Credit One Bank gives YMCA students VIP Aviators day and $15,000 grant

Credit One Bank treated more than 20 YMCA of Southern Nevada students to a Las Vegas Aviators experience on June 2 and donated $15,000 to support local youth and education programs. The effort is part of the bank’s Number One Fan initiative, which has partnered with Southern Nevada nonprofits since 2023.

Why it matters: - The donation will help YMCA of Southern Nevada students prepare for the school year with backpacks, books and other educational resources. - The remaining funds will support the YMCA scholarship program and future opportunities for local youth. - The program ties a community event to financial education and youth development in Southern Nevada.

What happened: - Credit One Bank surprised more than 20 students from the YMCA of Southern Nevada with a Las Vegas Aviators game experience on Tuesday, June 2. - The students attended the Aviators’ game against the Reno Aces at Las Vegas Ballpark. - Credit One Bank donated a total of $15,000 to the YMCA of Southern Nevada.

The details: - The students rode to the ballpark on a luxury bus. - They watched the game from the outfield pool. - The experience included food, beverages and time with the Aviators mascots, Spruce the Goose and The Aviator. - On May 28, the students took part in a separate surprise event at the ballpark. - During that visit, the students selected Aviators gear at the team store. - The students also took batting practice on the home field. - The group learned how to field and catch. - The day ended with food and drinks in the dugout.

Between the lines: - Credit One Bank used the event to pair fan experiences with a broader community message about access and opportunity. - Christina Ortiz, Senior Manager of Sponsorships at Credit One Bank, said the initiative is meant to provide unforgettable local experiences and support students’ financial journeys. - Ortiz said access to financial education and opportunity is a core value for Credit One Bank. - The Number One Fan initiative launched in spring 2023. - The program works with local nonprofits to create exclusive experiences for students and families in Southern Nevada. - Over the past three years, the initiative has connected families with the Vegas Golden Knights, Las Vegas Raiders and Las Vegas Aviators.

What’s next: - The YMCA of Southern Nevada will use part of the donation for back-to-school support and part for scholarships. - Credit One Bank said the initiative will continue building community experiences tied to local sports and youth support. - More information is available on Credit One Bank’s website.