WILLISTON, Vt.–New England Federal Credit Union’s most recent Shred Fest shredded 12,000 pounds of documents and destroyed over 430 hard drives.
The events are held to help prevent identity theft by destroying documents and hard drives with sensitive personal information. All Shred Fests are free and open to the public.
Document destruction services are provided by SecurShred, a local company specializing in secure information management solutions. Participants can watch on a video monitor as their documents are shredded.
“Thanks to our staff, SecurShred, and especially to our communities for making our Summer Shred Fest once again so successful,” noted Bill Smith.
Donations Made
Separately, NEFCU also announced that as part of its ongoing effort, four times each year it selects four recipient organizations at random to receive $625 each, for a total of $10,000 annually. NEFCU’s community giving donations for the second quarter of 2021 were:
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Burlington—to provide financial support for the organization’s general fund. Now in its 36th year of operation, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Burlington creates a community to provide home, hope, and refuge when children and their families need it most.
Vermont Works for Women—to support the Employment & Career Services program. VWFW had its origins in 1985 as the first Step Up program in Vermont. Today, the organization helps women and girls recognize their potential to explore and excel in work leading to economic independence.
Special Olympics Vermont—to support the general fund. First incorporated in 1971, Special Olympics Vermont works year-round to help people with intellectual disabilities use the power of sport to showcase their gifts and abilities.
Vermont Cooperative for Practice Improvement and Innovation—funding for the “Mental Health 101” Program. Founded in 2013, VCPI is a statewide cooperative including member organizations that work to improve practices and develop workforces in the Vermont system of mental health care.