ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.–US Eagle FCU here is partnering with New Mexico Gas Co. to help 85 families across the state affected by the COVID-19 pandemic with their utility bills.
The credit union recently marked its 85th anniversary. Residents of Albuquerque, Bernalillo, Farmington, and Santa Fe who were behind on their bills are among those selected. Each household received $100 toward each of their New Mexico Gas Co. accounts.
“We’re thankful that US Eagle Federal Credit Union has graciously rewarded some of our customers by paying their natural gas bills. I know it means a lot to our customers, many of whom are struggling as a result of the pandemic. If other customers are in need of financial assistance with their natural gas bills, we ask that they please contact us,” said New Mexico Gas Company President Ryan Shell.
Added Marsha Majors, president and CEO of US Eagle, “It was important that we found a meaningful way to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity for not only our 85th Anniversary but GivingTuesday. The pandemic has impacted many local businesses and individuals, causing many to fall behind on their monthly expenses. Having to choose which basic need to fulfill first should never be a decision anyone has to make.”
The credit union said in 2021 its new US Eagle Foundation will seek to help more community development programs that share the same People Helping People mission.
The $1.1-billion US Eagle FCU has approximately 81,000 members.