75 YEARS AND GROWING | REDWOOD CREDIT UNION
“It’s also fun to see many students gain new appreciation for their parents, once they more clearly see the sacrifices that have been made for them.” —Matt Martin, senior vice president of community and government relations
keeping your username, passwords, accounts numbers, and personal identification numbers (PINs) confidential and never sharing that information with anyone. They also recommend keeping your computer and mobile devices up to date with virus protection software. “We suggest you log out of your account after each use when using digital banking, regularly monitor and reconcile account transactions, and report any unfamiliar, suspicious, or unauthorized account activity to RCU immediately.” Although all age groups
are at risk of being targeted for fraud in different ways, Martin says baby boomers are probably at highest risk because many of them have retirement savings. He says they are often targeted via computer tech support or Facebook scams. That said, he notes a surprising number of young people are targeted through social media and approached for quick money- making schemes. Martin says all age groups can be seduced by money-making opportunities that are too good to be true. “Our best advice is to pause if it
A Maria Carillo High School student is assigned a career as ‘stock broker’ with various personal obligations as part of an RCU Bite of Reality workshop in 2024. [Photo courtesy Redwood Credit Union]
your financial institution. We are well-trained on fraud and scam scenarios and are here to help.” Martin says that Redwood Credit Union’s purpose is to inspire hope and elevate the financial well-being of their communities, one person at a time, through good times and bad. “This focus is at the heart of everything we do,” he says. “Whether it's through financial education programs, fraud prevention efforts, or personalized member support, we strive to make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve,” he says. “We love helping people achieve their goals and dreams, and it's incredibly satisfying to see the tangible results of our efforts in the community.” He says his time at Redwood has reinforced his belief in the importance of financial education. “It's not just about numbers,” he says. “It’s about helping
feels too good to be true or if you’re being threatened into taking action. Take a moment and reflect on what you’re being asked to do,” Martin says. “Fraudsters will do everything to keep their victims on the line because they don’t want them to think or reach out for help.” A “big red flag,” he says, is if someone is telling you not to contact your financial institution or is coaching you what to tell them. “Don’t be afraid to talk honestly to
people achieve their dreams and building stronger, more resilient communities.” n
Matt Martin, SVP community and government relations
Redwood Credit Union 2025
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