News Releases

July 13, 2010
Local Food Drive Welcomes Donations to Help People & Pets: Capital Credit Union kicked off their 11th Annual Food Drive (June 16-July 23) with a lively night of fun at their 7th Annual Shopping Cart Races held on June 16, including partners and representatives from several area businesses and non-profit organizations.

Kimberly, WI — Donations of non-perishable food, personal hygiene and pet care items will be accepted at any of Capital's 12 locations in Kimberly, Little Chute, Kaukauna, Appleton, Greenville, Freedom, Neenah, and Oshkosh now through July 23 during Capital's 11th Annual Food Drive. This year's goal is to collect 2 TONS (4,000 pounds) of food and pet care items to benefit seven are food pantries and three local animal care associations:

• St. Joseph's Food Pantry ĞMenasha/Appleton/Greater Fox Cities area
• Hortonville Community Food Pantry - Hortonville/Greenville/Dale
• St. John's Food Pantry - Little Chute
• Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry - Kaukauna
• Freedom Food Pantry
• St. Martin's Food Pantry - Oshkosh
• Oshkosh Area Community Pantry
• Fox Valley Humane Association - Greater Fox Cities area
• Oshkosh Area Humane Society - Greater Oshkosh area
• Saving Paws Animal Rescue - Greater Fox Cities area

Capital's 7th Annual Shopping Cart Races kicked off the Food Drive on June 16 with plenty of good-natured fun and competition. Dressed in themed costumes, 12 teams of Capital employees and two teams from Larry's Piggly Wiggly stores raced up and down makeshift grocery aisles in the parking lot of Capital's Eisenhower Drive office in Kimberly. "The Tootsie Rollers" team from Capital's Little Chute office took first place in the Races, including Sara Dedering, Jennifer Hebbe, Darlene Laha, and Vickie Pynenberg. Best costume for the evening went to the "Hunger Stinks" team from Capital's Oshkosh office, with Michael Johnson, Shawn Mueller, Leah Vander Velden, and Michael Weeks. Every child was a winner in the Kiddie Shopping Cart Races for kids ages 4-8, as each participant took home a medal or a prize.

Larry's Piggly Wiggly and 95.9 KISS FM partnered with Capital for the Shopping Cart Races. Capital's President and CEO Alan Zierler was head referee for the night, DJ Dayton Kane from KISS FM emceed the event, and Piggly Wiggly's President Tom Verhagen supported his teams as a cheerleader and morale booster.

Capital's mascot, Maximillion, and Mr. Pig from Larry's Piggly Wiggly greeted participants and spectators alike. Several local media celebrities and representatives from area food pantries and animal care associations served as costume judges for the evening:

• Kathryn Bracho - News Anchor, WBAY TV 2
• Dan Flannery - The Post-Crescent, Executive Editor
• Chuck Lakefield - 94.3 FM, DJ and Radio Personality
• Toni - St. John's Food Pantry, Little Chute
• Shari Waldron - St. Joseph's Food Program, Menasha
• Jim Garon - Hortonville Food Pantry, Hortonville
• Steve Vickman - Oshkosh Area Community Pantry
• Sally Lamers - Fox Valley Humane Association
• Cheryl Rosenthal - Oshkosh Area Humane Society

Last year, Capital's members, employees, and community residents donated more than 4,000 pounds of items to the Food Drive, and the goal is to collect the same amount or more this year. Donations of the following items are being accepted from the public and may be dropped off at any of Capital's 12 locations, now through July 23 (please, no glass containers):

Non-perishable food - Peanut butter, rice, dried beans, crackers, canned fruits and vegetables, dry cereal, oatmeal, flour, macaroni and cheese, pasta, canned beef stew, boxed complete meals, soup, spaghetti sauce, sugar, tuna, paper products, and other non-perishable foods
Personal care products - Toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, soap, shampoo, and conditioner
Pet care items - Purina brand dog and cat food, pine chips (bedding), rabbit food pellets, cat litter, bleach, trash bags, liquid laundry detergent, and floor cleaner

The Shopping Cart Races and Food Drive are just two of the many ways Capital gives back to those in need. Capital Credit Union is proud to team up with area businesses in supporting area food pantries and animal care associations while offering a fun event to the communities they serve.

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July 13, 2010
Capital Credit Union Awards $7,000 in Scholarships to Area High School Students: Seven area high school students received scholarship awards during ceremonies at their schools.

Kimberly, WI — The seven winners, who were chosen from among 44 applicants, will each receive a $1,000 scholarship. Winners include the following graduating seniors from area high schools:

• Kyle Ashauer - Xavier High School, planning to attend University of Wisconsin-Madison
• Laura Frasetto - Little Chute High School, planning to attend University of Wisconsin-Green Bay or La Crosse
• Zachary Lamers - Kimberly High School, planning to attend University of Wisconsin-Platteville
• Amber Latimer - Fox Valley Lutheran High School, planning to attend University of Wisconsin-Fox Valley
• Kia M. Maki - Wrightstown High School, planning to attend University of Wisconsin-Stout for Human Development and Family Studies
• Jennifer N. Sjoquist - Hortonville High School, planning to attend University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
• Matthew Van Wychen - Freedom High School, planning to attend University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse

Capital's Scholarship Program is open to graduating high school seniors who are Capital members living in Outagamie, Calumet, Winnebago, or Brown counties planning to attend an accredited post-secondary institution. Winners were selected by a scholarship committee comprised of Capital employees and a Capital board member using a system that rates community involvement, leadership and scholastic achievement.

A strong supporter of education, Capital Credit Union is actively involved in promoting financial literacy and presenting programs in partnership with local school districts at the elementary and high school level. Alan Zierler, Capital's President and CEO is a firm believer in the benefits of education.

"Whether it's a two or four-year college, a strong education is an investment in the future," Zierler said. "It gives students a definite advantage as they enter the workforce and increases their chances of financial success," Zierler said.

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July 9, 2010
Capital Credit Union Hosts Blood Drive in July: The public is welcome and encouraged to donate during a blood drive for the Community Blood Center on Wednesday, July 14, 8-11 a.m. at Capital's 1010 Prospect St. office in Kimberly.

Kimberly, WI — Donating blood through the Community Blood Center helps boost the local blood supply. Anyone age 17 or older (16 with parental consent) interested in donating during the Blood Drive at Capital Credit Union can make an appointment by calling (920) 731-3195. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Donating blood is a safe, simple process. In addition to the age limit, donors must weigh at least 110 pounds, be in general good health, and bring a photo ID. Donors are encouraged to eat a regular meal and drink plenty of fluids prior to donating. The donation process takes approximately 45 minutes, including screening, actual blood donation, and a brief post-donation recovery time.

Patients need blood transfusions 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. There is no substitute for human blood. By donation to the Community Blood Center blood donors help save lives right here in Wisconsin!

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Headquartered in Kimberly, Wisconsin, Capital Credit Union (capitalcu.com) ) has assets of more than $381 million and serves more than 34,000 members with 12 offices located throughout the greater Fox Valley area, Greenville, Oshkosh and Freedom. Capital was rated among the top 10 percent of all U.S. credit unions in 2010, receiving a 5-Star Superior rating for their safety and soundness by BauerFinancial, Inc.