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Astoria Branch Jeff Parker , Branch Manager
	Wauna Federal Credit Union has partnered with the Pioneer House homeless shelter to assist the underserved members of our community during the holiday season. The Pioneer House needs holiday gifts for 11 children and 7 adults. They are also accepting donations of hygiene items, food and clothing. Donations can be dropped off at Wauna Federal Credit Union branches in Astoria and Warrenton. “The Pioneer House appreciates community commitment and desire to help their residents through the holiday season and thanks Wauna Federal Credit Union for their efforts,” Michelle Jacobs, Manager of Pioneer House.
	2006 LEKTRO INC. Grand Land Parade Participant at the 112th Astoria Regatta Festival held on August 12th. Jeff Parker and Wauna Federal employees were honored to participate in the tradition of Regatta, especially for "Clowning on the River" this years theme for the Astoria Clowns of the past, present and future.
Clatskanie Branch Brandi Page, Branch Manager
	Our Clatskanie Branch supports the 2007 Clatskanie Junior Tiger Tournaments. Events for the tournament include wrestling, basketball and girls fast pitch softball.
	Heritage Days is a great family event that brings the Clatskanie community together. Wauna Federal Credit Union was an official sponsor for Heritage Days 2007. We also sponsored the Gents Choice Award in the Clatskanie Cruisers Classic Car Show, the rock climbing wall, the family scavenger hunt and won 3rd place in our category in the parade.
	Turning Point assists low-income families with food and other basic needs, as well as crisis intervention and eviction prevention. Turning Point serves the community in many other capacities, including helping low-income families through the holiday season. Wauna Federal Credit Union works with Turning Point during each holiday season. Our Clatskanie branch has a “Tree of Giving” in the lobby. The tree ornaments have the age and interests of children in need. Members of the community can shop for a child in need and drop off the unwrapped gift at Turning Point. The Clatskanie branch also has a barrel in the lobby to collect food donations for special holiday meals.
St Helens Branch Paulett Sicilia, Branch Manager
	2007 St Helens Career Fair - This community event is a networking opportunity for people looking for their next career. We believe the financial health of the community mirrors the financial health of our credit union as members are owners. This year we met many people interested in learning, growing and enjoying a day of making new career contacts.
	For the month of March 2006, Wauna Federal Credit Unions’ St Helens branch was accepting donations of paper products for the St Helens Senior Center. To create a generous feeling among the public, Paulett Sicilia, Branch Manager offered a $100 drawing at the same time. The St Helens Senior Center received a huge response with over 40 packages of paper product from this donation drive. Paulett Sicilia continues her volunteer work with the senior center and many other community organizations. Dawn Johnson of Scappoose was the winner of the $100 drawing. “Congratulations to both the St Helens Senior Center and Dawn Johnson,” Paulett Sicilia, Branch Manager.
Vernonia Branch Pam Weller, Branch Manager
	August 2007 Vernonia Jamboree Sponsor and Participant Pam Weller was thrilled to contribute to all of the Jamboree events this year as your branch manager and a member of your community. WFCU sponsored the Vernonia Ridge Riders Horse Show, Nehalem Valley Speed and Beauty Car Show, the Vernonia Logging Show and partipated in the Jamboree Parade. The parade theme was "Remember When" and the Vernonia branch remembers when you had to bury your treasure. They think you should stash your cash at the credit union instead.
	On April 21, 2006, the Vernonia Senior Center held a 90th birthday party. Activities for their celebration included a special birthday luncheon, presentation of songs from two classes from Washington Grade School, gift bags with donations from business owners in the community, special handmade lap blankets for each one, and a time for honorees to remembering the and share their stories. Wauna Federal Credit Union's Vernonia branch was proud to be involved in this special event.
Warrenton Branch Karen Lempea, Branch Manager
	Wauna Federal Credit Union participated in the 2007 Warrenton 4th of July parade. This is a local family fun event that is a must see for area residents. We enjoy seeing our members as we pass out candy, beads and temporary tattoos.
	Wauna Federal Credit Union participated in the Warrenton 4th of July parade (2006) for the first time in a few years. This is a fun family event that everyone enjoys. We are committed to spending time with all of our current and prospective members.
All Five Branches
	More than 172 million credit union members around the world celebrated International Credit Union Day on Oct. 18, 2007, to commemorate the credit union movement’s history and achievements. In honor of this special day, Wauna Federal Credit Union invited the community to their five branches for cake, refreshments and prizes. Members of the credit union won 35 stainless mugs and $500 split between 8 winners in each branch. Internationally, credit unions are recognized as a force for positive economic and social change and have found great success in both industrialized and emerging nations. They are built on a one member/one vote model that provides members with a unique opportunity to experience democracy firsthand.
	The Columbia Enforcement Narcotics Team (CENT) is a multi-jurisdictional narcotic task force, which was established in the late 1980’s to conduct investigations of mid and upper level narcotics traffickers whose illegal enterprises have substantial effect on the citizens of Columbia County. CENT thanks Wauna Federal Credit Union for their generous donation. Wauna Federal Credit Union CEO and President, Bruce Mallory understands the direct effects drug trafficking and abuse has on the financial health of our communities. This donation shows community dedication and leadership of Wauna Federal Credit Union board of directors, employees, and members. We hope that other organizations will follow and help fight drugs in Columbia County.
	On June 1, 2006, Clatsop County Sheriff Tom Bergin accepted a $1,000 donation from Wauna Federal Credit Union for the Interagency Narcotics Task Force. “We’re local and what happens locally affects us greatly,” President and CEO Bruce Mallory said. “We feel obligated to step up to the bar and help.” The credit union sees the negative affects of drug use on the financial success of its members, Marketing Specialist Aimee McFadden said. The credit union challenges other businesses to make similar donations.