FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Anchorage, AK – As part of its continuing mission to support charitable organizations that benefit children, veterans, and local food banks and pantries, the Global Credit Union Foundation donated $117,500 to community nonprofits in Alaska, Arizona, and Washington.
“Being able to support the everyday missions of our nonprofit partners is a long-standing priority of the Global Credit Union Foundation,” said Noel Gabler, executive director, Global Credit Union Foundation. “We’re fortunate that day after day, year after year, Global members generously donate their money to help these causes.”
Recipients of funds include:
Armed Services YMCA – Enhances the lives of military members and their families in spirit, mind, and body through programs relevant to the unique challenges of military life.
Alaska Legal Services – Offers free civil legal services to low-income and disadvantaged people to protect their safety, their health, and promote family stability.
Cancer Support Community Arizona – Uplifts and strengthens people impacted by cancer by providing support, fostering compassionate communities, and breaking down barriers to care.
Kenai River Sportfishing Association – Teaching kids to fish at an early age, so they’ll learn to love the sport as adults and appreciate the need to ensure fish remain a sustainable resource in Alaska.
Vanessa Behan – Providing immediate refuge for children and support to strengthen families.
Phoenix Children’s Hospital – To advance hope, healing, and the best health care for children and their families.
Stand Down Alaska – Providing food, clothing, and health screenings to homeless and at-risk Veterans.
Operation Spokane Heroes – Providing support for local Spokane area military personnel and their families.
More About Global Credit Union Foundation
For twenty years, the Global Credit Union Foundation has supported 501(c)(3) charitable organizations that provide needs-based services to children, Veterans, and active-duty members of the military and their families. Since its inception, the Foundation has distributed more than $4 million to these organizations and is honored to assist those that provide direct services in support of its mission. Additional information about the Global Credit Union Foundation is available at globalcufoundation.org.