Titans, Michigan First Credit Union team up to raise $10,004 for DPS K-5

Titans, Michigan First Credit Union team up to raise $10,004 for DPS K-5

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Lance Rinker

(Courtesy of DetroitTitans.com)

DETROIT — For the second-straight year, the University of Detroit Mercy and Michigan First Credit Union teamed up for the Annual City College Series to Benefit Detroit Public Schools K-5 and this year's effort helped raise $10,004.
 
The official check presentation was held at the Hitachi College Basketball Showcase as Detroit Mercy faced Michigan at Little Caesars Arena, the site of the 2018 Horizon League Basketball Championships (March 2-6).
 
"The City College Series has proven to be a great event for Detroit Public Schools and the community," said Detroit Mercy Director of Athletics Robert C. Vowels, Jr. "We have a great partnership with Michigan First Credit Union and with our friends over at Wayne State. In two years, we have helped raise more than $15,000 for Detroit Public Schools K-5 and we will look to increase that total next year."
 
On Nov. 4, the Titans and the Wayne State Warriors met in historic Calihan Hall on UDM's campus and all proceeds from ticket sales were donated to Detroit Public Schools K-5 with Michigan First Credit Union contributing a matching donation for all tickets sold.
 
The game featured an attendance of 3,089 with 2,501 paid tickets totaling $5,002.
 
"The City College Series continues to be a positive force in our community, bringing individuals together for a fun evening benefiting our local schools," said Michigan First Credit Union CEO Michael Poulos. "As a credit union founded by Detroit educators with a commitment to giving back, we know the funds raised by attendees and Michigan First will ensure our teachers and students have the resources needed to succeed in and out of the classroom."
 
In 2016, the game saw over $7,000 raised for DPS K-5.
 
About Michigan First Credit Union
Founded in 1926, Lathrup Village-based Michigan First Credit Union delivers world-class service to more than 138,000 members at 18 branches throughout Michigan. A supporter of financial education, the Credit Union offers expanded financial services for every life stage through its Michigan First Mortgage, Michigan First Insurance Agency, and Young & Free Michigan brands, as well as its 365 Live Call Center. Currently, the Credit Union has over $850 million in assets. To learn more about Michigan First and its award-winning team, visit MichiganFirst.com.