Financial Wellness
Message from the Board Chairman—June 2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Tower’s Annual Meeting on May 19, on behalf of your volunteer Board of Directors and Senior Management team. To view Tower’s 2025 Annual Report, visit our About Tower page.
It remains a privilege to serve as Chairman of the Board and represent our membership alongside such a dedicated group of volunteers.
We also welcomed Associate Director Amy Brown as a Board Director for a three-year term, while Nora Davis was reappointed to another one-year term as Associate Director. Thank you both for your dedication and willingness to serve.
You can help decide where the impact goes. Vote at towerfcu.org/America250 to direct $50,000 of this commitment to five local charities. Voting ends June 30, 2026.
And remember, when your kids are ready for more financial independence, teens ages 13–17 are eligible for their own Tower checking account and debit card.
If you or someone you know is looking for a new career opportunity, consider joining the Tower team. Explore our current openings and discover why Tower is such a great place to work.
Members can enjoy exclusive perks throughout the season, including giveaways, contests, discounted tickets, and guest "splasher" opportunities. Learn more in this month's Towerline and on the Orioles page on our website.
Our Hats for Heroes program also returns this season. Members who are active military and Veterans can pick up a free co-branded Tower/Orioles hat at any home game this season as a small "thank-you" for their service.
Visit our Fraud & Security Center for helpful fraud prevention tips and resources, including our recorded webinar, Outsmarting the Scammer. To view the webinar, click here.
Please share these resources with family and friends, especially older adults who are often targeted by scams.
Our May event at Tower Headquarters was a tremendous success, with more than 18,000 pounds of paper securely shredded, filling two large shred trucks! Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, and helped make the event possible.
Thank you for your trust and membership. Your credit union is always here to support you—whether you need financial guidance, assistance during difficult times, or help planning for the future. We are proud to serve you and your families.
Arland A. White, Jr.
Board Chairman
Board updates
At this year's Annual Meeting, Janelle Romano and I were re-elected by acclamation to serve another three-year term on Tower's Board of Directors. I'm grateful for Janelle's leadership, expertise, and continued commitment to our members.It remains a privilege to serve as Chairman of the Board and represent our membership alongside such a dedicated group of volunteers.
We also welcomed Associate Director Amy Brown as a Board Director for a three-year term, while Nora Davis was reappointed to another one-year term as Associate Director. Thank you both for your dedication and willingness to serve.
Thank you, Tom Woods
After nine years on Tower's Board of Directors, Tom Woods retired in May. Before joining the Board, Tom served on Tower's volunteer Technical Advisory Board from 2002–2017. We thank Tom for his years of service, leadership, and commitment to our members, and wish him all the best. He will be missed.$250,000 for a brighter America
To celebrate America's 250th anniversary, Tower and the TowerCares Foundation are investing $250,000 to support military heroes, Veterans, and children in need right here in our community.You can help decide where the impact goes. Vote at towerfcu.org/America250 to direct $50,000 of this commitment to five local charities. Voting ends June 30, 2026.
New! Greenlight with Tower for kids & teens
We are excited to introduce Greenlight with Tower, geared toward teaching kids how to earn, save, and spend wisely. Greenlight is a kid-friendly debit card and money app, and Tower checking members get free access (a $69 annual value!). Visit our Greenlight with Tower page for more information and program terms.And remember, when your kids are ready for more financial independence, teens ages 13–17 are eligible for their own Tower checking account and debit card.
Tower is a Great Place to Work, 8 years in a row!
I'm proud to share that Tower has been named a Great Place to Work for the eighth consecutive year—an honor based entirely on employee feedback. You can read more in this month's Towerline.If you or someone you know is looking for a new career opportunity, consider joining the Tower team. Explore our current openings and discover why Tower is such a great place to work.
New Orioles partnership perks
We're excited to expand our partnership with the Baltimore Orioles as the official sponsor of the fan-favorite Bird Bath splash zone at Camden Yards.Members can enjoy exclusive perks throughout the season, including giveaways, contests, discounted tickets, and guest "splasher" opportunities. Learn more in this month's Towerline and on the Orioles page on our website.
Our Hats for Heroes program also returns this season. Members who are active military and Veterans can pick up a free co-branded Tower/Orioles hat at any home game this season as a small "thank-you" for their service.
Stay alert against fraud
Scammers don't take vacations, especially during the busy summer travel season. We encourage everyone to stay vigilant and protect your personal information.Visit our Fraud & Security Center for helpful fraud prevention tips and resources, including our recorded webinar, Outsmarting the Scammer. To view the webinar, click here.
Please share these resources with family and friends, especially older adults who are often targeted by scams.
Shred Day success
Properly disposing of sensitive documents is another important way to prevent identity theft. That's why Tower hosts free Shred Day events each spring and fall.Our May event at Tower Headquarters was a tremendous success, with more than 18,000 pounds of paper securely shredded, filling two large shred trucks! Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, and helped make the event possible.
Thank you for your membership
As summer begins, I wish you and your family a safe and enjoyable season.Thank you for your trust and membership. Your credit union is always here to support you—whether you need financial guidance, assistance during difficult times, or help planning for the future. We are proud to serve you and your families.
Arland A. White, Jr.
Board Chairman
