DeLuca’s Statement on the Award
“I am humbled by this honor,” said DeLuca. “This award reflects the heart of our entire team and the passion we bring every day to serving our members. This recognition belongs equally to our staff, our executive leadership, our board, and all of the dedicated volunteers who support our mission. While we were founded by firefighters, our commitment extends far beyond them—we proudly serve all first responders, teachers, health-care workers, and the many underserved and underbanked individuals who rely on us as their financial first responders. Our purpose has always been to lift up the whole community, and this award affirms the impact of that mission.” ...