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Everett, WA (January 30, 2025) - NW Plus Credit Union is pleased to announce it has donated $9,500 to local food banks and food pantries as a result of its 2024 Hunger Heroes fundraiser. NW Plus had been accepting cash donations from members through December 31, 2024 and Melissa Figueroa with NW Plus dropped off checks to community partners throughout January.

Here is a breakdown of donations by community partner: 

• Helping Hands Food Bank (Sedro Wolley): $2,000
• Stanwood Camano Food Bank (Stanwood): $3,500
• Arlington Community Food Bank (Arlington): $1,000
• Keep Dreams Alive Foundation Food Pantry (Marysville): $1,000
• Connect Casino Road (Everett): $1,000
• Mill Creek Community Food Bank (Mill Creek): $1,000

"NW Plus Credit Union's support of Helping Hands is instrumental in providing the emergency food and resources for vulnerable members of our community. We are thrilled to partner with the amazing staff at NW Plus CU. Together, we build a stronger Skagit,” said Mandi Rothman, Chief Development Officer, Helping Hands Food Bank.

“As a local, community-focused financial institution, NW Plus Credit Union is committed to strengthening our neighborhoods by supporting organizations that combat food insecurity,” said Torrie Ramos, CEO, NW Plus CU. “Our community always steps up and we are incredibly pleased with how much we were able to raise this year.”