COLUMBUS, IN (November 5, 2025) |
Centra Credit Union and the Centra Foundation are proud to announce a donation totaling $100,000 to local food banks across the Communities they serve, including their locations in Jamestown, New York, and Whitakers, North Carolina. This initiative is part of Centra’s ongoing commitment to supporting those in need and directly addresses the growing issue of food insecurity, especially as the holiday season approaches.
“At Centra, our commitment to giving back is deeply rooted in who we are,” Centra President and CEO Rick Silvers said. “Our Members, Communities and Team Members support us every day, and we believe it’s our responsibility as a trusted financial partner to give back in meaningful and impactful ways when we are able. By distributing these donations equitably across food banks throughout our footprint, we hope to help ease some of the burden through current hardships and as the holiday season approaches.”
This donation comes at a critical time. With uncertainty surrounding SNAP food benefits, many individuals and families may face disruptions in receiving essential support over the coming months. As a result, local food banks are likely to experience increased demand from their communities. Centra’s goal is to partner with these organizations to help meet that need, ensuring that the combined donation of $100,000 is distributed equitably to provide meals and relief to those who need it most.
The following organizations will be receiving donations:
Bartholomew County
- $25,000 to Love Chapel
- $5,000 to Community Center of Hope
Boone County
- $2,000 to The Caring Center
Brown County
- $2,000 to Mother’s Cupboard
Clark/Floyd
- $2,000 to First Baptist Hope Center
- $18,000 – Additional organizations to be announced soon!
Decatur County
- $2,000 Decatur County Agape Center
Harrison County
- $2,000 to Harrison County Community Services Food Pantry
Jackson County
- $7,000 to Anchor House
Jefferson County
- $3,000 to Jefferson County House of Hope
Jennings County
- $5,000 to Good Samaritan Food Pantry
Johnson County
- $2,000 to Interchurch Food Pantry of Johnson County
Marion and surrounding counties
- $10,000 to Gleaners
Outside of Indiana
- $2,000 to St. Susan Center (Jamestown, NY)
- $2,000 to Military Missions In Action (Whitakers, NC)
Scott County
- $7,000 to Scott County Community Clearinghouse
Shelby County
- $2,000 to Salvation Army of Shelbyville
Washington County
- $2,000 to Washington County Food Bank
Centra recently celebrated its 85th anniversary on October 31 as a trusted, not-for-profit financial institution. With nearly a century of service, Centra remains true to their vision of creating value for their Members, Team Members and Communities they serve.
Looking ahead, Centra’s dedication to community support remains stronger than ever. To learn more about Centra Credit Union and its charitable giving, visit Centra.org.