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Community Impact
Dayna Debernardi Watson Earns SESLOC Cares for Community Award for Decades of Service to Youth Causes
We’re partnering with News Channel 12 to honor nonprofit volunteers who make our community thrive. Each month, we’re choosing a different nonprofit and asking them to select a valuable volunteer to receive the SESLOC Cares for Community Award. We’re thrilled to introduce Dayna Debernardi Watson, a volunteer with Altrusa of the Central Coast.
Other Ways to Give Charitable Donations Throughout the Year
If you want to donate to a charity within your budget, have no fear. There are many ways to give, and you can always donate in other ways than cash.
Dr. Dan Chernow Earns SESLOC Cares for Community Award for Commitment to Education and Reading
We’re partnering with News Channel 12 to honor nonprofit volunteers who make our community thrive. Each month, we’re choosing a different nonprofit and asking them to select a valuable volunteer to receive the SESLOC Cares for Community Award. We’re thrilled to introduce Dr. Dan Chernow, a volunteer with the Boys & Girls Club of Mid Central Coast.
John Moore Earns SESLOC Cares for Community Award for Extraordinary Volunteer Work
We’re partnering with News Channel 12 to honor nonprofit volunteers who make our community thrive. Each month, we’re choosing a different nonprofit and asking them to select a valuable volunteer to receive the SESLOC Cares for Community Award. We’re thrilled to introduce John Moore, a volunteer with Sleep in Heavenly Peace.
SESLOC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
SESLOC is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15th to October 15th and the important contributions Hispanics and Latinos make to strengthen our community. To join in the celebration, check out some festive local celebrations planned for 2024.
Stacy Meko Earns SESLOC Cares for Community Award for 35 Years of Service to South County
We’re partnering with News Channel 12 to honor nonprofit volunteers who make our community thrive. Each month, we’re choosing a different nonprofit and asking them to select a valuable volunteer to receive the SESLOC Cares for Community Award. We’re thrilled to introduce Stacy Meko, a volunteer with the South County Youth Coalition.
Karen Cobb Earns Cares for Community Award for Food Bank Service
We’re partnering with News Channel 12 to honor nonprofit volunteers who make our community thrive. Each month, we’re choosing a different nonprofit and asking them to select a valuable volunteer to receive the SESLOC Cares for Community Award. We’re thrilled to introduce Karen Cobb, a volunteer with the Food Bank of Santa Barbara County.
Teena Colebrook Honored with SESLOC Cares for Community Award for Work With CAPSLO
We’re partnering with News Channel 12 to honor nonprofit volunteers who make our community thrive. Each month, we’re choosing a different nonprofit and asking them to select a valuable volunteer to receive the SESLOC Cares for Community Award. We’re thrilled to introduce Teen Colebrook, from CAPSLO.
Nico Calanchini, Blues General Manager, Named SESLOC Young Change Maker for Community Dedication
SESLOC Credit Union is proud to honor 25-year-old Nico Calanchini, general manager of the San Luis Obispo Blues, as a SESLOC Young Changemaker for his dedication to the Central Coast community.
Recent News
New Debt-to-Income Module Comes to SESLOC Online Banking
Get ahead of your finances in 2026 with our new Debt-to-Income credit monitoring tool, part of your Online Banking experience.
Ring in 2026 With These Seven NEW Local Rewards Businesses
Just in time for 2026, even more Local Rewards businesses have teamed up with SESLOC, earning you more points for your everyday shopping.
From Your CEO: Giving Back Over $225,000 to Expand School Budgets – Winter 2026
From all of us at SESLOC, we hope your holiday season was enjoyable and that you are looking forward to a prosperous 2026.
2025 in Review: Going Above and Beyond to Better Serve Member-Owners
SESLOC members saved more time, money, resources, or when out in the community. It’s a win-win! Here’s what we did together in 2025.
SESLOC Preferred Dealer Program Expands to Fresno County
Starting December 5, 2025, SESLOC is welcoming 15 new dealerships to the Preferred Dealer Program in Clovis, Fresno, and Selma.