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Event - FREE Community Outreach Seminar

The Furthering Community Unity Team and Shell Federal Credit Union will be hosting a Community Outreach Seminar for free to our members and community. There will be guest speakers from various volunteer organizations to help you learn about the different types of organizations there are and the things they do in our community. This will be a FREE seminar and all ages are welcome. The seminar will be held on April 10th at Shell Federal Credit Union in Deer Park (301 E 13th St Deer Park, TX 77536) from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. If you are a parent of a student, a student or a community member wanting to find a way give back; please join us for this fun and informational seminar. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Event - Pasadena Habitat for Humanity

When: Saturday, February 25th Time: 8:00 am – 12:00pm Where: 510 Bertloma Pasadena, TX Other Notes: Come help build a home in your community! It is a fun and creative way to donate your time and can be a great learning experience. Minimum age 16.

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Events - MDA Muscle Walk

When: Saturday, February 18th Time: 8:00 am – 12:00pm Where: Houston Galleria, 5986 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77027 Other Notes: How many muscles does it take to walk? One - your heart! Join the FCU Team in supporting the 2012 Houston MDA Muscle Walk as we walk with others to help send children to summer camp and find a cure!

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Event - Pasadena Animal Shelter

When: Saturday, February 4th Time: 11:00 - 2:00 Where: Pasadena Animal Shelter 5150 Burke Rd Pasadena, Tx 77504 Other Notes: Come join us in helping walk and bathe the animals at the Pasadena Animal Shelter. It will be a fun and interactive opportunity to connect with the four legged friends of our community who need just a bit of friendly petting and playing. **Ages 4 to 14 years must be accompanied by someone over the age of 18. You must wear jeans and closed toed shoes.**

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Cheap Valentine's Day Presents

1328732740_love_valentines_day_12Don’t know what to get your sweetheart for Valentine’s Day? iLife is here to help! You don’t have to spend a lot to give a great gift. You can make someone’s heart melt by just a few meaningful thoughts.

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Turning Six Bucks Into a Million

1328223651_bankerFoolProof’s Information Edge just posted a new article about how someone can turn a measely $6 into a million dollars! Check it out below.

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Saving Money 101

1327439027_piggy_bankSaving is usually the first step in any future plans you have in life. You save for a car, college, a house, kids, etc. It is the most basic essential tool we need throughout life. Everyone saves, even millionaires need to save their money. So where do we start?

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Bank Fees Gone WILD

1323883417_piggy_bankBanks all over the world are starting to charge ridiculous fees for every little thing. Your account has less than $500? FEE. You want a debit card? FEE. You just want to own a simple checking account? FEE. FEE. FEE. When will the madness stop?

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Paying for College

1324418291_graduatedWith college costs on the rise, it's more important than ever for students and families to plan carefully and fully understand all financial aid options. By maximizing no- and low-cost financial aid, choosing student loans carefully, and developing proper money management skills, it's still possible for students to leave college with a bright financial future . . . and not just a mountain of debt.

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