Ascentra's holiday auto loan promotion raises $30,525 for Salvation Army

The credit union's branches across the Quad Cities region contributed to the fundraising effort.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Ascentra Credit Union, a financial institution serving the Quad Cities area, raised a total of $30,525 for the Salvation Army through a holiday auto loan promotion. The funds were collected across Ascentra's five branches in the Quad Cities, as well as its locations in Moline, Muscatine, and Clinton.

Why it matters

The Salvation Army is a major charitable organization that provides critical services and assistance to those in need, especially during the holiday season. Ascentra's fundraising efforts demonstrate the credit union's commitment to supporting its local communities.

The details

Ascentra's holiday auto loan promotion encouraged customers to apply for auto loans, with a portion of the proceeds from each loan going to the Salvation Army. The five Quad Cities Ascentra branches raised $14,400, the Moline branch raised $5,325, the Muscatine branch raised $5,700, and the two Clinton branches raised $5,100.

  • The holiday auto loan promotion ran during the 2025 holiday season.

The players

Ascentra Credit Union

A financial institution serving the Quad Cities region of Illinois and Iowa.

Salvation Army

A major charitable organization that provides assistance and services to those in need.

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The takeaway

Ascentra's successful holiday fundraising campaign for the Salvation Army demonstrates the credit union's commitment to supporting its local communities and the important role that businesses can play in charitable giving, especially during the holiday season.