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www.alliantcreditunion.org a newsletter for Alliant Credit Union young adult members September 2011

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1 Alliant asks you to vote for your

favorite charity winners

2 2011 Members Scholarship

Alliant asks you to vote for your favorite charity

How do you want the Alliant Credit Union Foundation to distribute $40,000 in grants to four pre-selected charities? Its up to you in the foundations Make it Count online poll, which began September 1, 2011, and runs through October 31, 2011. Each participating charity will be awarded a grant. But how much they receive depends on the number of votes they receive. To learn about

DIVIDEND
October Savings Dividend DECLARED SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

Make it Count, the charities and cast a vote for the charity that means most to you, visit www.facebook.com/alliantcreditunion or www.alliantcreditunion.org.

The October 2011 Savings and IRA dividend, declared 09/22/11, provides a Compounded Annual Percentage Yield of

The 1st place winner will receive $13,000 2nd place: $11,000 3rd place: $9,000 4th place: $7,000
To select the contenders, the foundation asked Alliant employees to nominate their favorite charities. Then, the foundation chose four charities that best reflect its mission: to promote economic empowerment and help people achieve self-sufficiency. (Note: the foundations funding comes from surplus capital that Alliant built up over the years and its expenditures have no affect on members dividends and share value.) Voting ends at 5pm CT on October 31, 2011. Three separate votes per person will be accepted. Alliant will announce the final results on November 7, 2011.

1.15% APY

Dividends are paid on the last day of the month to accountholders who have maintained an average daily balance of $100 or more. Savings dividend is subject to change monthly.
October Checking Dividend DECLARED SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

Your votes help determine the charity grant amount

Participate in the discussion and stay up to date on the Make it Count promotion by visiting Alliants Facebook and Twitter sites. Meanwhile, going forward, if you have a charity in your community that you would like to nominate to receive a grant from the Alliant Credit Union Foundation, suggest it to the foundation by joining the discussion on our Facebook page (www.facebook. com/alliantcreditunion) or by emailing us at foundation@alliantcreditunion.com.

The October 2011 High Rate Checking dividend, declared 09/22/11, provides a Compounded Annual Percentage Yield of

1.10% APY

Checking dividends are paid on the last day of each month to accountholders who meet the requirements of the account. Checking dividend is subject to change monthly.

Helping People and Communities

credit union FOUNDATION

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2011 Members Scholarship winners

Alliant recently selected five members to receive $2,000 each in this years Members Scholarship Program. They were among more than 100 applicants evaluated on their academic performance, community involvement, personal goals and what Alliant means to them.

Congratulations to the winners:

Jennifer Anson of Gilbert, AZ, is completing the final
phases of the RN nursing program at Scottsdale Community College in Scottsdale, AZ. She has volunteered at a shelter for abused children, made quilts and hygiene kits for victims in disaster areas and has spent many hours helping a young boy grow a garden to earn his Eagle Scout badge. I am a single mother who was laid off from my previous job. Im determined to give myself and my daughter a better life. And, despite my hectic schedule, I enjoy taking time to help people in my community.

Jennifer Anson

Rodrigo de Losada

Samantha DeRoo of Plainfield, IN, is a third year

Samantha DeRoo

professional Doctor of Pharmacy student at Purdue University in Lafayette, IN, where she is specializing in nuclear pharmacy. She serves as the leadership development chair of Phi Lambda Sigma, the schools pharmacy leadership society and serves with faculty members on the College of Pharmacy Curriculum Committee. Shes also a Big Sister mentor to at-risk youth and previously served as a volunteer English teacher for children in Mumbai, India. I want to do a tour with the Peace Corps and help bring health care to people who are in great need. I eventually want to start up a clinic for those who cannot afford medical care. Long term, I see myself involved in research and drug development.

Rodrigo de Losada of Huntley, IL, is a freshman at the University of Chicago, Chicago, IL, majoring in economics. Captain of his high school Scholastic Bowl academic team and founder of its Psychology Club, he won 12 medals in his states Science Olympiad competitions and served as news editor of the school newspaper. Living in Peru had strong influence on my understanding of poverty. As an economist, Id endeavor to address the incredible gulf that separates the developed and undeveloped worlds. Id like to help shape the economic policy in Peru and other developing countries and, in doing so alleviate the plight of the poor. Michael Rice of Sleepy Hollow, IL, is a
freshman at Georgetown University in Washington, DC, majoring in finance. Salutatorian at his high school graduation, he shined in his school cross country, basketball, and track and field teams. He also served on the Illinois State Board of Education Student Advisory Council, volunteered for Habitat for Humanity and pitched in as a buddy to help mentally and physically challenged youth gain self-esteem by playing in the Challenger division of Little League baseball. I plan to be a successful person and make a difference in the world. One specific goal I have is to complete my Eagle project and become an Eagle Scout. I plan to eventually get my MBA, work for a large corporation or financial institution and marry, start a family and live happily with them.

Michael Rice

Christina Hollar of San Mateo, CA, is a freshman at

Christina Hollar

the University of Pacific in Stockton, CA, majoring in music therapy. The principal trumpet player and council president of her high school symphonic band, she played in a variety of ensembles including the prestigious California Band Directors Association All-State Honor Band and church groups. She also founded and coordinated a middle school mentoring program to help young people become musicians. I love life, I love music and I love people. Perhaps, this sounds idyllic, but its me. As a musical therapist, I will work with a wide range of people, from the autistic to the elderly affected by strokes. My devotion to the service of others is a huge personal priority and I can give back in so many ways as a music therapist.

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