the news that`s fit to print! - South Jersey Federal Credit Union
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the news that`s fit to print! - South Jersey Federal Credit Union
COVER 1 In this issue of The President’s Corner Board of Directors The President’s Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Sprint Credit Union Member Discount . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Summer Travel Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 John Bettis Chairperson Anthony DiFabio Vice Chairperson Community News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11 Kenneth Luehmann Secretary Member Spotlight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13 Michael McKiernan Treasurer Scholarship Awards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15 Safety Tips For Summer Cookout Season . . . . . . 16-17 Bienvenido Calaf, Jr. Director E-Statements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Benjamin T. Griffith Director Featured Recipe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Terrence Murphy Director James C. Puderbach, Jr. Director Loretta Winters Director Executive Management Rahul Kachru President/CEO Donna Wilmerton Senior Vice President/COO ISSUE 2016.Q3 This is a publication of South Jersey Federal Credit Union For questions or concerns, please email [email protected]. To submit your story idea, recipe or publish a community event on our calendar, please email us at [email protected] 2 Ernest Huggard Vice President/CFO James Hartmann Vice President Lending David McDevitt Vice President IT Kenneth Barnshaw Vice President - Governmental Affairs & Community Relations Dear Members, Kids are out of school, vacation plans are set and buying a home and or a new car are high on the shopping list. The aroma of backyard BBQ is in the air and fireworks light up the sky. All of a sudden, the weekend traffic seems busier than the weekdays. Yes! It’s summer time! Whether it’s munching a hot dog at the ball park or just lying on the beach with a cold beverage, we all eagerly await this time of the year. As excited as we are for summer, let’s not forget to mention what a fabulous spring we had. In the past quarter our credit union has increased its membership by adding 1,119 new members -- ranging in age from 18 to 80. They all are now eligible to enjoy the excellent benefits offered by the credit union, including great promotional rates on all our loan products. Our promotion for new and refinanced auto loans was a runaway success. So much so, that we had to extend it an extra month in July. Not only did we help 300 plus members (and counting) in reducing their payments and saving them money, but also hundreds of those members benefited from having their first loan payment made by the credit union as well as all the other goodies that came with it. Our newly launched Credit Builder Loan has also been received very well, helping members in reestablishing or building a new credit profile. The Credit Union sponsored its first Reality Fair for kids at Mary E. Volz middle school in Runnemede, NJ. We plan to have many more such events in the coming months. It is a great way of teaching our youth about money management. We also hosted credit score seminars for members at the Mullica Hill and Deptford libraries. As always, we continue to be very involved in our giving back to the community. Most of you have noticed your credit union employees at events all over the Southern NJ region. Moorestown Day, Clayton Day, San Juan Bautista Parade in Camden, Annual Tri-State Conference, etc. are just a few to name. Our ongoing employee participation for charitable causes extended to the Crohn’s & Colitis foundation this past quarter. The following pages will give a detailed look at your credit union’s community and charitable journey through the last quarter. What can members look out for in the next quarter? Even though I have been told not to give out all the stellar surprises in store for the next quarter, I am willing to share a little secret on strict grounds that we all will keep it to ourselves. Ssshhh!! - Your credit union will be launching an extensive mortgage products promotion. For the first time members will be able to apply for a Home Equity Line of Credit as well as multi-term fixed and variable rate products. Enough said – Just stay tuned or don’t blame me for missing out. Finally some housekeeping – Don’t forget to take advantage of our yearly Skip A Pay program for all those who have yet to use it. Let’s all have a safe and fun summer. Don’t be shy of sharing some of those fun stories with us. “Servicing one member at a time…. welcoming one new member at a time, all the time”. Yours Truly, Rahul Kachru President and CEO 3 September Monday, July 4th Independence Day All branches closed Thursday, September 