ArrowHeart and Arrowhead Credit Union Join National Night Out Events Across Inland Empire

ArrowHeart Foundation and Arrowhead Credit Union volunteers took part in National Night Out on Aug. 4 at four Southern California locations, using the annual event to connect with neighbors, local organizations and public safety partners. The outreach also reinforced the credit union’s long-running community focus and a growing partnership with the Mana Foundation.

Why it matters: - National Night Out gives ArrowHeart Foundation and Arrowhead Credit Union a visible way to build trust in the communities they serve. - The event connects residents, local businesses and public safety partners around community safety and neighborhood relationships. - ArrowHeart’s volunteer efforts also support longer-term community partnerships and local assistance efforts.

What happened: - ArrowHeart Foundation and Arrowhead Credit Union volunteers participated in National Night Out on Aug. 4 in Southern California. - ArrowHeart took part at Victoria Gardens in Rancho Cucamonga, Alma Hofman Park in Montclair, Yucaipa Community Park in Yucaipa and Miller Park Amphitheater in Fontana. - Arrowhead Credit Union Board Chairman joined volunteers from Membership Development, Human Resources and Item Processing to greet families and community members. - Volunteers offered games, prizes and information about Arrowhead Credit Union and ArrowHeart Foundation. - Ryan Weller, Arrowhead Credit Union’s chief people officer, said the credit union has participated in National Night Out since 2021.

The details: - National Night Out is a nationwide community-building event held annually on the first Tuesday in August. - The event has been free since 1984 and is designed to promote unity, safety and connection between neighbors and local law enforcement officers. - First-time volunteer Jason Hernandez, an Item Processing assistant manager, said he enjoyed connecting with the community where he lives and serves. - Hernandez said the event brought together local businesses, law enforcement, military personnel and emergency services in a meaningful way. - ArrowHeart’s National Night Out participation has helped it build relationships with local organizations that share a service mission. - After meeting Lenee Thomas of the Mana Foundation two years ago, ArrowHeart began a partnership that has continued through several community initiatives. - ArrowHeart has since helped provide school supplies, backpacks and other essential items to individuals and families in need through that partnership. - ArrowHeart Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization established by Arrowhead Credit Union in 2013. - The foundation says its “people helping people” philosophy guides its work and keeps funds raised and work performed local. - Arrowhead Credit Union was established in 1949, has $2.9 billion in assets and serves more than 200,000 members across the United States. - A more information page for Arrowhead Credit Union is available here. - More information about ArrowHeart Foundation is available here.

Between the lines: - The event gave Arrowhead Credit Union a low-pressure setting to deepen community ties outside a branch or service transaction. - The Mana Foundation partnership suggests National Night Out can act as a networking entry point for broader local giving. - Arrowhead’s messaging ties employee volunteerism to the credit union’s business model and community reputation.

What's next: - Arrowhead Credit Union said it will continue supporting communities through outreach, neighborhood events, programs and volunteer efforts. - ArrowHeart Foundation is likely to keep using local partnerships to channel donations and volunteer support into community needs. - National Night Out will continue each first Tuesday in August, giving both organizations a recurring opportunity to show up in the community.