Vermont Business Magazine In celebration of “802 Day” on August 1, 802 Credit Union proudly donated a total of $8,020 to ten local nonprofit organizations across the state—highlighting its ongoing commitment to community, compassion, and credit union values.
Each 802CU branch and operations team selected a local organization to receive an $802 donation, spreading meaningful impact across Vermont. From food insecurity and animal welfare to youth services and environmental stewardship, the donations reflect the diverse needs of the communities 802CU serves.
Donation recipients included:
- Brattleboro Branch – Interaction Youth Services
- Brattleboro Ops Team – Windham County Humane Society
- Barre Branch – Branches of Hope
- Bellows Falls Branch – Our Place
- Putney Branch – Putney Community Suppers
- South Burlington Branch – Hunger Free Vermont
- Springfield Branch – Springfield Police Association
- Townshend Branch – Caleb’s Cherubs Educational Fund
- White River Branch – White River Partnership
- Windsor Branch – Windsor Food Shelf
“802 Day is all about celebrating where we live, work, and serve, and there’s no better way to do that than by giving back to the organizations making a real difference every day,” said Stacey Benoit, COO of 802 Credit Union. “We’re proud to support these incredible groups and the vital work they do in our communities.”
In addition to donations, 802 Day was celebrated in all 802CU branches with member giveaways, treats, and a surprise $8.02 gift deposited into the accounts of thousands of members, further reinforcing the credit union’s commitment to people over profit.
For more information about 802 Credit Union’s community impact, visit www.802cu.com.
Vermont — August 1, 802 Credit Union
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