11th Patriot Day National Grandparents Day Tuesday, September 20th First Day of Fall Monday, September 5th Labor Day All branches closed Say Hello to the Sprint Credit Union Member Discount If you’re looking to save on your mobile bill, then it might be time to say hello to the Sprint Credit Union Member Discount! As a member of South Jersey Federal Credit Union, you can save on your wireless data each month! Ways to save: L MAKE L I W WE E July 31, 2016! R A C D Calendar M Y PA YOUR FIRS T A G E E IVE A FR E C E R or S NT August NT July Due to POPULAR DEMAND, this offer is EXTENDED UNTIL M Y PA Y HL E NT O M D LO W E R E E T AN AN R O L A R U OU Y G E S CLO U O W H EN Y T F I G S U ON B A + Loan O Individuals • Get a 10% discount on select regularly priced Sprint monthly data service • Valid in conjunction with other credit union and Sprint National handset and other promotions • Mention Corporate ID: NACUC_ZZM We’ll show you how easy it is to save money on your monthly auto loan payment. Stop in to Business Members • Get a 15% discount on select regularly priced Sprint monthly data service • Valid in conjunction with other credit union and Sprint National handset and other promotions • Whether you are looking to purchase a new or used car, SJFCU can Save You Money! cash back! Mention Corporate ID: NACUC_ZDS_ZZM We Guarantee to Lower Your Monthly Payment! Ways to get your discount: • Call 877.SAVE.4CU (877.728.3428) or • Visit your nearest Sprint store SJFCU WILL EITHER MAKE YOUR FIRST MONTH’S LOAN PAYMENT or GIVE YOU A FREE $100 GAS CARD!!! The choice is yours! And because we’re feeling extra generous, we’ll even give you a Surprise Gift when you close your loan. Let them know you’re a credit union member and mention the appropriate Corporate ID listed above. Start saving today with the Sprint Credit Union Member Discount. 4 or need a New Auto Loan to July 31, 2016 is/are responsible for any excess payment due. South Jersey FCU union guidelines for creditworthiness and loan-to-value. Offer may be withdrawn at any time at the discretion of the credit union. 5 SUMMER TRAVEL TIPS When you pack a suitcase, wrap your shoes in a shower cap. This will prevent the soles from touching your clean clothes. Call your us before traveling internationally so that you’re authorized for vacation purchases. The last thing you want is to be reported for suspicious activity and not have access to your money. To prevent bottles from leaking in your luggage, place plastic wrap over the container and then seal it with the cap. BARCELONA BAHAMAS PARIS IBIZA HAWAI NEW YORK When packing your suitcase, roll your clothes to save space and avoid wrinkled clothes. This is how many flight attendants pack. Roll up your belt and stick it inside your collard shirts to keep them clean and stiff. Store your loose cables/chargers in an old sunglasses case to keep everything in one place. Use a pill container to store and sort your jewelry. Especially good for earrings. You should probably stick some extra backs in there for good measure. Join Our Vacation Club! Start saving for your dream vacation whenever you Want Sign up for a Vacation Club any month you choose and decide how much you want to have when it’s time for vacation! Visit any SJCU branch and fill out an application. AND MORE TIPS... BE PREPARED 6 Make a list of the cards you’re taking on your trip and account numbers. Put the numbers into an electronic device you’ll be taking with you so you have the account numbers on hand to cancel should your card get stolen. CALL AHEAD Call SJFCU and tell us when and where you are traveling. Fraudulent charges can be identified more quickly and your legitimate purchases are less likely to be declined for security purposes. DIFFERENT WAYS TO PAY There are many apps available on mobile phones and other electronic devices that provide us with other ways to pay. With other ways to pay you can avoid having a lot of cash or credit cards with you to worry about. KEEP RECEIPTS Keep receipts for all of your credit card purchases so you can check and compare the amounts charged on your statement when you arrive home from your vacation. 