KALAMAZOO, MICHIGAN – OCTOBER 16, 2024 – In celebration of the Kalamazoo Wings’ (K-Wings) milestone 50th anniversary season, Honor Credit Union is proud to announce its role as the Exclusive Credit Union sponsor for the K-Wings and Wings Event Center. This exciting partnership highlights Honor’s commitment to supporting local traditions and the Kalamazoo community. The K-Wings, proud ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Vancouver Canucks, are a cornerstone of Kalamazoo’s athletic and cultural heritage, have been entertaining fans for decades, and Honor Credit Union is excited to be a part of this milestone year.
Honor Credit Union’s sponsorship goes beyond the rink—it’s about investing in the community. By partnering with the K-Wings, Honor is reinforcing its mission to enhance the financial well-being of its members while supporting local traditions that bring people together. Hockey in Kalamazoo is more than just a game; it’s a shared experience that unites families, friends, and fans across generations.
“At Honor, we believe in supporting what matters most to our community, and the K-Wings have been a huge part of that for 50 years,” said Thomas Hatfield, Midwest Region Community Development Officer at Honor Credit Union. “We are proud to be a part of this celebration and to contribute to an organization that has such a lasting, positive impact.”
As the K-Wings celebrate half a century of ice hockey, their influence on the region continues to grow. From hosting youth hockey events to participating in charitable initiatives, the team has consistently given back to the community. Honor Credit Union’s partnership will help amplify these efforts, fostering more opportunities for local engagement and community-building through the power of sports.
“Partnering with Honor Credit Union is exciting and a no-brainer for the Kalamazoo Wings,” said Toni Will, Kalamazoo Wings general manager and Governor. “Honor’s footprint and dedication to our community – both inside and outside of its business interests – set the standard in Kalamazoo and the K-Wings are intentional about partnerships where the community is a priority.”
Founded in 1974, the Kalamazoo Wings are a professional hockey team with a storied history of success both on the ice and in the community. With mirrored initiatives to give back to the communities that have supported them through the years, Honor Credit Union and the K-Wings are proud to celebrate the club’s 50th anniversary this season, continuing its legacy as a beloved part of the Kalamazoo sports scene.
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.
ABOUT KALAMAZOO WINGS
The Kalamazoo Wings are a professional hockey team located in southwest Michigan that has been a staple in the Kalamazoo, MI professional sports landscape since 1974. The K-Wings compete in the ECHL and are the AA affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Vancouver Canucks and the American Hockey League’s Abbotsford Canucks. Kalamazoo plays their 36 regular season home games at Wings Event Center from October through April.
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MEDIA CONTACT
Hannah Haner
Community Relations Specialist
hhaner@honorcu.com
800.442.2800 ext. 3564
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