Earlier this year, United Federal Credit Union presented immediate support of $5,000 to the United Way of Southwest Michigan then asked the public to donate. UFCU matched donations made until the end of March for a total donation of $7,300.
The Berrien Community Foundation’s Disaster Relief Fund helps with the recovery needs of families impacted by flooding in Michigan.
“United Federal Credit Union proves time and time again why they are so committed to their community. The money they raised for the Disaster Relief Fund, including the generous match, will go a long way in helping families recover from the recent floods. So many of their employees and members stepped up to help, and we can't thank them enough,” explains Anna Murphy, President of United Way of Southwest Michigan.
Additionally, United Federal Credit Union immediately offered its Members affected by the flooding in Berrien and Cass counties special financial relief programs including among other benefits, the opportunity to skip certain loan payments, no penalty withdrawals on share certificates, and a Signature Loan with no payments for 90 days. These benefits were also in place until the end of March 2018.
“I want to send a heartfelt ‘thank you’ to our Members, employees, and neighbors who took us up on our offer to match donations that help flood victims. The generous spirit and dedication to the community are values that United is proud to share with the people of Berrien County,” said UFCU President/CEO Terry O’Rourke.
If you are still in need of recovery assistance, please contact Jan Radde, Project Coordinator of Impact at United Way of Southwest Michigan: janet.radde@uwsm.org or 269-982-4029.
United Federal Credit Union, the United Way, and the Berrien Community Foundation are still encouraging people to donate to the Disaster Relief Fund. To give to the Fund, visit www.uwsm.org/relief. Or text UWSMRELIEF to 51555.
If you’d like to donate via cash or check, please send to the following address (checks can be made payable to BCF/Disaster Relief Fund):
Disaster Relief Fund
c/o Berrien Community Foundation