Broadview in the Community
Together, we put compassion into action.
Broadview is committed to the philosophy of “people helping people” and we take pride in being an active and responsible member of our community. Through substantial financial investments and thousands of hours in volunteer time, we develop deep partnerships across our neighborhoods to serve and build the kind of community in which we all want to live.
Giving for Good
Giving never felt so good!
A donation of one dollar a month may not seem like much but imagine the impact if each Broadview member participated in the credit union’s Giving for Good program and donated $12 each year.
Through the support of our members and employees enrolled in Giving for Good, we’re able to build on our investments and provide quick assistance to organizations when they need it the most.
Seeking Support?
Broadview supports non-profits in our communities in a number of ways.
We focus on investments that create impact with opportunities to collaborate, share resources, and most importantly, become better partners.
Before requesting funding, please review eligibility and our areas of focus.
Scholarships
Broadview is granting a total of $149,500 in scholarships in 2024. Scholarships will be awarded to 87 students to support their talents and advance their quest for knowledge.
Students may apply for one or more scholarships, if eligible. Submissions are accepted until April 30 and winners will be notified by May 29. Best of luck to all the applicants!
Freight Farm
What is a Freight Farm?
It is a 40-foot hydroponic growing container that allows anyone, anywhere, at any time, to be a farmer. Broadview has been farming in these containers since 2018 and donating more than 20,000 heads of lettuce a year to local nonprofits to help the fight against hunger.
In addition to the Freight Farm we operate at our 700 Patroon Creek location in Albany, we have deployed Freight Farms to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area in Troy, the City Mission of Schenectady, and the Regional Food Bank of NENY to help them grow nutritious produce for the individuals they serve as well as sell the produce to provide revenue to fuel their respective missions.
Community Impact Report
In 2023, Broadview Federal Credit Union provided over $4.6 million in support to nonprofit organizations throughout the communities we serve in New York state.
The Community Impact Report highlights just a few of the many local nonprofits that make our corner of the world a better place.
We cannot do this alone with simply our credit union’s community support investments. Much thanks goes to all the generous members and employees who participate in the Giving for Good Program and our Broadview employees who tallied more than 13,000 volunteer hours during the year.
School Enrichment Program
Broadview offers incentives to our partner schools who previously participated in School Banking and new schools who are in our footprint.
NEW! Innovative Educator Grant, Innovative School Grant, and Classroom Enrichment Grant
Teachers have the chance to win $500 to help support students by providing classroom necessities, $1000 towards a project they are pursuing to enhance education in their classroom, or $2500 to support a project that benefits the school. For more information or to opt-in to the program, click the Contact Us button.
Meet the Team
Get to know the people who make Broadview in the Community such an unstoppable force for good.
Seeking Support
We support nonprofits so they're better equipped to fulfill their mission in the communities Broadview serves.
Why I Care
The Why I Care award celebrates people making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. See who won.
Learning Center
Learning Center
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