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:
April 5 – Amherst Walmart Branch – 85 NH 101A, Amherst, NH – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
April 19 – Lebanon Branch – 225 Mechanic St, Lebanon, NH – 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
April 19 – Franklin Branch – 886 Central St, Franklin, NH – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
May 17 – Keene Branch – 403 Winchester St, Keene, NH – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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
Friday, April 11, 2025 – PMAC Spring Fever for the Arts – Portsmouth, NH
Spring Fever for the Arts is a celebration and fundraiser benefiting the Portsmouth Music and Arts Center (PMAC). The event’s mission is to raise funds to provide quality arts education opportunities for everyone, regardless of age, ability, or economic status. Service Credit Union is proud to support this meaningful event, which will take place at Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club in Portsmouth.
Monday, April 21, 2025 – CU Kids at Heart Patient Partner for the 129th Boston Marathon – Boston, MA
Service Credit Union is proud to sponsor CU Kids at Heart runner Kevin Dobson, a New Hampshire State Trooper, and his patient partner, Isla Saunders, at the 129th Boston Marathon. As part of the Boston Children’s Hospital (BCH) Miles for Miracles Team, CU Kids at Heart runners train and compete to raise funds for BCH’s research initiatives. Runners are paired with Patient Partners who have received care at BCH, including Isla, the daughter of Service CU’s Heidi Saunders.
Overseas
Month of the Military Child – Various OS Branches
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 will also receive a t-shirt as a token of appreciation for their unique role in supporting our nation’s service members.
Sunday, April 27 – Thursday, May 1, 2025 – 69th Annual Americans Working Around the Globe (AWAG) Conference – Garmisch, Germany
The four-day event will offer seminars focused on leadership and professional development. As a diamond-level sponsor, Service Credit Union will offer networking opportunities, financial wellness classes, sensory sessions, and a financial workshop. Attendees will have the chance to learn from industry experts and expand their professional networks.
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
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.
MWR Valentines Bazaar – Rhine Ordnance Barracks
Hosted by Family & MWR, this three-day shopping event took place at Rhine Ordnance Barracks in Kaiserslautern, Germany. The bazaar offered visitors the opportunity to purchase European-based wares just in time for Valentine’s Day. Service CU engaged with shoppers through a spinning wheel, testing their financial knowledge.
BFit Challenge – Boston, MA
Service CU once again sponsored the Boston Bruins Foundation BFit Challenge at TD Garden, a one-of-a-kind event that invited members of the community to walk or run the steps of TD Garden to benefit first responders and military charities.
USO’s Lucky Charm Madness – Kleber Kaserne
Service Credit Union team members supported the USO’s Programs in a Box initiative, providing morale-boosting activities for geographically separated service members in Belgium, the Netherlands, the UK and Poland. This month’s Lucky Charm Madness theme included festive treats, bingo and prizes.
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
