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Central One Receives Community Appreciation Award

Milford Youth Center Community Appreciation Award recipients

Supporting youth isn’t just something we do; it is who we are. On September 5th, Central One Federal Credit Union, along with the Milford Branch Manager, Nick Mazzarini, was recognized with the 2025 Milford Youth Center Community Appreciation Award.

For us, being a Massachusetts credit union means much more than just opening accounts or offering loans. It’s about showing up for the people and communities we serve. Over the past three years, we’ve proudly supported the Milford Youth Center as the Presenting Sponsor of their Annual Golf Tournament, contributing $15,000 to fund free after-school programs for kids and teens. Our team has also stepped in to lead financial literacy workshops, giving students tools they can use to feel more confident about their finances.  

Jennifer Ward, Director of the Milford Youth Center, shared a kind note about our partnership:  

“We are so appreciative of the generosity of Central One Federal Credit Union! Their contribution of $15,000, as Presenting Sponsor for our Annual Golf Tournament, over the last three years, has made an immediate impact to support our free after-school programs. In addition, they have never hesitated to offer financial literacy programs to our youth and staff. For these reasons, Central One Federal Credit Union was an easy decision to be one of our 2025 Community Appreciation award recipients.” 

We are honored by her words and grateful for the chance to make a difference alongside so many other community leaders who were honored that night.  

At the end of the day, this award isn’t just about Central One. It’s about the difference it makes when local organizations, businesses, and neighbors come together to support the next generation. This award is a testament to our commitment to philanthropy

We’re proud to play our part and even prouder to call Milford home.  

Thank you to the Milford Youth Center for recognizing us with the Community Appreciation Award, and to our members for inspiring us to continue serving the communities we support. 

To learn more about the mission of Milford Youth Center, visit their website.

Join us for Community Shred Day on Saturday, 10/18, from 9 AM–12 PM at our Auburn Member Support Building, 41 Southbridge St.