financial education to our local community!
Credit Unions Building Financial Independence Golf Tournament
June 2023 - Team members had a great time supporting Connecticut's Credit Unions and their foundation, Credit Unions Building Financial Independence (CUBFI), at their annual golf tournament! CUBFI focuses on helping CT residents achieve financial stability and security through various initiatives. Dutch Point was proud to be recognized as a Foundation Champion sponsor! Thank you to the Credit Union League of Connecticut for your continued efforts to promote financial wellness in our communities.
Newington Library 5K Challenge
May 2023 - Team members participated in the 26th annual Newington Library 5K Challenge. The race raises funds for Newington library programming to help keep events free to the community. Dutch Point was also an event sponsor. Congratulations to Will, Maria, Sherri and Angela on completing the race and supporting the community!
Shred Day Success in Niantic!
May 2023 - Our Niantic Branch hosted a very successful Shred Day! We were able to safely and securely shred thousands of pounds of paper for the local community. This paper will be recycled into reusable items such as paper plates, tissue, wrapping paper and gray board. We are proud to support the environment and offer this service free of charge to the community.
Virtual Home Buyer Seminar
April 2023 - We had a great time hosting our virtual home buyer seminar! Joe Zampitella from Members Mortgage, Attorney David Golas Jr. from Golas, Golas & Golas, PC, and Cora Bernier from Liberty Mutual Insurance provided participants with helpful information on the home buying process. Attendees learned about home shopping, financing options, price negotiation, and contract and legal considerations.
Niantic Bay Boardwalk 5K
April 2023 - Team member Pearl participated in the annual Niantic Bay Boardwalk 5K, while team member Louise cheered her on! This year’s race raised funds to help revitalize the downtown Niantic area. Dutch Point was also an event sponsor. Congratulations to Pearl for completing the race and supporting the community!
Dutch Point Participates in Local High School Career Fairs
March and April 2023 - Team members Tony Sacchetti, Chief Member Experience Officer, and Robert Pellegatto, Director of Human Resources, recently participated in career fairs at Newington High School and Wethersfield High School. Students had an opportunity to explore various careers and start thinking about their future path. Local business representatives were on hand to share personal career experiences and information about their field.
Students Get a Glimpse of Financial Reality
March 2023 - Team members Laurie and Suzanne volunteered at a local Financial Reality Fair. The fair is a collaborative effort by credit unions, the CT Credit Union Charitable Foundation, and the Credit Union League of CT. More than 500 high school students participated in this hands-on learning experience. Students learned how to manage a budget and how to separate needs from wants. The fair is a unique opportunity for participants to experience some of the financial challenges they will face when starting life on their own.
Financial Education at Local Senior Center
March 2023 - Team member Laurie visited the South End Wellness Senior Center in Hartford. She facilitated a presentation on effective budgeting and protecting yourself from scams and fraud for 40 attendees. Special thanks to Awilda Rodriguez-Murillo, Director of the Wellness Center, for giving us the opportunity to educate, serve and delight!
Virtual Seminar on Credit Reports and Credit Scores
March 2023 - Seminar participants gained valuable information on credit reports and credit scores. Viewers learned why credit matters, the basics of reading a credit report, understanding of how a credit score is calculated, ways to use credit wisely, and how to monitor credit going forward.
Dutch Point Provides Financial Education on International Women's Day
March 2023 - Team member Laurie celebrated International Women's Day by providing financial education to a group of women at the New Britain YWCA. Participants learned valuable information on effective budgeting, why credit matters, and ways to establish credit.
Virtual Seminar on College Planning
March 2023 - This seminar provided participants with valuable information on how to plan, prepare, and pay for college. Viewers also gained a better understanding of the student loan marketplace and how to compare student loan options.
Dutch Point Teaches Class to The Women's Advancement Initiative's LEAD Program
November 2022 - Team member Octavia recently gave a presentation to The Women's Advancement Initiative's LEAD (Leadership Education and Development) program at the University of Hartford, which is a leadership development and career readiness training program for undergraduate female students.
In addition to being a part of a network of female students, professional women, and community leaders, members will also develop skills in a variety of areas such as public speaking, self-confidence, decision-making, self-care, professional interviewing, salary negotiation, and much more.
The interactive session Octavia had with students focused on The Art of Negotiation.
Teaching Classes on Credit at Wethersfield High School
November 2022 - Team member Laurie recently taught several classes on credit at Wethersfield High School. Students learned the importance of credit scores and credit reports, why credit matters to your financial health, how to use credit wisely, and tips on building credit for future success.
