Dover Federal Credit Union

In the Community

2010

Habitat for Humanity Gets Helping Hand from Dover Federal Team
New Branch Opening in New Castle
Dover Federal Wins Corporation of the Year for Excellence in Business
Local Boy Wins National Savings Challenge
Camden Girl Wins At Dover Federal
Dover Federal Appoints Rob Easton as Associate Director
Dover Federal Holds Shred Event
Members Help Dover Federal Credit Union Achieve $300
Dover Federal Director Named Credit Union Volunteer of the Year
Dona Palermo Named as Delaware Credit Union Professional of the Year
Walker Road Gets Clean-Up by Dover Federal Team

2009 Archived
2008 Archived

Habitat for Humanity Gets Helping Hand from Dover Federal Team

(L-R) Richard Bromley, Bettie Campbell, Jan Stevens, Bill Stevens, Brenda Porter, Roy Phillips (friend of DFCU), Pat St. Clair, and Karen Simpson
Not pictured: Louise and Manuel Warren, Carole Langiu (photographer)

Team members from Dover Federal Credit Union, along with family members, recently assisted the Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity at their project on White Oak Road in Dover. According to Bettie Campbell, Dover Federal Business Development Officer, who coordinated the volunteers, "It was rewarding to work side by side with the family that will be living in the house. Everyone was so appreciative of our efforts."

Given the task of painting the trim around the windows and doors, the group showed the true meaning of teamwork by painting areas together while sharing paint buckets! Due to their cooperation, they were able to get a lot accomplished in a short amount of time and were able to help with installing a vapor barrier as well.

"We have a long history of helping in the Dover community- that's The Dover Federal Way," commented David Clendaniel, President/CEO of Dover Federal. "These volunteers and their family members showed the heart and spirit of our team members and their willingness to give back to their community."

Earlier this year, Dover Federal team members volunteered at the same project site – helping to put the siding on the house, in spite of bad weather.

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Dover Federal Credit Union is Opening a New Branch in New Castle
Dover Federal Credit Union is opening a new, larger branch at 499 Pulaski Highway, right at the Route 40 and Appleby Road intersection.

"Despite the hardships the economy has continued to face, we are still focused on investing in the community and opening this branch will better accommodate our members in the New Castle area," commented David Clendaniel, President/CEO of Dover Federal Credit Union. "The branch will feature new technology and expanded services to help our members with their financial needs."

In addition to the convenience of four drive-up lanes, the new branch will have safe deposit boxes, a coin counter, internet access for members, and state of the art technology featuring "Smart ATMs"- no envelope is required when depositing checks or cash! With hours of operation Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., and Fridays, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. the new branch will make banking The Dover Federal Way in New Castle County easier than ever.

Dover Federal will celebrate the branch's grand opening with spin-the-wheel giveaways September 7th-10th, a grand opening celebration on September 9th, and a shred event, live radio broadcast and announcement of the grand prize winner of a DELL Laptop on September 10th. Also, Dover Federal is offering an additional ½% APR off a secured loan rate when approved for a vehicle loan at all branch locations throughout Delaware from September 1st through September 30th. Call 302-678-8000 or 888-818-3328 for more details.

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Dover Federal Wins Corporation of the Year for Excellence in Business

Governor Jack Markell (right) presents the proclamation of Dover Federal's nomination for Corporation of the Year to David Clendaniel, President/CEO of Dover Federal Credit Union.

Dover Federal Credit Union was recently recognized as Corporation of the Year, an Excellence in Business Award, by the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce. Amidst sweeping reforms in the financial services industry, Dover Federal has been recognized for its great service, sound business practices and strong leadership.

"The honor bestowed by the Chamber has confirmed the success of our Credit Union in having members and their financial success as our top priority," commented David Clendaniel, President/CEO of Dover Federal Credit Union. "An award that recognizes our commitment to serving our members with excellence is gratifying and an acknowledgement of the incredible team we have across the organization!"

Chairman of the Board of Directors, Charles Miller, commented, "Congratulations to the staff for their hard work to make this happen. Speaking for the members, we all thank the efforts put forth by the staff on a daily basis to provide the outstanding service to our members and to be recognized for this service by the Chamber of Commerce as the Corporation of the Year shows how widely this is recognized."

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Local Boy Wins National Savings Challenge

Ra'Queice Dickerson, of Magnolia, was surprised to learn that his entry, submitted during National Credit Union Youth Week at Dover Federal Credit Union, was selected as one of ten nationwide winners in the 2010 National Youth Savings Challenge. The Savings Challenge, sponsored annually by the Credit Union National Association (CUNA), encourages youth nationwide to save by offering a chance to win one of ten $100 cash prizes. Lin Standke, Youth Week Manager at CUNA, shared that in 2010 "more than 167,000 youth deposited $24+ million dollars in their credit union accounts- proving that (credit unions) do make a difference in the financial lives of young members."

