NAPERVILLE, Ill.—Employees of the Illinois Credit Union System (ICUS) significantly increased their efforts during their annual summer food drive for the Naperville-based Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry. As a result, they donated more than 1,100 pounds of food to help feed their hungry neighbors.
ICUS employees collected the pantry’s most needed items, such as canned goods; potatoes and onions; boxed goods including cereal, rice, and pasta; as well as gift bags containing party favors, decorations and cake serving supplies. These special extras were donated to help bring joy to underprivileged children during times of celebration.
“This food drive is the perfect intersection of our collective missions,” said Tom Kane, president of the Illinois Credit Union League. “Credit unions exist to help people, not make a profit. Our goal is to serve all our members and residents well, including those of modest means. This compassionate act of community service will play an important role in the lives of those who are hungry.”