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Virtual Seminar on Holiday Savings Tips
November 2022 - This seminar provided participants with valuable tips and tricks for saving money during the holidays. Viewers also learned the smartest ways to use credit if needed during the holidays, and heard about the most common scams affecting consumers during the season.
Shred Day Success in Newington!
September 2022 - Our Newington Branch hosted a very successful Shred Day! We were able to safely and securely shred thousands of pounds of paper for the local community. This paper will be recycled into reusable items such as paper plates, tissue, wrapping paper and gray board. We are proud to support the environment and offer this service free of charge to the community.
Dutch Point Participates in Credit Unions Kids at Heart All-Ability Challenge
August 2022 - Dutch Point’s commitment to community support and charitable causes sent us to the streets for the second year to help raise money for Credit Unions Kids at Heart All-Ability Challenge. The Challenge is an event and celebration of health and kindness. Participants can run, walk, roll, cycle, or commit a good deed while collecting donations for research aimed at prevention, treatment, and cure of pediatric neurological disorders. These donations will go toward medical research and clinical trials that will help children everywhere.
Dutch Point created The Crusade Parade, a campaign to raise funds and awareness for Credit Unions Kids at Heart, and also to support local businesses. The credit union Management Team walked to Old Wethersfield to hand out gift cards to local businesses and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Many individuals and vendors sponsored our walk, and we are grateful for their support. Through these contributions, our team raised over $6,000!
Virtual Seminar on Student Loan Refinance and Consolidation
July 2022 - This seminar provided participants with valuable information on refinancing and consolidating student loans. Viewers also gained a better understanding of the student loan marketplace and learned tips to pay off loans earlier.
Dutch Point Participates in Wethersfield Chamber of Commerce Event
June 2022 - Chief Member Experience Officer Tony and Wethersfield Branch manager Christina attended the Wethersfield Chamber of Commerce Make a Splash Business Showcase. Local businesses had an opportunity to meet with one another and showcase their products and services. Attendees were excited to learn about the Dutch Point difference!
ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk
June 2022 - Board of Director members Marguerite and Mike participated in the ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk at Dunkin Donuts Park. The annual event raises funds to zero out prostate cancer. We are proud of our Board volunteers and their commitment to making a difference in our communities!
Dutch Point Educates the Community at Local Wellness Fair
June 2022 - Team member Laurie represented the credit union at the Town of Newington's Wellness Resource Fair. Attendees learned financial wellness tips and discussed ways to improve or maintain their credit and overall financial picture.
Team Members Support Red Nose Day
May 2022 - Dutch Point once again raised funds for Red Nose Day. Team members donated to this worthy cause and got the chance to sport red "noses" for the day. Together we are working to provide children with safety, health, education and empowerment, and create a bright future for today's youth.
Newington Library 5K
May 2022 - Team members participated in the 25th annual Newington Library 5K Challenge. The race raises funds for Newington library programming to help keep events free to the community. Dutch Point was also an event sponsor. Congratulations to Will, Maria, Sherri and Angela on completing the race and supporting the community!
Niantic Bay Boardwalk 5K
April 2022 - Team members participated in the annual Niantic Bay Boardwalk 5K. This year’s race raised funds to help revitalize the downtown Niantic area. Dutch Point was also an event sponsor. Congratulations to our team members for completing the race and supporting the community!
Virtual Seminar on the Power of Saving
April 2022 - This seminar highlighted how savings can help you maximize your financial future. Viewers learned why savings matters, the easiest ways to save, tips on saving and budgeting, and how to set SMART savings goals.
Virtual First-Time Home Buyer Seminar
April 2022 - We had a great time hosting our virtual first-time home buyer seminar! Joe Zampitella from Members Mortgage, Attorney David Golas Jr. from Golas, Golas & Golas, PC, and Blanca Escobar from Liberty Mutual Insurance provided participants with helpful information on the home buying process. Attendees learned about home shopping, financing options, price negotiation, and contract and legal considerations.
Dutch Point Participates in Local High School Career Fairs
March and April 2022 - Team members Tony Sacchetti, Chief Member Experience Officer, and Robert Pellegatto, Director of Human Resources, recently participated in career fairs at Wethersfield High School and Newington High School. Students had an opportunity to explore various careers and start thinking about their future path. Local business representatives were on hand to share personal career experiences and information about their field.
Dutch Point Raises Funds for the American Cancer Society
October 2021 - To recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dutch Point team members found exciting ways to raise funds for the American Cancer Society. Several team members were among thousands of walkers who joined up to raise funds for the fight against breast cancer at Making Strides of Hartford. Dress down contributions during the month were put toward this worthy cause. Member donations were also accepted in branch locations. The Dutch Point Crusaders raised a total of $2,000 in donations from these efforts and matching donations from DPCU! Every breast cancer walk and event brings us one step closer to winning the battle against this disease.
