Compass in the Community 2026
2026 Scholarship Winners! – May 2026
Compass Community Credit Union has awarded three $1,500 scholarships to aid students in their quest for further education. Students were asked to provide several items, including an essay
“How the nominee has helped to further the ‘people helping people philosophy” that guide Credit Unions. Congratulations to, Tristen Titus, Kayla Maples, and Travis Way recipients for 2026.
Pictured in photo one: Left to right are Chris Olson, SVP of Retail Banking from Compass, Tristen Titus, and Ray Litchfield, President/CEO of Compass. Pictured in photo two: Left to right are Bruce Lund, AVP of Retail Banking & Marketing from Compass and Kayla Maples. Pictured in photo three: Left to right are Bruce Lund, AVP of Retail Banking & Marketing from Compass and Travis Way.
Member Shred Day – May 2026
Compass hosted a highly successful Member Shred Day at our Arcata branch on Saturday, May 16, 2026, providing members with a secure and convenient way to dispose of sensitive documents while helping promote identity theft prevention.
Eureka Community Services – May 2026
Compass is proud to sponsor five students for summer camp through Eureka Community Services. Jim and Catherine accepted the campership funds on behalf of the organization, presented by Janine Sheesley, Branch Supervisor, and Braulio Lewis, Financial Partner from Compass Community Credit Union. We’re honored to support local kids and help make their camp experience possible.
Redwood Teen Challenge Annual Golf Tournament – May 2026
Compass was proud to support and sponsor the Redwood Teen Challenge Annual Golf Tournament. Redwood Teen Challenge is a nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals overcome life-controlling challenges, including drug and alcohol addiction.
Boys & Girls Club – April 2026
Compass was excited to donate much needed supplies including several basketballs, notebooks, coloring pens and sidewalk caulk to the Boys & Girls Club. Pictured is Monica Rose, Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods and Bruce Lund, AVP of Marketing & Retail Banking from Compass Community Credit Union.
Humboldt Animal Shelter – April 2026
Compass members and staff answered the call by donating an assortment of dog and cat treats, toys, and chew items to support the Humboldt Animal Shelter. Bruce Lund, AVP of Marketing and Retail Banking from Compass presented the donated items to Sr. Animal Control Officer, Megan. Also pictured in the photo is Magic, who is currently waiting to be adopted. All the donated items will certainly be put to good use, and we thank you for supporting the shelter. Several pets are currently waiting to be adopted, for more information visit https://humboldtgov.org/2658/Animal-Shelter
St. Jude’s Annual Radiothon – March 2026
Compass sponsored the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, two-day radiothon campaign through the partnership with Bicoastal media. The radiothon is an annual event to raise money to help support the children’s hospital and fight childhood cancer. Compass is also hoping that by supporting this annual event, it will bring awareness to this worthy cause and help others donate or volunteer their time.
Bruce Lund, AVP of Marketing & Retail Banking and Suzanne Tibbles, Senior Sales & Marketing Account Executive at Bi-Coastal Media.
Supporting the American Heart Association – March 2026
February was Heart Month and Compass was proud to support the American Heart Association, with a special focus on raising awareness about heart disease, symptoms, and early screening. Members were encouraged to help make a difference by stopping in any Compass branch to make a $5.00 donation by purchasing a heart to display inside the branch. Compass matched every donation made by members and staff, with all proceeds donated to the American Heart Association.
Compass team, Nicole Perez, Mathew Arellano, Kelsey Dunn, and Victoria Farias.
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital – February 2026
Compass is proud to give back by supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, where families never get a bill—so they can focus on helping their child fight cancer. Be a hero for kids at St. Jude! Join Compass Community Credit Union in supporting life-saving care and research at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Every dollar brings hope, healing, and a chance for a cure. Let’s change lives—together! Visit https://www.stjude.org/ to learn more and make a difference.
February is Heart Month – February 2026
Compass matched every $5.00 donation made by members who purchased a heart to display inside the branch. All proceeds were donated to the American Heart Association.
Eureka Boys & Girls Club – January 2026
Compass held their annual Holiday Party for staff and employees were invited to participate in the annual 50/50 raffle. 50% is awarded to support a local charity, selected by the employees. This year’s recipient is the Eureka Boys & Girls Club, and Compass was honored to present this wonderful organization with a check for $500. Pictured is Monica Rose, Executive Director of the Eureka Boys & Girls Club and Mathew Arellano, Retail Team Leader for the Henderson Center Branch.
Coat Drive – January 2026
Compass members and staff answered the call by donating a large assortment of coats and jackets to the local community. Janine Sheesley, Compass Retail Team Leader, Henderson branch, presented the donated items to Siena Parrish, Community Outreach Coordinator from C.A.P.E. & Uplift Eureka Program. Items will be distributed to individuals in need – thank you for your support.
Pictured in the second photo, left to right are Kelsey Dunn, Area Manager, Ray Litchfield, President/CEO, and Chris Olson, SVP of Retail Banking.
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