XDI is celebrating 30 years of serving Credit Unions in 2025!
We have always considered ourselves fortunate to be part of a community whose philosophy is “People Helping People,” and XDI has always endeavored to embody our own core value of “Giving Back.”
Over the years, we have worked with our Credit Union friends by creating charity-focused events like the Credit Union Chili Challenge and the Credit Union Cornhole Challenge, and during that time XDI has contributed over $200,000 to the causes close to your hearts. Just this year, XDI donated $25,000 to the fire relief efforts in Southern California.
In honor of this 30-year milestone, XDI would like to do something special that includes the Credit Union community.
That is why we are Celebrating 30 Years with 30 Acts of Kindness!
We have committed $30,000 to spotlight individuals and their causes from both the Credit Union Community as well as within XDI. During 2025, we are accepting submissions on xdi.com that highlight the efforts of an individual at your credit union who has dedicated themselves to furthering a charitable cause. This is a chance to recognize and reward that person who champions and drives these efforts. At the end of the submission period, XDI will award $1,000 each to 30 of the submitted entries.
We hope that you will all join us in Celebrating 30 Years with 30 Acts of Kindness!
submission showcase
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Billy Redd – Pacific Crest FCU
Klamath-Lake Counties Food Bank
The Klamath-Lake Counties Food Bank serves as a vital hub for distributing food in very large counties, made up of only 1.8 people per square mile. The rural, spread-out nature of the population means that many folks depend on each other and the social safety net to survive.
For over 5 years, Billy has donated funds personally and setup multiple Fire Relief food drives for the Food Bank. He has encouraged his fellow employees to give and now serves on the board – lending his marketing and business expertise to the organization.
He has also recently launched a campaign called MinusAMillion. His family’s goal is to give away a million dollars in their lifetime and encourage others to catch the generosity spark as well. The Klamath-Lake Counties Food Bank is at the top of his list of charities that have a very large impact.
Klamath Lake Counties Food Bank
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Greg Hancock – XDI
Feed My Starving Children
FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN recruits kids and adults to hand-pack nutritious MannaPack meals specifically designed to assist in reversing and preventing undernutrition. Volunteering occurs at permanent and temporary sites. They host over 235 events each year around the country, with over 1,162,000 volunteers annually.
Our family has been volunteering for FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN for many years. Within 2 hours, our group of approximately 100 people packaged over 31,000 meals. The grand total over the course of the weekend was over 187,000 meals.
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Carrie Fletcher – XDI
Saving One Life
I am a foster for a never-kill rescue, Saving One Life. We take in kittens and get them healthy, altered, vaccinated and social. I have been fostering for them for about 4 years now.
It is completely volunteer-based, and you may have heard of the rescue as we are the ones that put the kitties in the Petsmarts.
The rescue does not have a shelter; it is completely foster-based. We have volunteers that do other things as well. Some keep the supplies at their homes for us, some create the social media, some take care of the centers that are inside Petsmart, etc.
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Bailey Germain – City & County Credit Union
Why I Am – Hope and Rescue Foundation
Why I Am is an organization that serves and uplifts youth and young people, breaking the cycle of hopelessness and youth incarceration, while building a brighter future for the next generation. The non-profit is delivering community-based resources and experiences to underserved youth and young adults ages 12-24. They aim to empower and inspire their mentees, guiding them to overcome life’s challenges through self-discovery.
As the VP of Brand & Retail, most of Bailey’s day is spent in calls & meetings supporting her team members & driving strategy for our marketing initiatives, branch operations & credit union. For most people, it’s easy to get caught up in the mundane and forget our founding philosophy “People helping People” – but not for Bailey. Whether she is following up on a Google review or contacting an upset member to hear their feedback & find ways to help, Bailey truly lives out the credit union philosophy of people helping people.
When working with one of our business members, Why I Am, Bailey has been a champion of sharing their message. Whether she is coordinating with her team to host a free financial education workshop for their youth mentees, helping with troubleshooting their Quickbooks issues during tax season, or working to feature Why I Am in our marketing & social channels, Bailey truly looks to uplift our members – especially ones that are making an impact in our community.