Virtual Seminar: Protecting Yourself from Scams and Fraud
September 2021 - Community members gained a wealth of knowledge on scams and fraud during this virtual seminar. Dutch Point team member Shannon discussed identity theft, how fraud occurs, trending scams and ways to protect yourself, and what to do if you become a victim.
Virtual First-Time Home Buyer Seminar
September 2021 - We had a great time hosting our virtual first-time home buyer seminar! Joe Zampitella from Members Mortgage and Attorney David Golas Jr. from Golas, Golas & Golas, PC provided participants with helpful information on the home buying process. Attendees learned about home shopping, financing options, price negotiation, and contract and legal considerations.
Dress Down Contributions Benefit Local Communities
August 2021 - Dutch Point team members sprang into action when they heard there was a need for food and school supplies in our local communities. Recently collected dress down donations were used to replenish the Town of Wethersfield’s food pantry with items such as soups, macaroni and cheese, jelly and oatmeal. Town children received pens, pencils, highlighters and markers for their return to school. The credit union also donated food items to the Connecticut Food Bank for use in the surrounding towns. In total, $600 worth of donations went into our local communities!
Team Members Support Red Nose Day
May 2021 - Dutch Point once again raised funds for Red Nose Day, a campaign to end child poverty, one nose at a time. Team members donated to this worthy cause and got the chance to sport red "noses" for the day. Many thanks to team member Laura for the homemade masks! Together we are working to fight childhood poverty and create a bright future for today's youth.
Virtual Student Banking and Budgeting Seminar
May 2021 - Students and parents gained knowledge on basic banking and budgeting skills during this informative seminar. Dutch Point team members Laurie and Shannon provided participants with information on savings and checking accounts, debit cards, setting smart financial goals, tips on making and sticking to a budget, and how to build and use credit wisely.
Dutch Point Helps the Homeless
May 2021 - Our team once again showed their commitment to helping those less fortunate by helping the homeless community in Hartford. Hartford Police Officer Jim Barrett has made it his mission to help the city’s homeless during his career. He goes the extra mile to make sure they are cared for during the pandemic. Through staff donations, the credit union raised $1,000 and purchased $800 of bus passes and $200 in Dunkin Donuts gift cards to be donated to Officer Barrett’s efforts to help Hartford’s homeless community. We are proud to support Officer Barrett in his mission to help the homeless.
Dutch Point Participates in Credit Unions Kids at Heart Challenge
April 2021 - Dutch Point’s commitment to community support and charitable causes sent us to the streets to help raise money for EasCorp Credit Unions Kids at Heart All-Ability Challenge. We partner with EasCorp to provide financial services for the benefit of our members. EasCorp is dedicated to helping credit unions thrive as America’s favorite financial institutions.
The Challenge is a virtual event and celebration of health and kindness. Participants can run, walk, roll, cycle, or commit a good deed while collecting donations for research aimed at prevention, treatment, and cure of pediatric neurological disorders. These donations will go toward medical research and clinical trials conducted at Boston Children's Hospital that will help children everywhere.
Dutch Point created Streets to Eats, a campaign to raise funds and awareness for Credit Unions Kids at Heart, and also to support a local restaurant. The credit union Management Team broke into two teams and walked to Old Wethersfield to enjoy lunch and support The Charles, a local restaurant. Many individuals and vendors sponsored our walk, and we are grateful for their support. Through these contributions, our team raised a total of $3,040!
Virtual Credit Seminar
March 2021 - Community members enjoyed attending our virtual credit seminar. Dutch Point team members Shannon and Maria provided participants with information on credit reports and credit scores. Attendees also learned about why credit matters to your financial health, how to use credit wisely, and tips on building or rebuilding credit.
Financial Education for Local Communities
February 2021 - Dutch Point Credit Union is committed to providing financial education in our local communities. In this video, which was filmed in early 2020, team member Laurie visited the Carmen Arace Middle School in Bloomfield. Laurie taught budgeting, setting financial goals, opening a bank account, and how to understand credit to an eager group of students.
Dutch Point Credit Union Supports Operation Fuel
January 2021 - Over the last two months, Dutch Point team members dressed down in support of Connecticut's Operation Fuel, Inc. program. Thanks to the generous donations we received from staff and additional contributions from our organization, we were able to raise $1,000 for this worthy cause! Pictured are team members Ashley and Tony, who along with other staff members participated in this fundraising effort. We are proud to support Operation Fuel and our local community!
