Toys for Tots

During November and December, LAFCU raised $15,500 for our 2024 U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots toy drive. Donations were gathered in our branches, from staff, from PayPal online, and from the donation/transfer function in mobile/online banking. Our initial goal of $5,000 was eclipsed quickly and we ultimately raised $10,500. Along with a $5,000 match from our 501(c)3 charity, the Los Angeles Charitable Association (LACA), the $15,500 donation will pay for over 1,500 toys that will be purchased then given to deserving children during the holidays.

In our branches, 250 toys were donated by members and credit union staff. Since its founding in 1947, the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots foundation has distributed 677 million toys to 301 million deserving children. The foundation is also a 501(c)3 not-for profit public charity and since 2001 has ranked as one of the top-rated charities by “Philanthropy 400.” LAFCU has been a 30-year partner with Toys for Tots and is proud to be a part of its mission.

Named a Best Place to Work

On August 7, Los Angeles Federal Credit Union (LAFCU) received the honor of being named one of Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work in Los Angeles.” LAFCU was one of 28 winners in the medium-sized company category for 2024.

The categories of small, medium and large-sized companies had 108 total winners, and each one was assessed to determine its strengths and opportunities. LAFCU was recognized for its highly positive culture in which employees felt valued, empowered, and rewarded for their contributions. The results and rankings of the Best Places to Work were published in the 8/11/24 edition of the Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work in Los Angeles” section.

Anyone who lives in the Greater Los Angeles, California Metropolitan area can join LAFCU and take advantage of its financial services. For details, visit www.LAFCU.org, call (877) MY LAFCU (695-2328), or stop by one of their branches.

Difficult Tasks

Let’s face it, managing time is hard enough. However, it becomes even tougher when one is faced with performing a difficult or unpleasant task. Whether it's a complex project, a difficult conversation with a colleague, or a daunting deadline, these tasks can often leave us feeling overwhelmed and stressed. Putting off these tasks can make it even more stressful.

How can you motivate yourself? Here are a few tips:

Connect it to your own goals. Instead of thinking that a task must be done for some external reason like a deadline or fear of reprisal, connect it to your own career goals. For example, finish a project because it is a step toward your goal of moving ahead in the company. Or, deliver the bad news to a boss because you’ll get the chance of presenting your perspective on a situation.

Set a clear and realistic timeline. Before starting a difficult task, take the time to break it down into smaller, manageable steps. This will help you stay focused and motivated as you work towards completing the task. Additionally, setting specific deadlines for each step helps ensure that you are making progress towards your end goal.