Centra Foundation and Centra Credit Union are offering an opportunity for community members to support local children in need through local organizations. Instead of buying gifts, Centra members, team members, and community supporters will be able to make a financial donation online or at a Centra location.
The local organizations, such as Columbus Firemen’s Cheer Fund and Turning Point Holiday Store, will use the donations to purchase gifts for the children in need.
Donations will be accepted in Centra locations and online through PayPal now through Dec. 14. Centra will also be matching donations made on Giving Tuesday, Dec. 3, at 25 cents on the dollar, up to a total Centra contribution of $5,000.
“Our Members and community supporters helped raise more than $60,000 last year to help families in need. We greatly appreciate the generosity of our members and supporters and look forward to seeing what we can accomplish together in 2024,” Centra Director of Community Involvement Jenni Carr said.
Donations collected at Centra locations will support the local organization(s) in that community. Members who donate online can leave a note indicating which community they’d like to support. A list of the supported organization can be found at Centra.org.
“The Holiday Giving Program gives Centra Members the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others. I look forward to this program every year and am inspired by the generosity of our members and team members. Every dollar raised provides for a child in need and truly exemplifies the Credit Union philosophy of “People Helping People,” Centra President and CEO Rick Silvers said.
