Spectra and the Community

Spectra Credit Union takes pride in investing in the dreams that help our members and communities succeed. For us, community support goes beyond business relationships. We also support the charities, voluntary organizations and community organizations that help make our communities strong. We believe that a strong community provides the foundation for the quality of life and positive environment that Saskatchewan people deserve. Cash donations, sponsorships, volunteer activities and service charge reductions are all part of giving back to our community. For Spectra Credit Union, investing in our community is both a responsibility and a privilege.

Spectra Credit Union supports many different events, groups and clubs within the communities that we serve. Each year we donate approximately $40,000 annually to local organizations.

Some of the local events and organizations that we have sponsored are:

• Non Profit Organizations ~ 4-H, Lions, Wildlife and Ducks Unlimited, Girl Guides, Rotary Club, Scouts, Welcome Wagon, Royal Canadian Legion, Humane Society, Knights of Columbus
• Community Events ~ Craft Shows, Fair and Parade, Community Calendars, Farmers Day, Showcase, Trade Shows, Rodeos
• Sporting Events and Tournaments ~ Hockey, Baseball, Golf, Soccer, Figure Skating, Volleyball, Archery, Bowling, Curling, Swimming
• Arts and Culture ~ Music Festival, Band Associations, Stars for Saskatchewan, Koncerts for Kids, Estevan Museum and Art Gallery
• Education and Learning ~ High School Grad Awards, Library Reading Program, School Yearbook, Coop Youth Camp, Vern Buck Scholarship
• Health and Wellness ~ Health Foundations, Hospital Programs, Nursing Homes, Meals on Wheels, Blood Donor Clinics

Spectra Credit Union will participate in initiatives which encourage the economic and social well-being of the communities in which we serve.

Approval Process

Requests for donations or sponsorships are reviewed under the following guidelines:

1. Is the event held, or will the money be spent, within our region?
2. Does it provide economic value or contribute to the social well-being of our region?
3. Does the event or donation provide positive and favorable marketing value? Does it reach our target audience?
4. Is the club or organization representing the region provincially or nationally?
5. Does the club or organization conduct or intend to conduct business with us? Is a current staff member actively involved in this club or organization?
6. Does the event fall under one of the following areas? Culture, Charity, Arts, Recreation, Education or Sports.
7. Is the donation being used toward a major capital project? Capital projects are authorized to 1% of the gross capital cost. It will not be used for operating costs of the project. Total dollar amount of capital expense must be given before a donation is considered.
8. Is the club or organization requesting donations larger than $1,000? Donation requests or Management recommendations in excess of $1,000 will be considered by the Board of Directors.

Exclusions

Donations or sponsorships will not be made to the following:

• Religious groups or organizations where the donation does not benefit the entire community
• Political groups, organizations or causes
• Individuals, with the exception of Co-op Youth Sponsorships and Grad awards

Requests for sponsorship should be made in writing at least one month before your organization needs assistance.

To apply, please provide the following information:

• Name, address and telephone number of your organization
• Name of contact person
• Purpose of the organization, its background, and the number of people you involve or assist
• Description of the program, activity or event, the amount of funding requested, and the numbers of people expected
• Your event's operating budget, including other sources of funding for your event
• Opportunities for recognizing Spectra Credit Union as a sponsor

Mail, fax or e-mail your written request to:

Or submit our Contact Form