Credit unions across the country are celebrating Independence Day with special promotions and events such as parades and fireworks shows, but not everyone can deliver an all-American event that includes baseball, apple pie and bobbleheads.
Hats off to Navy Federal Credit Union, which has partnered with the Connecticut Tigers for a spectacular "Fourth of July Weekend" at Dodd Stadium in Norwich, Conn., which includes a special pre-game concert featuring the U.S. Coast Guard Band.
The first 500 fans on Friday will receive a free slice of apple pie from the $58 billion Navy Federal in Vienna, Va., the credit union said.
On Saturday night, the credit union plans to give the first 1,000 fans a bobblehead of Rajai Davis, a New London, Conn., High School graduate who is currently an outfielder for the Detroit Tigers, according to a press release announcing the event.
Following Saturday's game, fireworks will light up the sky above Dodd Stadium.
Helping the community enjoy July 4th is a tradition for Navy Federal.
That's why Navy FCU was among 38 financial institutions honored this week by GOBankingRates for showing outstanding support for the United States, its ideals and military service members.
"The work these credit unions do to support their communities and provide financial freedom to members is deserving of recognition this Independence Day," said Casey Bond, managing editor of GOBankingRates, a Los Angeles-based lead-generating website.
Take a look at the other 10 credit unions that made GOBankingRates' patriotic list. And, of course, a tip of the hat to GoBankingRates for providing these photos.
Next up: Air Force Federal Credit Union
It's not tough to figure out why Air Force Federal Credit Union was saluted for its patriotism.
Like many military credit unions, the $372 million San Antonio, Texas, cooperative's patriotic roots run deep. Founded by airmen in 1952, the credit union has dedicated more than six decades to supporting men and women in uniform.
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