Veteran Ernie Delgado spent four years serving in the thick of Vietnam’s jungles as an infantry Marine. He fought courageously and carried the burden of leading his squad. Now, he’s a husband, grandfather, and member of the American Legion, where he and other veterans who share similar experiences connect and serve the community. “Never forget how you got your freedom, and how it’s maintained, and how it’s protected,” he said. “Someone’s got to pay for it.”

Vietnam veteran Frank Passarelli grew up with five Navy veterans in the family, his uncles, who had all served during World War II. During his own time in the Navy, he worked as a radioman on an assault troop carrier, facing constant danger and once surviving a deadly attack. Today, he continues to serve his fellow veterans and help civilians remember the cost of freedom through his role as Second Vice Commander at American Legion Huntington Beach Post 133.

October 20th is the 75th annual International Credit Union Day–and we can’t wait to hear what our members have to say! In fact, your experience could be worth an extra $100!

On average, it takes first responders five to ten minutes to arrive on the scene. A lot can happen in that time. Knowing basic first aid skills can save someone's life. That’s why we wanted to share some organizations helping teach these skills: