Redwood Credit Union ranks among top 25 Bay Area companies for corporate philanthropy

In 2025, RCU provided $5.18 million in community giving and supported 312 community partners across San Francisco and the North Bay

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Sept. 2, 2026 — Redwood Credit Union ranked 22nd among the 88 companies and organizations recognized in the San Francisco Business Times Corporate Philanthropy Awards, following a year in which RCU provided $5.18 million in total community giving and supported 312 community partners across San Francisco and the North Bay.

The recognition places RCU alongside major Bay Area employers and global brands known for community investment. As the highest-ranking financial institution headquartered in the North Bay, RCU has now earned a place on the list for two consecutive years.

Among the organizations RCU supports is San Francisco-based Compass Family Services, which helps families experiencing homelessness achieve housing stability and economic self-sufficiency.

“Redwood Credit Union’s generous support has a meaningful impact on Compass Family Services and the families we serve,” said Erica Kisch, CEO of Compass Family Services. “Their partnership helps us provide families experiencing homelessness with the comprehensive support they need to find stable housing, strengthen their financial security, and build a more secure future for their children.”

RCU’s community support includes financial contributions, volunteer service, and partnerships with nonprofit organizations across the Bay Area. In 2025, RCU team members spent more than 5,100 hours volunteering for nonprofit and community organizations.

“We’re honored to be recognized among the Bay Area's leading corporate philanthropists, alongside some of the region’s most prestigious companies,” said Brett Martinez, President and CEO of Redwood Credit Union. “Supporting our communities is at the heart of our mission, and we’re proud to partner with organizations that are making a real difference in people’s lives.”

Kisch noted that RCU's support extends beyond financial contributions.

“Their team consistently shows up with their time, energy, and care,” she said. “They are a true partner in our work, and we’re grateful for their investment in families and our community.”

The annual San Francisco Business Times Corporate Philanthropy Awards recognize organizations that demonstrate exceptional commitment to charitable giving and community impact, with rankings based on cash contributions to Bay Area charities.

RCU’s 2025 Community and Social Impact Report provides additional information about its community giving, volunteer service and nonprofit partnerships. Visit redwoodcu.org/about/community-programs to read the full report.

About Redwood Credit Union

Founded in 1950, Redwood Credit Union is a full-service, not-for-profit financial institution providing personal and business banking to consumers and businesses in the North Bay and San Francisco. With a mission to passionately serve the best interests of its members, team members, and communities, RCU delivers many ways for its members to save and build money through checking and savings accounts, auto and home loans, credit cards, digital banking, business services, commercial and SBA lending, and more. Wealth management and investment services are available through Redwood Wealth Management, and insurance and auto-purchasing services are also offered through RCU Services Group (RCU’s wholly owned subsidiary). RCU ended July at $10.6 billion in assets and $13.3 billion in assets under management and serves more than 540,000 members with full-service branches in San Francisco and across the North Bay. For more information, call 1 (800) 479-7928, visit redwoodcu.org, or follow RCU on Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn for news and updates.