Together Credit Union has delivered 1,200 N95 particulate respirator masks by 3M to the St. Louis Metropolitan Pandemic Taskforce and 100 additional masks to Abbott EMS. Healthcare workers at BJC HealthCare, SSM Health, and St. Luke’s Hospital, and Abbott ambulance technicians will benefit from the donation.
“Our business continuity team discovered a surplus of N95 masks, which we knew immediately could be a great benefit for medical professionals fighting the COVID-19 virus on the front lines,” said Pier Alsup, Chief Community Engagement & Social Responsibility Officer.
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As of April 13th, there have been 4,388 confirmed cases and 114 deaths from COVID-19 in Missouri, with St. Louis City and St. Louis County accounting for over half of each.
“St. Louis is the most affected region in Missouri by the COVID-19 pandemic. Together Credit Union is committed to the important role we play in individuals’ lives and the communities we serve, and we are proud to support and thank the medical professionals who risk exposure daily in their vital role caring for patients,” added Alsup.
To show thanks for medical professionals in the St. Louis region, Together Credit Union is also a proud partner in the Kindness Meals STL initiative. Led by Park Central Development, Kindness Meals support emergency center staff and local businesses. Meals are made by local restaurants and delivered to ER front-line teams at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital and Saint Louis University Hospital seven days a week.
For more information regarding this announcement, please contact Julie Linder, Public Relations & Events Strategist, by calling (573) 268-0639.
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