#CashStuffing has quickly gained popularity on social media as people look for ways to adjust their spending to accommodate increasing prices at the gas pump and store shelves. Cash stuffing is basically a rebranding of the old tried and true method called the envelope system — take out cash at payday for discretionary purchases and divide it into dedicated envelopes for different spending categories, like gas, groceries, dining out, and so on.
While each retiree’s dream might be different, today’s senior citizen typically looks forward to making time for family, hobbies and travel. Today’s rapidly rising prices might cause seniors to put those dreams on hold. It’s understandable why seniors might feel anxious.
We’ve asked our incredible staff to nominate their favorite 501-(c)(3)-designated organizations. Here are the eight groups we’ve selected for April:
We’re pleased to announce our brand new Local Rewards program — a celebration of local businesses that make our beautiful community so special. We partner with local businesses, then reward our members for shopping there by boosting their rewards points when they use their SESLOC debit or Visa Signature Rewards credit card. Interested in partnering with us? Check out the most frequently asked questions from businesses below:
We’re pleased to announce our brand new Local Rewards program — a celebration of local businesses that make our beautiful community so special. We partner with local businesses, then reward our members for shopping there by boosting their rewards points when they use their SESLOC debit or Visa Signature Rewards credit card. Interested in partnering with us? Check out the most frequently asked questions from businesses below:
As we celebrate our 80th anniversary, we’re building a more sustainable community for the next 80 years by doing 80 local acts that have a global impact.
We’re thrilled to announce that Lompoc High School recently enrolled in EverFi’s Financial Scholars program. SESLOC is the proud sponsor of the program, which provides free, practical financial education to Central Coast high school students. The 7-module online curriculum covers topics like budgeting, credit, taxes, financing higher education, and more.
SESLOC Education Grants provide funding to support innovation and expand supplies at local K-12 schools. Here’s how a few teachers recently used grants to support their students’ return to the classroom:
According to the Federal Trade Commission, between July 2020 and June 2021, 96,000 reports of “Amazon impersonation” were filed. Six thousand of the targeted individuals lost money in the scam, with reported losses totaling more than $27 million. The real numbers are likely to be significantly higher, because not all instances of fraud and attempted fraud are reported.
SESLOC Spotlight highlights local organizations that make the Central Coast the best place to live. Today we’re shining the spotlight on Spokes, an organization dedicated to helping our local nonprofits succeed and fulfill their missions by providing access to resources and training workshops.
Friday, July 30 was the first I Love My Credit Union Day, where we asked you, our loyal members to tell us what makes SESLOC so special. We are humbled! Thank you for the kind and heartwarming messages left on Facebook, Instagram and on the wall in each branch.
Preparing for back-to-school season? Experts are predicting back-to-school spending to increase this year. Did you know you can redeem your SESLOC HomeFREE Checking™ debit card and Visa Signature® Rewards card points for gift cards and merchandise to get ready for the new school year? Check out the top 10 SESLOC Rewards for back to school season.
Members are already earning SESLOC Reward points on eligible debit and credit card purchases, redeemable for gift cards, travel experiences, merchandise and more. However, Level Up, our new Member Benefits Program, celebrates all that our members do with SESLOC.
Whether you prefer Santa Maria style tri tip, classic burgers and dogs, or veggie kabobs, you can redeem your SESLOC HomeFREE Checking™ debit card and Visa Signature® Rewards card points for gift cards and merchandise to plan your next backyard get-together. Check out the top 10 SESLOC Rewards for summer BBQs.
Shopping for Father’s Day gifts? SESLOC Rewards now offers more gift cards to popular retailers! You can redeem your SESLOC HomeFREE Checking™ debit card and Visa Signature® Rewards card points for a gift card to give, or to use towards that perfect gift! Check out the top 10 SESLOC Rewards for Father’s Day.