Episode Summary
Affinity Federal Credit Union presents the Wellbeing And Your Wallet podcast! In the twenty-third episode, expert hosts Shawn Lubitz and Grant Gallagher are joined by formally known Community Ambassador and now newly Member Development Officer Heather Murphy to discuss building community and Affinity’s recent Impact Day of service. Grant, Shawn and Heather kick-off the discussion by sharing their personal journeys with community service and recent experience volunteering during Impact Day where over 300 Affinity team members volunteered across multiple locations netting nearly 1,000 volunteer hours. Some additional topics included: Why giving back in-person mattersHow volunteering can improve your wellbeingHow to make community service a part of your life How you can give back using your skillsFollowing the main discussion, Grant pulled a submitted question from the member mailbag, and the team shared their responses: I have been a proud member of Affinity for several years now, and I’m inspired by the community involvement and volunteering initiatives that your organization is known for. I have always wanted to contribute, but I am not sure where to start. Are there specific volunteer opportunities, events, or programs that I can participate in?Finally, Grant concludes the discussion by highlighting Affinity’s award-winning SmartStart Savings account! Whether you’re saving an emergency fund, for a milestone purchase, or a dream vacation, Affinity is here to help you earn more toward your financial goals with this high-yield account.Just a reminder if you have a question or comment for a future Member Mailbag segment, please send it to @affinityfcu on Facebook or X/Twitter with #MemberMailbag.Rate, like, and subscribe for more from the Wellbeing and Your Wallet podcast. Visit www.affinityfcu.com for additional information about financial wellbeing and Affinity products.Thanks for listening and be well.