Impacting Our Community
At AMOCO, we love making our communities stronger because they are owned by the members we serve every day. By strengthening the well-being of our communities, we help create a better and more resilient community for us all. Check out how AMOCO is making an impact on the community!
AMOCO in the Community
Click read more below to learn more about what AMOCO is doing in the the community.
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National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
On January 10, National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, AMOCO’s Business Development team delivered treats to several local law enforcement offices to show our appreciation for their incredible service to our communities.
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Distinguished Service Award
On January 20th, AMOCO was honored to receive the Distinguished Service Award by the Friendswood Chamber of Commerce at their annual gala. A special Certificate of Recognition was presented by State Senator Mayes Middleton, District 11, and State Representative Dr. Greg Bonnen, District 24. We are incredibly grateful for this prestigious honor.
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86th Annual Business Meeting
On February 20th, AMOCO Federal Credit Union hosted its 86th Annual Meeting at the Doyal Convention Center with over 330 members in attendance. Our Board of Directors was introduced, and awards were given out. In addition, members had the opportunity to win prizes.
It was a great opportunity to see old friends, meet new acquaintances, and listen to all the exciting things happening at AMOCO.
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La Marque’s Safe City Initiative
On February 27, AMOCO President/CEO Shawn Bailey pledged a $5,000 sponsorship to the City of La Marque’s Safe City Initiative. This project aims to provide security cameras for senior citizens in the community and support efforts to enhance safety.
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Galveston County Fair & Rodeo
AMOCO is a proud Ruby Sponsor of the Galveston County Fair & Rodeo. On April 11, we hosted a Sneak-Peek-Night featuring the band Bag of Donuts. AMOCO also actively participated in the live auction, purchasing animals raised by local students. Funds from the auction go back to the student to help with the cost of raising the animal or purchasing a future animal.
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April 2024 Shred Day
AMOCO held a successful Shred Day event hosted by the Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital on Saturday, April 20th, to celebrate Earth Day. The event was open to members and the community, with over 250 vehicles in attendance, and more than 20,000 pounds of unwanted documents were safely shredded and recycled. Additionally, the non-profit organization Interfaith Caring Ministries (ICM) set up a booth at the event and collected $1,400 in cash and supplies for its food pantry with the help of its volunteers.
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Power of Partner Award
United Way Galveston County Mainland awarded AMOCO its prestigious Power of Partner Award. This award acknowledges AMOCO’s commitment and assistance in working together and expanding our relationship, expertise, and resources to advance United Way’s mission.
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2024 Scholarship Winners
On May 14, we celebrated our Honorarium Scholarship winners at our Annual Scholarship Reception. Congratulations to all the scholarship recipients (left to right): Kendall McCardell, Nathan Hudnall, Reese Townsend, Kendall Balfour, and Diego Battles.
Our Year in Review (2023)
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donated to community events supporting local non-profits and fundraising for scholarship programs.
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contributed to Galveston County Fair & Rodeo in the form of in-kind donations, event sponsorships, and junior auction sales.
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donated by AMOCO employees and AMOCO to United Way Galveston County Mainland.
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awarded in AMOCO scholarships.