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Rima Shamieh

My IDA [Individual Development Account] experience was just incredible. I saved a few bucks every week and after a year, I had a savings account with $3,000 in it! And I'm glad that the MoneyWise class was required, because it really helped me develop a healthier relationship with money. So many of the skills I learned in class seemed so obvious, but I never thought/knew how to do them until we went over them in class. For example, tracking my spending made a HUGE difference in how I now spend money. Also, the exercises in the beginning when we explored our relationships with money - I discovered I'm a carefree, spirited, impulsive spender. It helps to put a name on things.

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Alternatives' CEO Bill Myers is retiring. The Bill Myers Youth Internship is just beginning.

Twenty-eight years ago, Bill Myers and friends founded Alternatives Federal Credit Union with a cigar box, a calculator and $25. Today, Alternatives embodies the heart and chutzpah of community development with its innovative programs, its commitment to economic and social justice, and the vision, savvy and temerity to challenge the growing financial divide.

He's been bold. He's been visionary. He's been influential. And we think the world needs more leaders and mavericks like Bill. To honor and continue his legacy, the Alternatives' board and staff have founded The Bill Myers Youth Internship.

Each year we'll award a paid youth internship at Alternatives to work on projects to further the mission and goals of the organization and Bill's legacy. Our recipient will be selected for his or her ideals of economic and social justice. It is our ambition to ignite the community development spark in the bright leaders of tomorrow. Please join us in honoring Bill Myers and his outstanding contribution to CDCUs.

Be Bold. Be Visionary. Be Influential. Make a contribution to fund the Bill Myers Youth Internship.

Donations are tax-deductible. Make checks payable to Alternatives Community Ventures. You can also make a secure donation here. For more information, contact Deirdre Silverman, Director of Community Programs, or call 1-800-273-AFCU Ext 416.