We’ve asked our incredible staff to nominate their favorite 501-(c)(3)-designated organizations. Here are the eight groups we’ve selected for March:
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SESLOC Supports
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Financial Scholars Completed 1,585 Hours of Learning During the 2020-2021 School Year
The Financial Scholars program proved to be a valuable addition to teachers’ lesson plans as the COVID-19 pandemic continued to disrupt the 2020-2021 school year, forcing classrooms to juggle remote, in-person, and hybrid learning.
Thank You for Joining Us in Support of Childhood Literacy
We recently partnered with KSBY News to support childhood literacy with the “If You Give a Child a Book…” campaign, and together, we raised over $41,000!
Thank You For Supporting Our Local Food Banks!
SESLOC hosted a fundraiser for local food banks in May for the second year in a row. SESLOC, employees, and members raised over $14,000 combined for the SLO Food Bank and Food Bank of Santa Barbara County. Each dollar donated buys enough food for 8 meals, thanks to the Food Banks’ network of partners.
SESLOC “Gives Joy” This Holiday Season
The holidays look a little different this year, which is why we recently held a fundraiser in our branches and online in support of the Family Care Network. This local nonprofit supports children and youth in foster care, as well as families struggling with homelessness and unhealed trauma in San Luis Obispo and Northern Santa Barbara Counties this holiday season.
SESLOC Supports the Jack Ready Imagination Park
During the month of August, we hosted a fundraiser for Jack’s Helping Hand, a local nonprofit that supports special needs children and their families. Together, SESLOC members and employees raised over $4,000 in support of the Jack Ready Imagination Park. We are thankful to those who could donate, especially during this concerning time.
More Than 460 Students Complete the Financial Scholars Program During the 2019-2020 School Year
SESLOC is the proud sponsor of EverFi’s Financial Scholars program, which provides financial education for Central Coast high school students. During the 2019-2020 school year, the COVID-19 pandemic drove an unprecedented level of school closures, especially on the Central Coast. SESLOC Financial Scholars proved to be a valuable supplement to teachers’ remote learning plans.
SESLOC Supports Local Food Banks
Now more than ever, our neighbors are relying on the support of our local food banks for access to wholesome nutrition. Even prior to the current COVID and economic crisis, 1 in 6 people in SLO County and 1 in 4 in Santa Barbara County struggled with food insecurity. Many of those in need are seniors and children.
SESLOC Resources Supporting Teachers
SESLOC’s roots are in education, which is why we’re committed to celebrating local teachers by offering unique resources and financial services tailored to their needs.
SESLOC Spotlight: Food Bank of Santa Barbara County
SESLOC Spotlight highlights local organizations that make the Central Coast the best place to live. Today we’re shining the spotlight on the Food Bank of Santa Barbara County. 1 in 4 people in Santa Barbara County struggle with food insecurity — many of them are children. Laurel Alcantar, Development Manager, tells us how the nonprofit has supported our community for almost 40 years.
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SESLOC Earns Fourth “Best of the Best” Award in Five Years
For the fourth time in five years, SESLOC has been recognized by the leading member experience solution company as one of the top credit unions for customer experience in the United States
SESLOC Celebrates $50,000 in Save to Win Prizes to Members
We’re celebrating a major milestone in helping our members achieve their financial goals. Since launching the 12-month Save to Win Share Certificate¹ in November 2019, nearly 800 SESLOC members have won a combined $50,000 by opening an account with at least $25!
SESLOC Earns Third Consecutive SLO County Family-Friendly Workplace Award
For the third consecutive year, SESLOC is recognized as one of the best workplaces for families! We’re proud to announce our BLUE Diamond award from San Luis Obispo County Family-Friendly Workplaces for creating a family-friendly culture for all of our employees.
The NEW SESLOC Rewards: Shop, Earn Points and Get Rewarded
The new online home of SESLOC Rewards launched on January 23, 2025, giving you even more tools to track the points earned from your everyday spending. You won’t have to re-register for site access – use your current username and password to get started.