SAN DIEGO, April 17, 2023 – Mission Fed Credit Union, the largest member-owned, not-for-profit, full-service financial institution exclusively serving San Diego County, has officially opened a new branch site in Del Mar Highlands Town Center, located at 3435 Del Mar Heights Rd Ste. D4, San Diego, CA 92130.
“Being a local partner is important to us. We exclusively serve the people and communities of San Diego County and at our new, upgraded location here in Del Mar, we look forward to welcoming new members and investing in the surrounding community,” said Eve Breunig, vice president, branch network sector manager at Mission Fed.
In celebration of the new branch, and true to Mission Fed’s commitment to the community, Mission Fed leadership presented the Helen Woodward Animal Center with a $1,000 donation. The donation will support the organization’s mission where “people help animals and animals help people.” This unique nonprofit benefits the community by providing educational and therapeutic programs for people, as well as humane care and adoption for homeless animals. Supporting animal and pet-related organizations is a key pillar in Mission Fed’s community relations efforts.
“We are honored to partner with Mission Federal and look forward to working together to serve the people and animals of Del Mar community and beyond, and are grateful for their thoughtful contribution,” said Renee Resko, vice president, development for the Helen Woodward Animal Center.
The new branch location is led by Richard Alexander, assistant vice president – branch manager, and resident of the Del Mar/Carmel Valley area. He’s a 17-year veteran of the banking industry, where he’s served in a variety of roles throughout many communities, including major metropolitan areas like New York and Los Angeles. Alexander landed in San Diego in 2016 and is active in serving the community, where he focuses on providing financial literacy to students and young adults.
“Giving back to the communities we all live and work in is part of who we are at Mission Fed – and a reason why I love being part of this family,” said Alexander. “We are ready to serve Del Mar and neighboring communities from this popular town center.”
Like all Mission Fed locations, the Del Mar Highlands branch offers friendly, helpful and experienced representatives to serve members and assist with important financial needs. The organization offers a full line of financial services, including lending, savings, investment, retirement and insurance solutions, all directed at enhancing members’ well-being. The Mission Fed Del Mar branch is open Monday-Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm and Saturday from 9:00am to 4:00pm Visit missionfed.com for more information.
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About Mission Fed Credit Union
Mission Federal Credit Union (Mission Fed) is the largest member-owned, not-for-profit, full-service financial institution exclusively serving San Diego County. Mission Fed enhances the lives of its members through financial education and services, providing stability and strength to help San Diegans with financial wellness and success. Banking at Mission Fed means doing good for San Diego. Mission Fed gives money back to our local communities, has helped hundreds of nonprofits and important causes, and builds deep relationships with community partners.
Mission Fed has served the financial needs of San Diegans for over 60 years through checking, savings, loans, credit cards, and other financial offerings. Mission Fed has more than $5.0 billion in assets, 280,000 members, 34 convenient local branches, 30,000 fee-free CO-OP ATMs nationwide and free mobile and online banking services. The credit union was named a Top Workplaces USA winner in 2021 and placed in the top five California credit unions on Forbes’ Best-In-State Credit Unions list in 2022. Mission Fed is also the first San Diego-based credit union to receive the “Juntos Avanzamos” designation, honoring its commitment to serving and empowering Hispanic/Latinx consumers. Federally insured by NCUA and Equal Housing Lender. To learn more, visit www.MissionFed.com.
About Helen Woodward Animal Center
Helen Woodward Animal Center is a private, non-profit organization where “people help animals and animals help people.” Founded in 1972 in Rancho Santa Fe, Calif., the Center provides services for more than 90,000 people and more than 10,000 animals annually through adoptions, educational and therapeutic programs both onsite and throughout the community. Helen Woodward Animal Center is also the creator of the International Home 4 the Holidays® pet adoption drive, the International Remember Me Thursday® campaign and The Business of Saving Lives Workshops, teaching the business of saving lives to animal welfare leaders from around the world. For more information, go to: www.animalcenter.org.
