Community
YES to local community involvement and non-profit partnerships
-Serving our members, employees, and communities in the Flathead Valley and Missoula
-The innovative Park Side Partner Program, building an unparalleled network of cooperation
-A strategic approach to philanthropy, giving and serving here in western Montana
-Supporting local businesses with our Park Side Pays campaign
-Park Side Charitable Foundation, expanding our community investment
Partner Program
Park Side Partner Program!
Park Side Credit Union supports a multitude of causes, but each year we choose to work very closely with three non-profit organizations in both Missoula and the Flathead Valley. We select these official “Partners” with the help of a staff committee and offer each of them a significant donation, employee volunteer groups, cross-promotion, and shared advertising in order to increase their exposure in our communities. It is a great example of strategic philanthropy and the credit union difference. Our positive impact is compounded every year and we are creating an unparalleled network of cooperation. It’s unique, it’s progressive; it’s the Park Side Partner Program.
Park Side Pays
#ParkSidePays
- We pay for purchases
- We support local businesses
- We Make Banking Fun – it PAYS to be a member
Random acts of kindness prove to be one of the best ways to engage our members in the community. We attend local events such as Farmers’ Markets and get involved in larger initiatives including Small Business Saturday by taking a group of credit union staff on-site to reward people by paying for their purchases.
We advertise this campaign mostly through social media avenues (Facebook/Instagram) and often surprise shoppers and businesses, showing up unexpectedly with a hefty load of goodwill in our pockets. It’s always entertaining, extremely gratifying, and it’s just who we are.
Foundation
Park Side Charitable Foundation
- POWERFUL, POSITIVE IMPACT!
- Established in 2021
- Independent 501(c)3 nonprofit organization
- Mission: To engage more members and build stronger communities
- Funding community projects in the Flathead Valley and Missoula
- Email pscharitable@parksidefcu.com for more information
2024 DONATIONS:
2024 FUNDRAISING PROJECTS:
RUN WILD 2024 – a 5K and 1-mile fun run and food truck festival to benefit Columbia Falls Junior High School family and consumer sciences (FCS) classroom and purchase new appliances (ovens, stoves, microwaves) for the students. Also, benefitting Ravenwood Outdoor Learning Center, Boys & Girls Club of Glacier Country and Land to Hand.
2023 FUNDRAISING PROJECTS:
When you buy a bottle of Park Side Partner Edition wine from MontaVino Winery in downtown Kalispell, you help support local nonprofits. For each bottle purchased, we donate $5 to their wonderful efforts. Kick back and enjoy your tasty vino with double the satisfaction!
These special edition bottles feature a hang tag which includes more details about the Park Side Partner Program. They are thoughtful gifts to give and a unique way to share the love of community with others. Bring one to your next summer patio party and help us spread the good word!
Donation Policy
Park Side Credit Union is committed to investing in our communities and in every organization that successfully represents and serves our diverse membership. Our donation policy is focused on the desire to assist the youth and the underserved residents of western Montana, and specifically 501(c)3 nonprofits. For more community news and events follow us on Facebook and Instagram!
Please send any requests to marketing@parksidefcu.com and include organization/event information and sponsorship materials. Thank you!
Scholarship Program
Park Side Credit Union Scholarship Program
- The Park Side Credit Union Scholarship Program awards several local high school students each year with $1,000 to passionately pursue their purpose and make a difference in the world.
- Over 30 students have been recognized since inception and we look forward to encouraging the limitless potential of the young adults who are paving the way for the future.
- *Application available again in February 2025