VSECU Responds to Increased Demand for Charitable Food

The Vermont Foodbank reported that during the last weeks of 2007, demand for charitable food out paced product donation- and food shelves and pantries across the state were struggling to meet the need of their communities. VSECU heard the reports and being a strong supporter of the Vermont Foodbank's charitable mission, responded with an additional generous gift.
"On behalf of our members, staff and volunteers at VSECU, I am pleased to be able to donate an additional $5,000 to the Vermont Foodbank for 2007," said Steven D. Post, VSECU's Chief Executive Officer. "It is clear that too many Vermonters find themselves in crisis this time of year as fuel and other needs further draw on the family's financial resources, so we hope our donation will be of particular help to these families. VSECU thanks the staff of the Vermont Foodbank for all their hard work to feed the hungry in our state."
Doug O'Brien, CEO of the Vermont Foodbank stated, "For fourteen consecutive years, VSECU has stood by us in our mission- making charitable donations each year. This holiday season, VSECU went above and beyond the call of duty with another gift of $5,000. With the many additional pressures on low-income families this year -- rising fuel and heating oil costs, rising food prices and housing costs -- the members of the VSECU are providing a great service to needy families in our communities. The Vermont Foodbank, our network partners, and the more than 66,000 Vermonters we serve are so grateful to VSECU and their members for their continued support. VSECU is an outstanding example of good corporate citizenship and community partnership. We are proud of our affiliation with the members and leadership of the VSECU."