TAMPA— In response to the widespread devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Suncoast Credit Union has announced an $850,000 donation to support recovery efforts throughout the state.
The funds will be distributed among 13 nonprofit organizations that are providing critical services in the areas most affected by the storms, with a focus on hunger relief, crisis management, and education.
The donations are targeted to provide immediate and long-term support to communities hit hardest by the hurricanes. The funds will be allocated as follows:
- American Red Cross – $250,000
- Tri County Community Resource Center – $100,000
- United Way Suncoast – $75,000
- Feeding Tampa Bay – $75,000
- Hillsborough Education Foundation – $70,000
- Charlotte Education Foundation – $50,000
- Education Foundation of Manatee County - $50,000
- Pasco Education Foundation – $50,000
- Pinellas Education Foundation – $50,000
- Education Foundation of Sarasota County - $50,000
- Dixie Board of Public Instruction – $10,000
- Gilchrist Education Foundation – $10,000
- Levy Education Foundation – $10,000
“As Floridians recover from the severe impacts of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Suncoast Credit Union is committed to being a trusted partner in rebuilding lives and restoring hope,” said Kevin Johnson, President and CEO, Suncoast Credit Union. “By working alongside these thirteen organizations, we hope to help fill the gap to help support families, rebuild lives and ensure our schools and students have the resources they need to thrive. Our commitment reaches beyond the storm’s immediate aftermath—because we are true partners with the communities we serve.”