Royal Credit Union Celebrates Habitat for Humanity’s 50th Anniversary through Local Support

Royal Credit Union Celebrates Habitat for Humanity’s 50th Anniversary through Local Support 

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – Royal Credit Union (Royal) supported Habitat for Humanity’s work with a total of $15,000 in donations to three local Habitat for Humanity chapters: Chippewa Valley Habitat for Humanity.St Croix Valley Habitat for Humanity, and Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity. 

Each organization received $5,000 to support its current efforts. Royal team members also supported Habitat’s work through hands-on experiences in each region. They volunteered at the Habitat ReStore in the Chippewa Valley, assisted with a home build in Minnesota, and visited a future build site in the St. Croix Valley to learn how upcoming projects will create additional opportunities for local families. 

The contributions and volunteer efforts took place during Habitat for Humanity’s 50th anniversary year, marking five decades of working alongside families and communities to build and improve homes around the world. 

“Habitat for Humanity has a longstanding impact on the communities we serve by helping individuals and families achieve the stability that comes with safe, affordable homeownership,” said Brandon Riechers, President and CEO of Royal. “We are proud to support three Habitat chapters within our footprint and to have our team members join them in this important work.” 

"Meaningful partnerships are essential to advancing our mission, and we deeply value the relationship we have built with Royal Credit Union," said Kristie Smith, Executive Director of St. Croix Valley Habitat for Humanity. "Royal's support will help us further our programs, resources, and services that individuals and families in the region rely on, allowing us to reach more people and deepen the impact of our work. We are grateful for Royal's investment in Habitat for Humanity." 

Royal's core purpose is to create a positive impact in the lives they touch. Through financial contributions, volunteerism, and community partnerships, Royal team members work alongside local organizations to address needs and create opportunities for individuals and families. To learn more about Royal's support opportunities, visit Royal Gives Back to Our Communities or rcu.org/WeGiveBack.  

About Royal Credit Union 

Royal Credit Union is a federally insured credit union proudly serving over 340,000 Members in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Royal is driven by a core ideology built on a strong purpose and values. Royal was recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026 in Wisconsin and Minnesota. You can open an account or apply for a low-rate loan at Royal Credit Union if you live or work in 26 counties in western Wisconsin or 16 counties in Minnesota. Counties served in Wisconsin include Adams, Ashland, Bayfield, Barron, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Douglas, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Lincoln, Marathon, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, Portage, Price, Rusk, Sawyer, St. Croix, Taylor, Trempealeau, Washburn, and Wood. Counties served in Minnesota include Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Goodhue, Hennepin, Isanti, Olmsted, Pine, Ramsey, Scott, Sherburne, Wabasha, Washington, Winona and Wright. A complete list of Member eligibility requirements is available on the Royal Credit Union website. To learn more about Royal, visit rcu.org or call 800-341-9911.