After learning that Dover Federal was selected to award a $100 prize to one of the youth that had entered the challenge at one of their branches, Ra'Queice's winning entry ticket was pulled and he was called. "I was surprised when I was called and called my mom right away," smiled Ra'Queice. "She thought I was joking!" His entry noted that he was saving for an X-Box 360, but Ra'Queice has decided to use his prize money to get an Ipod instead. Ra'Quiece will attend Postlewaite Middle School in the fall, and can't wait to tell all his friends about his good fortune!

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Camden Girl Wins At Dover Federal

Summer Salyer, of Camden, Delaware, was surprised to learn that her entry, submitted during National Credit Union Youth Week at Dover Federal Credit Union, was selected as the winner in the 2010 National Youth Savings Challenge. The Savings Challenge, sponsored annually by the Credit Union National Association (CUNA), encourages youth nationwide to save by offering a chance to win one of ten $100 cash prizes. Lin Standke, Youth Week Manager at CUNA, shared that in 2010 "more than 167,000 youth deposited $24+ million dollars in their credit union accounts- proving that (credit unions) do make a difference in the financial lives of young members."

Summer, who received a $25.00 VISA^® gift card from Dover Federal, was excited to learn that her entry was chosen from the many entries received- especially because it was the first time she had entered a contest! She belongs to the Kids Making Cents Club, a program designed by Dover Federal to teach children to save money. Summer stated, "I bring in my piggy bank when it is full and put the money in my Kids Club Account. I like to cook and am saving for a video game that has to do with cooking!"

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Dover Federal Appoints Rob Easton as Associate Director

Dover Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that Rob Easton has joined the Board of Directors as an Associate Director. As an Associate Director, he will have the opportunity to deepen his understanding of the credit union philosophy while learning first hand the responsibilities of the board. "It was an honor to be considered for Associate Director," states Mr. Easton. "I'm looking forward to serving."

Mr. Easton, a member of Dover Federal since 2003, has served on the Supervisory Committee for the past year, helping to ensure that Dover Federal is soundly managed and that member assets are safeguarded. He has also been a volunteer on the Advisory Council of the Salvation Army. His service record also includes a tour of duty with the U.S. Army, and five years with the Reserve/Guard. Mr. Easton has over ten years of progressive experience in accounting and financial analysis, and is currently employed as Comptroller at Dover Pool and Patio.

Originally from Dover, Mr. Easton holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wesley College and a Masters Degree in Business Administration from Wilmington College. He has lived in the Dover area with his wife and two children since 2002.

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Dover Federal Holds Shred Event

Dover Federal Credit Union provided secure, onsite shredding of personal documents to the local community during the 2nd Annual Shred Event, held on June 5th. More than 100 participants took advantage of the opportunity to watch as their documents were shredded by Data Guard, Inc. during the four hour event.

According to Dover Federal's President and CEO, David Clendaniel, "It's important for people to see their documents shredded, and be assured that their account information and identities are not compromised. That's why we had onsite shredding rather than just a place where paperwork was dropped off."

The 2nd Annual Shred Event was held in conjunction with Dover Federal's Annual Enterprise Car Sale at the Corporate Center on Silver Lake Boulevard, in Dover.

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Members Help Dover Federal Credit Union
Achieve $300

Despite economic uncertainty, Dover Federal Credit Union was recently recognized as the first credit union in the state of Delaware to grow past $300 million in total assets. The accolade is a sign of the confidence that more than 36,000 members have in the credit union’s strength and ability to meet their financial needs.

"For more than fifty years our members have trusted us to provide smart financial solutions and that confidence has allowed the organization to truly excel even during tough times," commented David Clendaniel, President/CEO of Dover Federal Credit Union. "And we are proud to say that this growth has been without a single penny of TARP funding."

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Dover Federal Director Named Credit Union Volunteer of the Year

Russell McCready, Board Director at Dover Federal Credit Union, was named Credit Union Volunteer of the Year by the Delaware Credit Union League at their Annual Meeting, held April 29-May 1, 2010. Mr. McCready has served on Dover Federal's Board for 32 years, including the past three years as Chairman of the Board. Additionally, he has served as both 1st and 2nd Vice Chairman, and on the Personnel Policy and Systems Committees. In April 2010, he was elected Treasurer.

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Dona Palermo Named as Delaware Credit Union Professional of the Year

Dona Palermo, Training Coordinator for Dover Federal Credit Union, was named 2009 Credit Union Professional of the Year by the Delaware Credit Union League at their Annual Meeting, held April 29-May 1, 2010. Chosen for her innovations in learning techniques, as well as her commitment to the credit union community both locally and nationally, Dona displays professionalism in everything she does.

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Walker Road Gets Clean-Up by Dover Federal Team

In efforts to clean America’s highways, 18 Dover Federal Credit Union employees and family members recently gathered for the semi-annual "Walker Road Clean-Up," part of the credit union's Adopt A Highway sponsorship. Twice per year, the credit union team picks up trash and other debris along Walker Road to help beautify the local community.

"We have a long history of helping in the Dover community, and our annual Walker Road clean-up demonstrates the heart and spirit of our team members," commented David Clendaniel, President/CEO of Dover Federal. "The number of employees and their family members that turned out to pick up debris along a 1-mile stretch of road shows their willingness to give back to their community."

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