The initiative saw employees and credit union members gather supplies and backpacks at various retail branches to ensure local youth feel prepared for their upcoming classes. The donations are destined for students ranging from elementary to high school age who participate in programs at 22 club sites across the region.

"Every student deserves to begin the school year feeling prepared, confident and supported," said Steve O'Connell, President and CEO of North Island Credit Union. Michelle Malin, her counterpart at the Boys & Girls Clubs, noted the tangible impact of the gesture, emphasizing how access to basic supplies remains a significant hurdle for many families. The partnership underscores a long-standing commitment by the credit union to bolster youth development throughout the San Diego community.