This local credit union seeks donations for Ukrainian refugees. Here’s how to help
A local credit union with branches in Pierce County donated funds to support Ukrainian refugees and is asking others to do the same.
Kitsap Credit Union is seeking tax-deductible donations for the United Nations Ukraine Humanitarian Fund online at crisisrelief.un.org/ukraine-crisis. It also identified the International Rescue Committee, CARE USA, Mercy Corps, and Save the Children as places that those looking to help can donate.
“The heartfelt appeal delivered by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to the United States Congress inspired many from around the world to show their support to the country being stricken with war,” credit union leaders said in a March 21 news release. “Kitsap Credit Union has already donated $10,000 in support of Ukrainian refugees and has created a campaign in hopes of encouraging others in their community to contribute towards helping the people of the besieged country.”
Donations to the humanitarian fund help with shelter, water, food and safety, according to the credit union. More than 3.5 million people in the country have been displaced.
“Our hearts and thoughts go out to our Ukrainian neighbors, and although separated by distance, we stand beside them at the most devastating moment of their lives,” Kitsap Credit Union CEO Shawn Gilfedder said in the news release.
The credit union has branches in the Puyallup area, one in Gig Harbor and many throughout Kitsap County.
“The credit union has kicked off a campaign through their local branches, website, and social media platforms,” the news release said. “With animated messages, informational posts, as well as appeal videos from Kitsap Credit Union team members, the organization is encouraging their members and community to show their support for Ukrainian families in need.”
