Alliant Foundation

Serving as Alliant Credit Union’s charitable arm, the Alliant Credit Union Foundation is driven to assist programs and organizations that offer services to support digital inclusion across the United States.

Through grants and investments, the Foundation partners with charitable organizations that provide reliable broadband, digital literacy resources, and technology equipment.

Advancing a culture of social responsibility

In addition to digital equity, Alliant employees are passionate about numerous philanthropic efforts. From Alzheimer’s charities to zoological societies and everything in between, the Foundation supports the causes our Alliant employees believe in.

The Foundation is proud to match Alliant employee qualifying charitable donations up to $1,000 per fiscal year — historically supporting over 50 organizations.

Meet our Foundation board

The Alliant Foundation board reviews grant request submissions and ensures the Foundation maintains its vision. The board is comprised of Alliant Credit Union employees.

The Alliant Credit Union Foundation is registered as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with the IRS. It is a separate independent legal entity, incorporated in Illinois and operated by the board of directors comprised of Alliant Credit Union employees.

Meredith Ritchie
Meredith Ritchie

Board President

Jackie Gruenes
Jackie Gruenes

Board Director

Rich Holke
Rich Holke

Board Director

Farvah Lakhani
Farvah Lakhani

Board Director

Janet Meinheit
Janet Meinheit

Board Director

Ken Schaafsma
Ken Schaafsma

Board Director

Crystal Wyatt
Crystal Wyatt

Board Director

Katharine Hebenstreit
Katharine Hebenstreit

Board Director

Hector Crespo
Hector Crespo

Board Director

Frequently asked questions

How is the Alliant Credit Union Foundation funded?

Initial funding for the Alliant Credit Union Foundation was established by a $4 million grant from Alliant Credit Union. Income earned on these funds is used to carry out our philanthropic activities.

Does the Alliant Credit Union Foundation's expenditures impact the member dividends or share value at Alliant Credit Union?

No, the Alliant Credit Union Foundation's expenditures are made independently from the operations of Alliant Credit Union.

Does my organization align with your digital inclusion mission?

You can learn more about digital inclusion by visiting our page on Digital Opportunity. Organizations that directly or tangentially impact digital equity are invited to apply for an Alliant Foundation grant.