Northern Credit Union has donated thousands of dollars to various Ottawa Valley-based charities and organizations.
The bank announced on Friday, December 19th that it had donated $130,000 to various causes across Ontario through its “Giving for Good” initiative, supporting the various communities the bank operates out of.
“Giving back is part of who we are year-round, but there’s something especially meaningful about running our Giving for Good campaign during the holiday season,” explains Jessie Wright, a Communications and Community Investment Specialist with Northern Credit Union.
“This time of year, needs become more visible, pressures increase, and community connection matters more than ever. Each donation is a step toward a brighter future for people in our communities, and we are proud to play a role in that.”
The following Renfrew County-based charities received funding through the initiative this year:
- Arnprior and District Food Bank
- Barry’s Bay Senior Citizens Home Support Services’ Meals on Wheels program
- Carefor Health and Community Services in Pembroke
- Deep River and District Health Foundation
- First Step Options Pregnancy Resource Centre in Pembroke
- Hospice Renfrew Community
- Madawaska Valley Association for Community Living
- Ontario SPCA Renfrew County
- St. Joseph’s Food Bank in Pembroke
- The Longer Table in Arnprior
A total of 57 charities benefited from the Giving for Good campaign this year, in communities like Thunder Bay, Timmins and Sault Ste. Marie.
(Written by Steve Berard)