EAST HARTFORD, Conn.–American Eagle Financial Credit Union (FCU) donated more than $3,200 to United for Puerto Rico to help with relief efforts following hurricanes Irma and Maria, which devastated the islands of Puerto Rico.
American Eagle FCU employees began raising funds at the company’s all-employee meeting the day after Puerto Rico was hit directly by Category 5 storm Maria. The donations were subsequently matched by the CU’s senior leadership team, followed by the organization’s community fund. As a show of solidarity and support for employee efforts, members of American Eagle FCU’s board contributed to the fundraiser.
“Our hearts go out to all of those impacted by this terrible disaster,” said Dean Marchessault, president and CEO of American Eagle FCU. “We have many members and employees who have family and friends in Puerto Rico, so it’s important to show our support. We hope our donation provides some relief to those in need.”