Volt Credit Union Shred Day: Protect Your Identity After Tax Season

Clear the Clutter, Protect Your Identity: Join Volt Credit Union Shred Day on May 9, 2026

Tax season is officially behind us and if you’re like most people, you probably have a stack (or two… or five) of paperwork sitting on your counter, desk, or shoved into a drawer labeled “deal with later.”

Now is that “later.”

Volt Credit Union is hosting Shred Day on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at our Republic Road parking lot, and it’s the perfect opportunity to safely clear out sensitive documents while protecting yourself from identity theft.

Why Shredding Matters

Throwing documents in the trash might seem harmless, but for identity thieves, it’s an easy win.

Anything with personal or financial information can be used to:

Open fraudulent accounts
Access your existing accounts
Steal your identity

Shredding ensures your private information stays exactly that—private.

What Should You Shred After Tax Season?

Post-tax season is the ideal time to review and purge documents you no longer need. Here’s a quick guide:

Definitely Shred:

Old tax returns (generally older than 3–7 years, depending on your situation)
Bank statements you don’t need for records
Credit card statements
Utility bills with personal information
Pay stubs (after verifying against your W-2)
Medical bills and insurance statements
Pre-approved credit offers
Anything with your Social Security number, account numbers, or signature

Keep (Don’t Shred Yet):

Current year tax documents
Important legal documents (wills, titles, deeds)
Investment records
Documents related to ongoing disputes or audits

When in doubt, ask: “Could someone use this information against me?” If yes, shred it.

Volt Makes It Easy (and Safe)

At Volt Credit Union, we believe financial wellness goes beyond accounts and loans, it includes protecting your identity and peace of mind.

That’s why our Shred Day event is:

✅ Secure – Professional shredding ensures documents are destroyed properly
✅ Convenient – Drive up, drop off, and go
✅ Free – Just our way of helping our community stay safe

Location: 2624 W Republic Rd Parking Lot

Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Please note: Paper items only. No plastics, binders, or electronics.

Beyond Shredding: How Volt Helps Protect You

Shredding is just one piece of the puzzle. Volt also supports your financial security with:

Fraud monitoring and account alerts thru our mobile app
Education on scams and identity theft prevention
Secure digital banking tools like Digital Wallet
Personal support when something doesn’t look right

Because protecting your money starts with protecting your information.

Make It a Fresh Start

Think of Shred Day as more than just a cleanup, it’s a reset. It’s chance to declutter your space, reduce stress, and take control of your financial safety.

So gather those piles, load up your car, and let Volt help you turn post-tax chaos into peace of mind.

We’ll See You There

Bring your documents, bring a friend, and leave with one less thing to worry about.

Volt’s Shred Day is your simple step toward smarter, safer financial habits.

Not a member? Join today!