Community
Come Join Us at These Upcoming EventsAt Service Credit Union, our mission is doing what is right for our members by: improving financial well-being, supporting the communities we serve and creating value and enduring relationships. We partner with local and national organizations that have a meaningful impact, supporting their causes both domestically and overseas.
Shred Days
Visit one of our Shred Days to keep yourself secure by destroying sensitive documents, compliments of Service Credit Union. Pull right up to the large shred truck in the parking lot to dispose of your unwanted, private documents.
Acceptable Items: Papers, folders, file folders, paper clips and staples.
Not Acceptable: Hard drives, binder rings, hanging file folders, pens, batteries, cell phones, laptops, floppy discs, CDs, and biodegradable or explosive material.
Join us for these upcoming Shred Days:
May 31 – Portsmouth Walmart Branch – 2450 Lafayette Rd, Portsmouth, NH – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
May 31 – Berlin Branch – 200 Coos St, Berlin, NH – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
June 14 – Pease Branch – 14 Manchester Square, Suite 190, Portsmouth, NH – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
June 14 – Falmouth Branch – 199 Worcester Court, Falmouth, MA – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
June 14 – Hampton Branch – 887 Lafayette Rd, Hampton, NH – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
June 21 – Concord Branch – 8 Merchants Way, Concord, NH – 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
August 23 – Amherst Walmart Branch – 85 NH 101A, Amherst, NH – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
October 18 – Franklin Branch – 886 Central St, Franklin, NH – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Upcoming Events
Stateside
Saturday, May 10, 2025 – Great Bay Food Truck Festival – Stratham, NH
Service CU returns as the presenting sponsor of the Great Bay Food Truck Festival on May 10 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Stratham Hill Park. Hosted by the Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce and Stratham Parks and Recreation, the day will feature 20+ food trucks, live music and entertainment for the whole family.
Saturday, May 10, 2025 – Choose Franklin Community Day – Franklin, NH
The 21st Annual Choose Franklin Community Day is back, and Service CU is proud to be the event sponsor. From 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., guests to Odell Park can see what all the great businesses, non-profits and crafters in the community have to offer.
Overseas
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 – Landstuhl Fisher House Spring Cleanup and Donation
Service Credit Union proudly supports the Fisher House in Landstuhl, donating funds to support the daily operations of these vital facilities. The Fisher Houses provide a “home away from home” for families of military personnel stationed in Europe at no cost, offering essential comfort during urgent medical situations. 14 Service CU staff members will volunteer to enhance and clean up the grounds around both houses for a day, demonstrating our commitment to their important cause.
Friday, May 16, 2025 – Mind & Body Connection Day – Spangdahlem Air Base
This event aims to raise awareness of the mind-body connection for members of the Spangdahlem Air Base community. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn effective coping strategies and connect with a variety of base resources. Activities will include bingo, yoga, stress management classes and more. Service CU will also be present, hosting sessions on personal journaling to support financial wellness.
Special Offers
Children’s Museum of NH Military Appreciation Program
Service CU is proud to be the Military Appreciation Program sponsor for The Children’s Museum of New Hampshire. From now until Armed Forces Day, U.S. veterans and active military, and their families, will receive a 50% discount on admission to the museum.
During the summer months, between Armed Forces Day and Labor Day, they will receive free admission.
To learn more about The Children’s Museum of NH, click here.
Recent Events
Month of the Military Child – OS Military Wide
April is recognized as the Month of the Military Child, a time to celebrate the strength, resilience and sacrifices of children in military families. To honor them, various military branches will host outdoor community events featuring fun activities and special giveaways. Military children also received a t-shirt as a token of appreciation for their unique role in supporting our nation’s service members.
Americans Working Around the Globe (AWAG) Annual Seminar – Garmisch
The four-day event offered seminars focused on leadership and professional development. As a diamond-level sponsor, Service Credit Union offered networking opportunities, financial wellness classes, community feedback sessions, and a financial workshop. Attendees had the chance to learn from industry experts and expand their professional networks.
PMAC Spring Fever for the Arts – Portsmouth, NH
A celebration and fundraiser for the Portsmouth Music and Arts Center (PMAC), the mission of Spring Fever for the Arts is to raise money to offer quality arts education opportunities to all, regardless of age, ability or economic status. Service CU was proud to support this event.
Southern NH Healthy KidsFest – Nashua, NH
The Southern NH Healthy KidsFest was held at Nashua’s YMCA Westwood Park. The fun-filled day featured games, live performances and music, a ninja course, touch-a-truck, and more. The event was free and open to the public, drawing families from across the region for a day of active, healthy fun.
Spring Festivals and Eggstravaganzas – OS Military Wide
This year, we proudly supported a variety of spring-themed events across the overseas U.S. military community in Germany. These festive gatherings brought families together for fun and connection, featuring activities like egg hunts, carnival-style games, delicious food, lively music, and more. It was a joy to celebrate the spring season alongside our military families and help create memorable moments for all ages.
Darthmouth Health Children’s Battle of the Badges Hockey Championship – Manchester, NH
Dartmouth Health Children’s proudly hosted the 17th Annual Battle of the Badges Hockey Championship, presented by Service Credit Union. Firefighters, police officers and other first responders from across New Hampshire came together for an incredible competition — both on and off the ice — in support of the kids and families at Dartmouth Health Children’s. The afternoon raised more than $265,000, bringing the 17-year total to over $3 million.
American Red Cross Baby Expo – Stuttgart, Germany
Service CU proudly sponsored the Red Cross Baby Expo, which featured presentations from both military and local organizations on topics such as hospital deliveries, CPR and the importance of emergency preparedness. Service CU staff handed out DeCA gift cards and diaper kits to attendees.
MWR Spring Bazaar – Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Germany
Family & MWR hosted a three-day shopping event at Rhine Ordnance Barracks in Kaiserslautern, Germany. The bazaar offered attendees the opportunity to explore and purchase unique European goods. Service Credit Union engaged with shoppers through an interactive spinning wheel, testing their financial knowledge in a fun and engaging way.
Steel Chef Challenge – Manchester, NH
The New Hampshire Food Bank’s Steel Chef Challenge, presented by Service Credit Union, made its triumphant return with celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson. Over 650 guests enjoyed an exciting live competition for culinary supremacy, all while savoring a gourmet dinner curated by Chef Samuelsson and his team. The event raised support for the NH Food Bank and its vital programming.
Special Olympics NH Penguin Plunge – Hampton, NH
Service CU sponsored the 26th annual Special Olympics NH Penguin Plunge at Hampton Beach. This year’s theme was Alice in Wonderland, and the day featured music, food and fun all while plungers braved the cold water to raise funds for Special Olympics NH.
Branch Collection Drives
Service CU is always striving to give back to the communities we serve, and one way we support our friends and neighbors is through collection drives at our branches. In 2024, Service CU branches hosted more than 50 collection drives, spent over $13,000 on wish list items and with our members’ help, donated more than 10,000 items to nonprofits in need.
All year long Service CU branches will select local nonprofits in their community and organize a collection drive of their most needed items. Click here to learn more.
Organizations We Support
