Columbia Credit Union Donates $47,456 to Nonprofits following McKibbin Legacy Classic

October 12, 2023

The 7th annual Columbia Credit Union McKibbin Legacy Classic—a charity golf tournament organized by Columbia Credit Union and presented by Vesta Hospitality paying tribute to the late John McKibbin—took place August 17, 2023, and raised $47,456 for community nonprofit organizations.

John McKibbin was a special presence in Clark County throughout his life, serving as a member of the Washington House of Representatives and a Clark County Commissioner, raising funds for causes important to him and making life better for the community at every turn. The Columbia Credit Union McKibbin Legacy Classic honors his legacy by continuing the same spirit of enthusiastic charity. Proceeds from this year’s tournament support three organizations John McKibbin championed and that align with Columbia Credit Union’s core value of community: CDM Caregiving Services, Evergreen Habitat for Humanity, and Leadership Clark County (LCC).

Each nonprofit received a check for $15,818.64 at a Columbia Credit Union Operations Center presentation.

CDM Caregiving Services receives their donation from the Columbia Credit Union McKibbin Legacy Classic. Pictured left to right: Ashley Black (CDM Development Coordinator), Lindsey Salvestrin (Columbia CU President & CEO), Rick Takach (Presenting sponsor Vesta Hospitality President & CEO), Nancy McKibbin (wife of John), and Lisa Capeloto (CDM Development Director).

Evergreen Habitat for Humanity receives their check from the McKibbin Legacy Classic. — Evergreen Habitat for Humanity receives their check. Pictured left to right: Kelsey Castrey (Major Gift & Procurement Manager for EHH), Lindsey Salvestrin (Columbia CU President & CEO), Rick Takach (Presenting sponsor Vesta Hospitality President & CEO), Nancy McKibbin (wife of John), Lindsi Smith (Chief Operating Officer for EHH).

“Stories about John share his ability to inspire community leaders to mobilize, guide others, facilitate problem-solving and decision-making processes, and innovate to benefit the community,” said Lindsey Salvestrin, Columbia Credit Union President & CEO. “His ability to get people to work together toward a common goal was infectious, and exactly what this charity tournament is all about.”

Leadership Clark County receives their check from the McKibbin Legacy Classic. Pictured left to right: Lindsey Salvestrin (Columbia CU President & CEO), Rick Takach (Presenting sponsor Vesta Hospitality President & CEO), Nancy McKibbin (wife of John), Angilo Fletcher (Columbia CU AVP Consumer Loans and LCC Board Member), Tina Krause (Executive Director for LCC).

About the organizations benefiting from the McKibbin Legacy Classic:

CDM Caregiving Services

A vital part of our community for over 40 years, CDM Caregiving Services is a leader and resource provider in care for the elderly and people of all ages with disabilities. Learn more about CDM Caregiving Services.

Evergreen Habitat for Humanity

The Evergreen Habitat for Humanity’s largest subdivision is McKibbin Commons, named after John who played an integral role in laying the foundation for the organization’s work in the community as a board president. The ten-family complex completes John’s vision for bringing neighbors together to overcome hardship, build something special, and thrive. Learn more about Evergreen Habitat for Humanity.

Leadership Clark County

Founded in 1993 by a group of community leaders, Leadership Clark County is a nonprofit, nonpartisan civic leadership program dedicated to educating people about the challenges facing our community and developing community leaders to meet those challenges. Learn more about the work of Leadership Clark County.

Learn more about Columbia Credit Union’s community support here.