People Helping People

Building Financially Strong, Vibrant Communities Together 

At Alero, community engagement isn’t a side project — it’s at the heart of our mission. As a national, not-for-profit credit union based in Chicagoland, we believe the best way to serve our members is by serving the communities where they live, work, and do business.

We partner with local schools, libraries, municipalities, chambers of commerce, and nonprofit organizations to deliver programs that educate, empower, and unite people around a shared goal: building financially strong, literate, and thriving communities.

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Our Focus: Meaningful, Transformative Partnerships

We go beyond sponsorships to create impactful collaborations that help people of all ages and backgrounds succeed. Our community engagement priorities include:

  • Financial Wellness Education: Interactive workshops, presentations, and resources that help community members confidently manage money, reduce debt, build savings, and prepare for the future.
  • Literacy & Lifelong Learning: Partnering with schools, libraries, and education-focused nonprofits to support reading, financial literacy, and career-readiness skills.
  • Small Business Support: Collaborating with business districts, local business collectives, and chambers of commerce to help entrepreneurs and small-to-medium businesses thrive.
  • Equity & Inclusion: Special focus on financially marginalized or struggling individuals and families, ensuring they have access to tools, guidance, and opportunities to achieve stability.
  • Wellness-Themed Community Events: Creating experiences that bring people together around the theme of holistic wellness — financial, personal, and community health.

Where We Engage

We seek partners within 25 miles of each of our branch locations in Illinois, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Virginia. We also support national initiatives that align with the goals of our employer partners and member communities across the country.

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What We Look for in Partnerships

We seek opportunities that:

  • Create tangible community impact through education and engagement.
  • Encourage collaboration between local nonprofits, municipalities, and business networks.
  • Offer hands-on involvement for Alero team members and volunteers.
  • Align with our mission to empower people financially and strengthen community well-being.

If your organization shares our vision, we’d love to explore ways to work together.

 
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How to Submit a Community Engagement Request

We welcome requests from nonprofit organizations, schools, municipalities, chambers of commerce, and local business groups whose programs align with our focus areas. Please be as specific and detailed as possible in your responses.

We review requests on a rolling basis and aim to respond within one week to discuss next steps.

 

Community Partnership Request Form

Please complete this form with details about your organization and initiative so we can review your request.

Type of Organization

If your organization is a registered nonprofit or tax-exempt government entity, please provide your Employer Identification Number (EIN) or tax-exempt ID. If you’re a for-profit organization, you may leave this blank.

What type of support are you requesting from Alero?

Please share a brief description of your proposed partnership activity. If you are proposing an event sponsorship, please describe it here and include the date, location, and expected number of participants.

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By submitting this form, you acknowledge that Alero may contact you to discuss your request and that submitting a request does not guarantee partnership or funding.

 

Let’s Build Something Great Together

Whether you're hosting a community event, running a nonprofit program, or leading a small business initiative, Alero is ready to collaborate, contribute, and create change. Contact us today using the form below to start a conversation about partnership opportunities that can make a lasting difference.

 

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