The Arc receives donation from MCCU & Battle Jacks jersey fundraiser
BATTLE CREEK, MI (November 8, 2024) — This summer, the Battle Creek Battle Jacks (Battle Jacks) and Marshall Community Credit Union (MCCU) came together for an inspiring initiative during the 2024 season at MCCU Field. Designed to support The Arc of Calhoun County, a local nonprofit dedicated to serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families, the campaign featured a limited-edition “Cereal City” jersey that honored Battle Creek’s heritage as the “Cereal Capital of the World.”
Worn proudly by the team throughout the season, the Cereal City jerseys captured the spirit of Battle Creek and were auctioned off during the August 9th game to raise funds for The Arc. Through generous bids from the community, the campaign raised $2,000, which was presented to The Arc in early November.
Since 2022, MCCU and the Battle Jacks have worked together each season to support a different local non-profit. “Each year, we choose a nonprofit making an impact locally,” said Laura Van Dyke, MCCU’s Financial Education Specialist. “This year, we selected The Arc, an organization that plays a vital role in our community.”
The Arc’s Business Manager, Lisa Wolf, expressed gratitude for the support, noting how meaningful the fundraiser was to the organization’s mission. “Partnering with the Battle Jacks and MCCU helped us amplify our reach within the community,” Wolf said. “Though The Arc has been active for 70 years, there are still people who aren’t aware of our work. With this donation, we can continue essential programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.”
For the Battle Jacks, designing a new jersey each season is both a creative and purposeful effort. “Every year, we aim to design a jersey that fans will love, while supporting a local nonprofit,” said Denny Smith, Battle Jacks Vice President of Operations. “Each time our players wore the Cereal City uniforms, we were reminded of the incredible community we represent. We’re honored to partner with MCCU in supporting The Arc of Calhoun County.”
Through this annual fundraising event, MCCU and the Battle Jacks are proud to uplift organizations that make Battle Creek a better place for everyone.
Check Presentation – Jersey Auction
About Members Cooperative Credit Union (MCCU)
Marshall Community Credit Union is a federally insured full-service financial institution with offices located in Battle Creek, Coldwater, and Marshall. For more information on products, services, or membership, please contact 269.781.9885 or visit marshallcommunitycu.com.
About Battle Jacks
The Battle Creek Battle Jacks are a member of the finest developmental league for elite college baseball players, the Northwoods League. The Northwoods League is the proven leader in the development of elite college baseball players. Having completed its’ 27th season, the Northwoods League is the largest organized baseball league in the world with 22 teams, drawing significantly more fans, in a friendly ballpark experience, than any league of its kind. For more information, visit www.battlejacksbaseball.com.
About The Arc
The Arc of Calhoun County exists to serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families, and the community through programming, education, and advocacy. For 70 years The Arc has been serving the disability community in Calhoun County and does this today primarily through its Volunteer and Supported Employment Programs, Educational Advocacy, and Alternatives to Guardianship services. For more information visit www.thearccalhoun.org.