Why I Am — Hope & Rescue Foundation
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Jacob Rose – TAPCO Credit Union
Community In Schools – Tacoma
Jacob Rose exemplifies the credit union spirit of “People Helping People” through his deep commitment to Communities In Schools of Tacoma. As a board member, he has played a vital role in expanding the organization’s reach, awareness, and impact. His leadership has translated into increased visibility and tangible support for the students who need it most.
Jacob’s partnership with CIS Tacoma helps facilitate annual school supply and winter coat drives at TAPCO Credit Union branches, directly benefitting hundreds of Tacoma students. By leveraging his marketing expertise and personal network, he has brought new energy and community engagement to the organization. This year, the annual fundraising luncheon saw record-breaking ticket sales—an achievement supported by Jacob’s promotional efforts and his help in expanding community outreach.
Jacob’s work doesn’t stop at planning—he shows up. Whether it’s sorting coats for kids, purchasing supplies with his own funds, spreading the word on social media, or guiding strategic conversations at board meetings, Jacob leads with heart and purpose. He truly embodies what it means to give back, and his efforts continue to change lives across Tacoma.
Communities In Schools of Tacoma
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Lynn Huether – Class Act
PanCan PurpleStride
We have participated in the PurpleStride Walk fundraiser for the past couple of years after learning that our fearless leader, Lynn Huether, has pancreatic cancer. We fundraise with hot dog cookouts, jeans day for a dollar, auctions and any other way we can find.
You can donate by going to pancan.org, click on Donate > Donate to a Team > and type in “Class Act” for the team name to find us. Thank you!
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Ernesto Flores – Camino FCU
Eastmont Community Center
I’m a board member at this great organization that provides services to the less fortunate in the East LA area. Most individuals are in dire need of immigration services, food, job preparedness, child care, tax services etc. The Eastmont Community Center does all these things for them and more. They have been honored by the state as one of the best non profits in California.
I am extremely proud of being affiliated with them and I hope you will help support them.
www.eastmontcommunitycenter.org
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Adam Huskamp – 1st Mid America CU
American Cancer Society
Adam has been involved in volunteering for the American Cancer Society for over a decade. He is currently on the Riverbend Relay for Life Committee as a Team Captain. Each year, we plan our Relay which involves a Survivor dinner and the Relay itself. At the survivor dinner, Cancer Survivors are invited to bring one caregiver to enjoy a free meal provided by Relay For Life of Riverbend. The Riverbend relay for life has proudly raised over $15,000 a year for the past 10 years. Adam is there the day of the event each year helping setup, helping survivors and other volunteers throughout the event, and then help clean up after the event.
About 5 years ago, Adam started to volunteer at the local Metro East Farm to Table fundraising event for American Cancer Society. This is an event where local restaurants donate time and dishes to the event while guests donate to enter the event and try the samplings. Adam serves on the planning committee and participates in monthly planning meetings leading up to the event. On the day of the event, Adam leads the other volunteers and coordinates the logistics of the event throughout the day (setup, during the event, cleanup, etc.).
In addition to his time with American Cancer Society, Adam is one of the top volunteers for our Credit Union’s Mad City initiative. Our CU works with local schools by going to multiple classes and providing a ‘Real World’ simulation where students have to go through budgeting, financing and unexpected life events. This helps them understand real life budgeting skills they will need for once they graduate.
Adam is a vital force in our community when it comes to volunteering his time and energy to multiple worthy causes.
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Amanda Metichecchia – Mid-Hudson Valley FCU
Kingston Kiwanis Club
Amanda Metichecchia has been a member of the Kingston Kiwanis Club for many years. This club is focused on serving children and improving our local community. There are many fundraisers throughout the year.
Amanda has been very active in this club, most recently leading the 2025 Kiwanis Kingston Classic. This is a 1.5 mile, 5K & 10K race that is held every year. This a very large undertaking that involves sponsors, volunteers and participants to make this event successful.
With Amanda leading this fundraiser, the race was a success and a substantial amount of money was raised to help children and our local community.
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Jessica Fox – Mid-Hudson Valey CU
TWLOHR – Between the Bells
Jessica is an avid supporter of TWLOHA (To Write Love on Her Arms). Recently, she showed her support by using her own funds to purchase shirts (with proceeds benefiting TWLOHA) for each member of her department. She encouraged them to each pick a shirt that was most meaningful to them. They chose uplifting shirts, suicide awareness shirts, self-love and kindness shirts. It was truly amazing to see what was most important to them each. It also opened amazing conversations about mental health and support.