7 Community News Donation to Support Ovarian Cancer Care Camden, NJ – (April 19, 2016) – South Jersey Federal Credit Union employees presented a check in the amount of $2,200 to representatives from the Cooper Foundation on behalf of the SJFCU employees’ “Charitable Journey” program. Employees raised $1,100, which was generously matched by the Credit Union, bringing the total donation to $2,200. The monies donated will assist the MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper in providing care to patients undergoing treatment for ovarian cancer. Pictured are, from left: Linda Laubach, Director of Marketing, SJFCU; Dr. David P. Warshal, Division Head, Gynecologic Oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper; Dr. Generosa Grana, Director, MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper; Camille Gadsden, Director of Accounting, SJFCU; Susan Bass Levin, President & CEO, The Cooper Foundation; Cindy Ford, Quality Control Specialist, SJFCU; Claire Davis, Director of Support Services, SJFCU; Kenneth Barnshaw, Vice President Governmental & Community Affairs, SJFCU SJFCU’s Continuing Support of San Juan Bautista SJFCU has been a long-time supporter of Parada San Juan Bautista’s scholarship program, which annually awards scholarships to Camden students of Puerto Rican heritage. This is SJFCU’s 9th year of a tenyear commitment to fund the scholarship. Pictured are, from left: Wanda Garcia, 2016 President, San Juan Bautista; Rahul Kachru, President/CEO, SJFCU; Ben Calaf, Fundraising Committee, San Juan Bautista A Dose of Reality for Eighth Graders South Jersey Federal Credit Union partnered with the New Jersey Credit Union League to bring a Financial Reality Fair to the 8th grade students of Mary E. Volz school in Runnemede. The Reality Fair was a unique opportunity for students to experience financial challenges they may face when they start life on their own. Students identified their career choice and starting salaries, then completed a budget sheet requiring them to live within their monthly salary while paying for basics such as housing, utilities, transportation, clothing, and food. As they went through the Fair, students stopped by tables to find a place to live, decide on transportation options, buy a cell phone plan, utilities, insurance, groceries, personal needs, fun activities and savings. Along the way there were many temptations for additional spending, and students learned to balance their wants and needs to stay within their income. After the students visited the various stations, students balanced their budget and sat down with a financial counsellor for review. SJFCU Helps Gloucester County Kids Have Fun This Summer South Jersey Federal Credit Union presented a check in the amount of $1,000 to representatives from the Gloucester County Parks and Recreation Department for sponsorship of the Children’s Summer Rec Program, which offers a number of programs during the summer for children at various locations throughout Gloucester County. Pictured are, from left: Chuck Rose, Director Gloucester County Parks and Recreation; Ken Barnshaw, Vice President Governmental and Community Affairs, SJFCU; Robert Damminger, Freeholder Director; Rahul Kachru, President/CEO SJFCU; Frank DiMarco, Freeholder. 8 9 Community News Supporting Continuing Education Pictured are, from left: Ken Barnshaw, Vice President Governmental and Community Affairs, SJFCU; Rahul Kachru, President/CEO SJFCU; Randee Davidson, Director Institutional Advancement, Rowan College at Gloucester County; Dr. Tom Keating, Rowan College at Gloucester County S an Juan Bautista 59th Annual Parade M oorestown Day C layton Day Earth Day T riumph Fair Crohns Walk 10 11 Community News MEMBER SPOTLIGHT W MEMBER SPOTLIGHT • HARRY CASSEL • e at South Jersey Federal Credit Union are very proud of our 76 year history of serving members and turning their relationships into timeless memories. Every now and then there is a memory that is meant to be shared with all. Today we are sharing once such memorable journey spanning over six decades – The Cassel family. It was the 50’s and the greater Camden area was booming with industry. SJFCU was already two decades into serving members when Mr. Harry Cassel Sr., a longshoreman, joined the credit union. For the next twenty odd years he conducted his basic financial needs with the credit union. Fast-forward to 1977– On a bright sunny afternoon on the 5th of July, Harry Cassel, Sr. walked into the Camden branch with his son, Harry Cassel Jr., who was following his dad’s footsteps as longshoreman. Harry, Jr. had come to SJFCU to become a member and apply for his very first car loan to buy a ’77 Cadillac. “I remember gas was 65 cents it took me a whole $13 to fill my car up”, commented Harry Jr. , Helping Harry, Jr. that day was Miss Veronica Mazza, a young lady who had just graduated high school and was at her very first job. Over the next four decades, Veronica got married, became Veronica Cowley and had three beautiful children. Harry, Jr’s five beautiful children grew into young adults and proud credit union members. A few years back Harry Jr. even got his grandson Harry IV, to join SJFCU also! Just recently, on another bright and sunny day this past June, Harry Jr. walked in to get his umpteenth auto loan (he’s a car lover)…. a brand spanking new GMC truck. And guess who helped him with his loan? That’s right, Veronica! “The same service, the same warmth and the same smiles, even the handshake feels the same“ commented Harry Jr. From Eisenhower to Obama, rotary phones to mobile phones, real clouds to virtual clouds…. we can go on and on about the many changes, but the one constant in the past six decades is the Cassel family’s immense loyalty to the credit union and the credit union’s dedication to serving members and their needs. While today the very first member of the Cassel family, Mr. Harry Cassel Sr., is a very dear memory to all of us, we are grateful for the legacy of credit union membership he instilled in his family. We want to thank the Cassel’s for their loyalty and promise them of continued great service for decades to come. And to all the other loyal members of the SJFCU family, let’s keep building memories, as we eagerly wait to share the next one. ? S • CHANDA BALDWIN • ometimes, life takes unexpected turns that impacts us in ways we never would have been able to foresee. We turn our Member Spotlight to Chanda Baldwin, a loyal member of the Credit Union for almost 10 years. In September of 2012, Chanda’s world was turned upside down when she suddenly lost her husband and was left to support her children alone. Due to the tragedy of their father’s passing, Chanda’s children were deeply affected and Chanda needed to leave her job to help them recover. Unfortunately, this resulted in her falling behind financially. With the help of her loved ones, she was able to get back on her feet and maintain a steady income. Upon returning to work, Chanda wanted to fix her credit and pay down her debt to improve her credit score. On March 14, 2016, Chanda visited her local Vineland branch to discuss her situation with Branch Manager Girlie Vasquez, and to inquire about how she could refinance her car loan, because the payments were difficult for her to afford. Girlie contacted VP of Lending, Jim Hartmann and explained Chanda’s situation. SJFCU was able to refinance Chanda’s car loan to a lower interest rate! “The Credit Union really helped me a lot,” Chanda says, “because I was paying a car loan with an interest rate that was too high for me.” “Jim and Girlie helped to lower my payment to something I could afford. This really took a burden off of my back,” Chanda explained, “Now, I’m able to manage my money better and pay back the creditors that I owed.” BE OUR NEXT STAR Each Quarter, we will feature a member who has a story to share about how SJFCU has positively impacted their life. Maybe it was something as simple as opening a Vacation Club and finally getting to take that trip of a lifetime. Or maybe it was getting that loan when other financial institutions turned you down. Whatever it is, we’d love to hear your story. Please send your story to: [email protected] 12 13 $500 SCHOLARSHIP We are Pleased to Announce our Jillian O’Rourke is a National Honor Society member at SCHOLARSHIP Apopka High School in Florida. In addition, she is also a member of the Social Studies, Art and English Honor Societies. She was her Lacrosse Team Captain and a member of her Senior Class Council. Jillian will attend Florida State University and plans to study Political Science and go on to Law School. AWARDS $1,000 SCHOLARSHIP Marquel Bridgers attended Pleasantville High School and was the editor of his yearbook, a member of the Varsity Track and Field team and captain of his Varsity Basketball team. Marquel is also a member of the National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta and Key Club. Marquel’s goal is to get his BA in Political Science and go on to Law School. He will be attending Atlantic County Community College in the fall. is a graduate of Absegami High School in Galloway. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society and Math Club. She is an American Red Cross Youth member with Disaster Services Certification. Savannah will attend Stockton University to pursue a degree in the medical field. SCHOLARSHIP Chris Masusock 14 Kristopher Morgenweck is a Savannah Ade $750 graduated Ocean City High School with Distinguished Honors, where he was on the Varsity Tennis team. Chris is headed to American University to study Accounting, and would like to eventually attend Law School. $250 SCHOLARSHIP $750 SCHOLARSHIP $500 SCHOLARSHIP Thomas John DeWitt attended Bishop Eustace High School. He was the Captain of the Bowling Team and on the Football team. TJ will study accounting at St. Joseph’s University and would like to become a CPA. graduate of St. Augustine Prep where he was a member of the National Honor Society and French Honor Society. Kris plays baseball, football and is a youth baseball coach. He is also an Eagle Scout, Troop Assistant and Senior Patrol Leader. Kris will be going to the University of the Sciences. $250 SCHOLARSHIP Sarah O’Donnell $250 graduated from Highland Regional High School and was a member of the National Honor Society, as