People Helping People
Founded in 2003, the United Heritage Charity Foundation was developed as a 501(c)(3) to support projects and organizations within local communities. Benefiting local charities, including organizations focused on family and children, healthcare, education initiatives, human services as well as military and veteran assistance efforts, the Charity Foundation's top priority is contributing to deserving organizations that positively impact Central and East Texas to make a difference in people’s lives. United Heritage Charity Foundation epitomizes the credit union philosophy of "People Helping People," which is why each year we work with organizations who are striving to make our communities a better place to live, work and attend school.2022 Auto Raffle Winner
John D. was the winner of the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE. The winning ticket was randomly drawn on Saturday, September 10 at UHCU's Member Appreciation event at the Dell Diamond. John purchased the winning ticket at United Heritage Credit Union's Mopac branch location. Congratulations, John!
We've made some exciting changes to our donation process!
Donation Partnerships
In order to ensure our support has the best impact possible on our communities, the Charity Foundation has shifted our donation process to allow for at least four (4) annual donations to organizations with which we’re able to partner. This allows us to work side-by-side with organizations and provides an opportunity to tell more of the story behind each organization. We look forward to these new partnerships.
We’ll still continue to evaluate Donation Requests as possible partnerships or for smaller distributions based on our overall budget.
Our donation partner for the third quarter of 2022
SAFE Austin
This year, quarter 3 is focused on Education, Family & Children, with the belief that our children remain our greatest resource. The United Heritage Charity Foundation is partnering with The SAFE (Stop Abuse For Everyone) Alliance. As a long-standing and respected human services agency in Austin, SAFE Alliance was formed in 2015 as a merger between Austin Children's Shelter and SafePlace. The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors and helping to create a safe community through advocacy, education and prevention resources. During the months of July through September, the Charity Foundation will help them as they continue to provide free services to combat violence and abuse in the community.
Areas of Focus
To optimize our efforts, the Charity Foundation supports organizations whose focus includes one or more of a few specific areas outlined here:
Human Services
Focus Season: January - March
This area of focus incorporates a few very important initiatives such as assistance for the elderly, those with disabilities or mental health struggles, and many other community assistance programs.
Healthcare
Focus Season: April - June
Healthcare has been and will continue to be an important aspect of our culture. The Charity Foundation understands the impact that healthcare and medical research have on our communities.
Education
Focus Season: July - September
With a belief that our children remain our single greatest resource, the United Heritage Charity Foundation is a strong supporter of education initiatives for young people. By giving today’s youth every opportunity for success, our communities will grow and prosper.
Family & Children
Focus Season: July - September
The Charity Foundation believes that children are the key to our future and that family is the biggest influence in a child's life. Supporting these relationships whenever possible is very important.
Military & Veteran Assistance
Focus Season: October - December
The United Heritage Charity Foundation feels it is important to support our military and veterans in as many ways as possible to show our appreciation of their many sacrifices. This is also a nod to United Heritage Credit Union's history, as it originally started as a military credit union.