In response to the devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton in the Tampa Bay area, Achieva Credit Union is partnering with the Pinellas County School Board (PCSB) to launch the Educational System Relief Loans. This program is designed to provide financial support to all full-time school system employees who have been impacted by the recent natural disasters.
“Teachers and school staff are the heart of our community, and these hurricanes have deeply impacted their lives. We’re committed to doing everything possible to lighten their load and stand by them as they recover," said Jennifer Galley, COO of Achieva Credit Union. "This loan program is one way we’re showing our unwavering support, offering financial relief so they can focus on rebuilding not just their homes, but their sense of stability and hope."
Full-time staff members in the PCSB school system, including all educators, are eligible to apply for low-interest loans ranging from $500 to $3,000. The program officially launched on October 4th, following Hurricane Helene, and more than one hundred thousand dollars in relief aid has already been disbursed.
The Educational System Relief Loan program will run through November 30, 2024. Applicants are encouraged to visit the PCSB website, pcsb.org, to learn more about how to qualify and apply. In addition to financial relief, Achieva Credit Union is offering free school supply kits for Partner in Education (PIE) account holders in good standing whose schools were adversely impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. These bank accounts are set up especially for members of our community in public service professions including educators, first responders, healthcare workers and the military.
For more information on Achieva Credit Union and its programs, please visit Achievacu.com.