Connexus Credit Union’s philanthropic program, Connexus Cares, has donated a total of $50,000 divided between two organizations that are on the front lines supporting individuals and families affected by Hurricane Ian.
The recent hurricane is one of the largest natural disasters in Florida’s history, leaving thousands of people struggling and in need of safe shelter, meals, and comfort. To help support efforts to bring aid to Florida residents, Connexus Cares has contributed $25,000 to the American Red Cross and $25,000 to the Salvation Army, with both donations targeting Hurricane Ian response and relief.
“As a national credit union with both members and employees impacted by Hurricane Ian, it’s important that Connexus supports our most valuable assets—our people—with financial donations to organizations that are actively working to get Florida communities critical resources in their time of need,” commented Boyd Gustke, Connexus President & Chief Executive Officer. “The Red Cross and Salvation Army are committed to providing food, hygiene products, emergency supplies, and other immediate needs, along with long-term recovery programs for disaster survivors, and we are extremely grateful for the difficult work they do for the wellbeing of our more than 43,000 resilient Florida members and their communities.”
Read more about the Red Cross relief efforts here, and Salvation Army relief efforts here.