December 22, 2015 (Estevan, SK) – In support of the mission to energize the games, it was announced today that Affinity Credit Union is the newest Platinum Event sponsor for the Estevan 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games.
At today’s announcement, Bernie Bjorndalen, Co-Chair, Friends of the Games Committee, welcomed Affinity Credit Union on board, as one of the key partners on the journey to the Estevan 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games.
“When we received word that Estevan was going to be the host of the 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games, the Committee had to begin acting on the promises from the bid process very quickly,” stated Bjorndalen. “The biggest promise, was the refurbishment of the athletic field and the building of an eight lane rubberized track surface. Without the support of Affinity Credit Union, and their community lending program, the work on the track would not have been accomplished as soon as it was. As well, In November of 2014 the District Council #12 of Affinity Credit Union assisted with a grant to be used in the building of the track. Now Affinity is topping up their commitment to the Games with a $25,000 sponsorship allocation to us. “
“Affinity Credit Union has always been a strong supporter of the community and they have been a valued partner to us on our road to the Games. In recognition of their financial support, we are pleased to announce that Affinity Credit Union will be a Platinum Event sponsor and that the basketball competition of the Estevan 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games will be held at the Affinity Credit Union Basketball Venue.”
“We are delighted to be a Platinum sponsor of the 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games,” said Judy Krall, Affinity’s Regional Manager. “As provincial credit union, we know we have a strong role to play in helping our communities thrive and prosper and are committed to reinvesting members’ deposits to benefit our local communities. We look forward to helping make this a memorable event for Saskatchewan’s young athletes and all who attend.”
“We feel privileged to be able to work together with the Games’ organizing committee to help make this event a success”, added Krall.
The announcement of the sponsorship took place at Affinity Credit Union. Brian Senchuk, Co-Chair of the Saskatchewan Summer Games comments, “It was important for us to hold this press conference in the credit union. Our Board and various committees have numerous Affinity staff members on them, and even more have made smaller financial contributions through various community initiatives that Affinity provides their staff. Credit Unions, as cooperatives, feed off the same spirit as what the Board of Directors of the Games feel will make our Estevan 2016 Games a success; understanding that each person can make a difference. We look forward to having Affinity as a partner on the road to the Games, and hope to see more of their staff sign up as volunteers. “
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For media inquiries, please contact:
Brenda Lyons
Marketing and Promotions, Estevan 2016 SSG
Phone: (306) 421-3741
Email: bren.lyons@sasktel.net