BERRIEN SPRINGS, MICHIGAN – SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 – Honor Credit Union is excited to share the results of its Free Community Shred Days. This year, Honor hosted 10 free events across its 28 member center communities in partnership with Data Guardian and the Marquette County Solid Waste Authority. In total, 94,620 pounds of paper was safely shredded and destroyed.
These events are held annually for the public at no cost to encourage waste reduction in our communities and promote protecting personal information and confidential documents through a recycling service. This service aligns with Honor’s commitment to supporting a green initiative through digital services offered to members, such as mobile banking and e-statements.
94,620 Total Pounds Shredded
3,300
Allendale
4,500
Battle Creek
12,600
Berrien Springs
7,500
Coldwater
8,700
Coloma
6,900
Dowagiac
6,900
Dowagiac
3,300
Allendale
4,500
Battle Creek
12,600
Berrien Springs
7,500
Coldwater
8,700
Coloma
6,900
Dowagiac
18,000
Kalamazoo
5,820
Marquette
9,300
Paw Paw
18,000
Stevensville
Environmental Impact
759
Trees Saved
16,872 gallons
Oil Saved
326,464 gallons
Water Saved
144 cubic yards
Landfill Saved
Honor extends its gratitude to its business partners who offered to host a shred day event at their locations, including Crossroads Restaurant & Lounge, Lakeshore High School, Moonraker Lounge & Restaurant, and Paw Paw Brewing.
The 2024 Free Community Shred Day schedule will be released early next year.
ABOUT HONOR CREDIT UNION
Honor Credit Union is a non-profit, full-service financial institution serving over 110,000 members in 28 member center communities throughout western and northern Michigan.
Providing solutions for financial success and giving back to the communities we serve remain the driving forces behind Honor Credit Union. For more information, call 800.442.2800, or visit www.honorcu.com.
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MEDIA CONTACT
Kayla Smith
Brand Coordinator
kasmith@honorcu.com
800.442.2800 ext. 9205
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