Outside of that, Jessica reached out to a local school and explained the Between the Bells program, and provided an application for the school to apply for the grant. The request was raised to the principal, who immediately applied for the grant.
Between the Bells is a week-long interactive mental health literacy curriculum designed for high school students. It fosters open conversations about mental health, equips students with coping and resilience skills, and reduces stigma through daily activities, family resources, and access to additional educator training. Since 2019, TWLOHA served over 200,000 students at nearly 300 schools across the nation. Jessica worked with a local high school in Westchester, NY to make them aware of this amazing program, and the high school applied!
A few weeks later the principal was notified that the school was a grant recipient! Jessica volunteered to help roll out the program to the students, beginning with over 400 students. The program will provide high school students tools and resources to navigate the stress and difficulty of their teenage years, and beyond. She is also currently working on a program to contact our other local high schools to encourage them to apply for this amazing program!
Jessica’s choice to create awareness at a local high school will have long lasting impact of the lives of all students involved.
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Kevin Scott – Las Colinas FCU
Metrocrest Services
Metrocrest Services specializes in helping families and seniors who are going through a crisis situation stabilize their lives for a brighter future. They offer a wide range of services including emergency financial assistance, financial coaching and education, a food pantry, employment coaching and job readiness, senior services to help seniors age in place, and seasonal programs focused on children including providing holiday gifts and meals for the summer.
We’d like to nominate Mr. Kevin Scott! He assists with their meal delivery program and with stocking some of their other locations.
He has inspired several others in our organization to volunteer at metrocrest!
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Susan Horner – Mid-Hudson Valley FCU
Rebound Hounds
Susan Horner is not only a talented and creative graphic designer in MHV’s Marketing Team, she’s also a compassionate advocate for animal welfare. At work, she’s known for her innovative designs and ability to bring concepts to life with artistry and strategic vision.
Beyond her professional life, Sue dedicates much of her time to Rebound Hounds, a nonprofit organization committed to rescuing and rehoming dogs in need. As a foster volunteer, she has cared for as many as seven dogs at a time, treating each one like family. Her unwavering commitment ensures that these animals receive love, stability, and the attention they need before finding their forever homes.
Rebound Hounds has saved thousands of dogs since its founding in 2010, believing that every dog deserves a second chance. More information can be found via their website, https://www.reboundhounds.org/, or by contacting them at reboundhounds@gmail.com.
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Prentice Sanderson – APCI FCU
MSAA – Multiple Sclerosis Association of America
Prentice is first and foremost a good person. He is a great manager here at the credit union: creative, respected, and compassionate. Volunteerism and service to others is at his core being.
In addition to leading (our sponsor) Air Products’ Black Employee Resource Group (BERG) on a monthly basis, Prentice volunteers as a coach to his kids’ sports teams each season, he is currently on the Board of the Northeast Bethlehem Raiders Athletic Association, and he volunteers for the credit union itself, after hours and on weekends, during marketing events such as minor league baseball or hockey games. If he is not helping plan the event, then in many cases, Prentice is most likely to the first one to arrive and the last one to leave; that’s how dedicated he is!
In addition to these efforts, Prentice supports the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America.
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Cherie Fitzgerald – Mid-Hudson Valley FCU
Kingdom Way 7v7
I manage a 15u & 18u old 7-v-7 youth Football program consisting of 37 athletes. We travel up & down the east coast to different tournaments giving these 15-18 yr olds an opportunity to stay off the streets and be active. The majority of these young athletes are seeking to go off to college to play Football.
Not only do I schedule all tournaments, I am also the Team Mom. I make sure all boys have room and board; transportation and I am on the field with them during games ensuring they stay hydrated and assist with any injuries. I truly love sports and being able to volunteer my time to give back to the community and our athletes it truly what makes this program worth my time.
Not only are we a football team but we give back to our community this summer we are having a back to school book bag drive, hosting our own 7-v-7 tournament in New Rochelle, NY on May 31st.
7v7 Program | Kingdom Way Training
