UMeHelps

UMeHelps is UMe Credit Union’s commitment to giving back. Through local partnerships, donation drives, fundraisers, and awareness campaigns, we proudly support charities, schools, and initiatives that uplift Burbank—and invite our members to join us in making a difference. U+Me. Together we are better, together we are UMe!

about us

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Superman... Batman... Wonder Woman... What does UMe have in common with these superheroes??

While we don’t actually have superpowers (or excessive spandex), we did create UMeHelps—a community-driven initiative that empowers our members and the Burbank community to make a meaningful impact.

Through UMeHelps, we support local organizations by hosting food and toy drives, organizing fundraising efforts, and shining a light on programs that need a little extra love from their neighbors. From creating opportunities to help families in need to rallying our community around important causes, UMeHelps embodies what it means to give back together… U+Me.

Want to join in and make a difference? Follow us on social media or explore our blog to learn about upcoming events and ways to get involved. Together, we can keep building a stronger, more connected community!

Here's what we accomplished in 2024:

  • We provided
    $20,841

    to the Burbank Unified School District in support.

  • We donated
    $12,229

    to local community organizations, including Leadership Burbank, Kiwanis Club of Burbank, HomeAgain LA and more.

  • We awarded
    $5,000

    in scholarship funds to Burbank students through our UMe Super Awesome Scholarship.

  • Our members helped raise
    $20,582

    for the Burbank Arts & Education Foundation by making donations matched by UMe.

  • We volunteered
    462.5 hours

    with local community organizations including Leadership Burbank, Burbank Coordinating Council, Boys & Girls Club of Burbank, HomeAgain LA, Thank-A-Soldier, and more!

Here are our current UMeHelps initiatives:

  • Boys and Girls Club of Burbank Teen Nights
  • Burbank Arts & Education Foundation 15 for 15 Challenge
  • Burbank Coordinating Council Holiday Basket Program
  • Burbank Unified School District
  • Home Again Los Angeles Family Dinners
  • Magnolia Park Holiday In The Park Event
  • National Academy Foundation — Burbank & Burroughs High School
  • RMJ Foundation’s Bite of Reality

We are committed to supporting the community that’s been so kind to us. Some of our sponsorships include:

  • Boys and Girls Club of Burbank
  • Burbank Chamber of Commerce
  • Burbank Coordinating Council
  • Burbank Family Service Agency
  • Burbank High School Baseball Team
  • Burbank High School Basketball Team
  • Burbank High School Football Team
  • Burbank Police Foundation
  • Burbank Teachers Association
  • Burbank Temporary Aid Center (BTAC)
  • Burbank Unified School District
  • Home Again Los Angeles
  • John Burroughs High School Baseball Team
  • John Burroughs High School Basketball Team
  • John Burroughs High School Football Team
  • Kiwanis Club of Burbank
  • Leadership Burbank
  • Magnolia Park Merchants Association
  • Rotary Club of Burbank

Our History

Our story began in 1940 with a group of dedicated Burbank Unified School District teachers and a single desk drawer. That’s where our credit union was born, originally chartered as Burbank Teachers Federal Credit Union. From those humble beginnings, we’ve grown into a community-focused credit union that’s proud to honor our roots while serving the people of Burbank with pride and care.