Recognizing that maintaining the resources necessary to help the communities they call home during the current pandemic, United Federal Credit Union has stepped up big time with donations totaling $20,000 to the American Red Cross this week.
As nonprofits around the country work to support communities struggling during the pandemic, United Federal has announce their donation of $20,000 to aid the Red Cross. United officials say they are honored to help organizations like the American Red Cross continue to make a difference in the communities where the credit union team works and lives.
The donation is part of a continued partnership between United and the American Red Cross to ensure local communities have the resources necessary to manage emergencies and challenging times. American Red Cross chapters across the country have seen an increase in need from individuals and families during 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, including financial, personal protective equipment, and other important resources.
Todd James, Executive Director for the American Red Cross of North Central Ohio, says, “We truly appreciate this generous donation from United and their support of the Red Cross mission in the community,” adding,“This gift will provide vital support to help those who turn to the Red Cross when disaster strikes, for service members, veterans and their families who need support in times of crisis and for those who count on a safe, stable blood supply for area hospitals.”
The donation will be split among eight chapters in six states, with the following chapters each receiving $2,500:
- Fort Smith, Arkansas
- Northwest Chapter, Merrillville, Indiana
- West Michigan, Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Southwest Michigan, Kalamazoo, Michigan
- Western North Carolina, Asheville, North Carolina
- Blue Ridge Piedmont, Hickory, North Carolina
- Northern Nevada, Reno Nevada
- Greater Columbus, Columbus, Ohio
Kaylee Ganus, United’s Senior Vice President of Marketing, says, “United recognizes the important work the American Red Cross provides in the communities where we work and live. This year has provided unique challenges for all of us, but especially for organizations like theirs who offer first line help to our neighbors.” She adds,“Our team at United is dedicated to improving our hometowns, and know this donation will provide relief to those that are impacted by small and big disasters.”
The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. They aspire to turn compassion into action so that all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope. Some important initiatives include:
- Preparing communities for disasters
- Providing access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products
- Supporting members of the armed services and their families
- Training individuals to use their Red Cross skills to save lives in an emergency
United Federal Credit Union has served its members since 1949 by helping them to build a sound financial future, and consists of more than 177,000 member/owners worldwide, while managing assets in excess of $3.2 billion. United’s corporate offices and main branch are in St. Joseph, with additional branches elsewhere in Michigan as well as in Arkansas, Indiana, Nevada, North Carolina, and Ohio. For more information visit online at: http://www.unitedfcu.com
