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EXPANDS IN THIRD YEAR

At the MCUL/CUSG 2016 Annual Convention & Exposition online registration) or at the event. Also, back by popular
(AC&E), the Michigan Credit Union Foundation (MCUF) hosted demand, there will be a bottle swap area so everyone leaves
the first Corks for a Cause — a networking event that doubled with a wine they will enjoy.
as an opportunity to raise funds for community development.
The goal that first year was to raise $5,000 for Community Not only is this a great opportunity to score some fine wine,
Reinvestment grants through $25 wine pulls and business Corks for a Cause is also a way for individuals to be involved in
sponsorships. The event quickly ran out of bottles of wine, supporting the Foundation alongside fellow AC&E attendees.
so MCUF prepared for more wine in 2017. Again, Corks for
a Cause sold out of wine, selling 300 bottles in 45 minutes, The Crashers will also be back to help facilitate wine pulls.
and raised $10,000 for community development. Look for them to be in their Corks for a Cause shirts, and
feel free to interact with them — start a conversation, ask
This year, there will be even more wine, more space and them to tell you their story.
spectacular views from the Aerie Restaurant & Lounge on the
16th floor of the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Traverse The event is supported by business donors, including exclusive
City. Attendees will be able to enjoy complimentary snacks Diamond Level sponsor, Alloya Corporate Federal Credit Union;
and drinks, plus choose to purchase wine pulls for $25. Each Gold Level sponsors, Holzman Corkery, PLLC, PSCU and Sprint;
pull includes one bottle of wine valued between $20 and among others.
$200, and a chance to win one of several prizes and gift
baskets. Wine pulls may be purchased in advance (during

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