well as the English, Science, History and Spanish Honor Societies. Sarah was on the Executive Board and belonged to the Interact Club. She will attend Messiah College in the fall to study Elementary and Special Education. SCHOLARSHIP Zachary Young was an Honor Roll student at Sterling High School and a member of the Spring and Winter Track Teams and the Junior Varsity Volleyball Team. He was an Officer of the HOSA Club for Future Health Professionals and will be attending Widener University to pursue a degree in Nursing. $250 SCHOLARSHIP Savannah Stichler was the Captain of GCIT’s Soccer Team and a member of the National Honor Society. She will study nursing at Neumann University and would like to be a pediatric oncology nurse. Pictured are, from left: Rahul Kachru, President/ CEO SJFCU; Chris Masusock, $750 Scholarship Winner; Thomas DeWitt, $500 Scholarship Winner; Jillian O’Rourke $500 Scholarship Winner; Zacahry Young $250 Scholarship Winner; Donna Wilmerton , Senior Vice President /COO SJFCU 15 3 Safety Tips for Summer Cookout Season Outdoor grilling goes hand-in-hand with relaxed summertime fun. So it’s easy to forget that even for the most skilled grill master, open flames pose serious fire hazards. Over half (57 percent) of grill fires on residential properties occur in the months of May, June, July, and August, according to data from the U.S. Fire Administration’s National Fire Incident Reporting System . Make sure your summer grilling doesn’t become another statistic. Here are a few grilling tips for keeping the flames under the burgers, where they belong: 1 Never leave a hot grill unattended. If you’re grilling out, there’s a good chance you’re hosting friends and family. So it’s worth saying: focus on safety before entertaining. Never leave your grill unattended, and always make sure the lid of a gas grill is open while igniting - the build-up of gas in a closed grill can cause an explosion. 2 Clean up grill after use. Once the food is cooked to perfection and your guests are raving about your grill skills, it’s time to get rid any food residue and highly-flammable grease. While the grill’s still warm, use a wire brush to scrub the cooking grid and wipe down the burners. If using a charcoal grill, allow the coals to cool completely, and then dispose of them in a metal trash can with a lid. Maintain your gas grill’s hoses. LP and natural gas grills caused an average of 7,200 home fires every year from 2007 to 2011, and leaks in propane gas hoses were the leading cause, according to the NFPA. Check for leaks annually by using this simple test from the CPSC: Open the gas supply valve, apply a 1:1 soap and water solution to the hose connection points, and then watch for bubbles. If you see some, you’ve got a leak. The CPSC also recommends routinely cleaning the tube that connects the control valve to the burner. Grease, as well as any insects making a home tube that connects the control valve to the burner. Grease, as well as any insects making a home there, can create a blockage that can cause the gas to burn outside of the tube. Simply use a pipe cleaner or wire to clean the tube. 4 Keep the grilling area clear of hazards. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends that before lighting your grill ensure it’s at least 10 feet away from your home, garage or any other building on your property. Keep it far from any flammable materials as well. That includes deck railings, eaves, overhanging branches, starter fluid and spare liquid propane gas containers. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 43 percent of the residential outdoor grill fires recorded from 2007 to 2011 started when a flammable or combustible gas or liquid ignited. With these precautions in mind, grab the hot dogs and corn-on-the-cob and start grilling some great summer memories. Also, be sure to let us know how you’ve served up grilling safety at your cook-outs. To learn more about Liberty Mutual Auto and Home Insurance or to get a free, no-obligation quote, call 856-227-7216 ext. 53334 or visit libertymutual.com/CherylSapp 16 17 Empanadillas Also known as pastelitos I GO GREEN Save Money + The Environment! When you switch from paper to eStatements, you’ll help reduce paper waste, which is one of the most effective ways to help the environment. Signing up for eStatements is quick and easy! Simply enroll yourself to eBanking, and you will automatically have access to your eStatements. To enroll in eBanking: 1.Go to our website: www.southjerseyfcu.com 2.Click on Services, then eBanking & ePay. 3.Click the Sign-Up button. 4.Agree to the Terms & Conditions and follow the guidelines. You will be asked to enter your Account Number and other personal information. 5.You are now successfully enrolled into eBanking! 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