United Federal Credit Union today presented a $5,000 check to the United Way of Southwest Michigan and the Berrien Community Foundation’s Disaster Relief Fund to help with the recovery needs of families impacted by flooding.
Beginning today until March 28, 2018, UFCU will match donations made to this fund for a total donation of up to $10,000.
“The recent flooding in Southwest Michigan has been devastating to our community. A local state of emergency was declared on February 24 after floodwaters destroyed a significant number of homes and businesses. Emergencies like this can create lasting financial hardships and we are hoping to help alleviate some of that burden,” explains UFCU President/CEO Terry O’Rourke. “It’s heartbreaking to see family, friends, and neighbors lose so much. Our Mission is to enhance our Members’ lives and improve our communities, and we are blessed to be in a position to help.”
Donations to be matched by UFCU can be dropped off at any UFCU branch location. To give directly to the Disaster Relief Fund without a matching donation, visit www.uwsm.org/relief or text UWSMRELIEF to 51555. If you’d like to donate cash or a check, please make your check payable to BCF/Disaster Relief Fund and mail to:
Disaster Relief Fund, c/o Berrien Community Foundation
2900 South State Street, Suite 2E
St. Joseph, MI 49085
“On behalf of the Berrien Community Foundation and the American Red Cross, we are very thankful for United Federal Credit Union’s generosity and support. They’ve always been a game-changer in our community, and their contribution to the Disaster Relief Fund is going to make a big difference in helping families recover from the recent floods in Southwest Michigan,” says Anna Murphy, President of United Way of Southwest Michigan.
Additionally, United Federal Credit Union immediately offers its Members affected by the flooding in Berrien and Cass counties special financial relief programs including:
- Opportunity to skip certain loan payments
- No penalty withdrawals on share certificates
- Signature Loan with no payments for 90 days
- Budget counseling and Member Assistance Program
- U First credit card with a low introductory rate
To implement these benefits, Members need to visit their local branch or call our Member Service Center at (888) 982-1400. These opportunities will be available until March 28, 2018.
Breeze Ettl, Chapter Executive of the Red Cross of Berrien and Van Buren Counties; Anna Murphy, President United Way of Southwest Michigan; Terry O’Rourke, President/CEO United Federal Credit Union; Lisa Cripps-Downey, President Berrien Community Foundation.