Community Commitment

 


Euclid Hunger Center

Through the pandemic, the Euclid Hunger Center has continued its commitment to Euclid residents by offering free food to those who need it. EFCU staff has supported EHC’s cause by raising money and volunteering time to help prepare the food for distribution. If you or someone in the Euclid area is in need, you can contact them by phone at (216) 731-3329.

 

Thanks to everyone who participated in the Thanksgiving Dinner basket at the Euclid and Willoughby Hills branches, EFCU was able to donate $208.00 to the Euclid Hunger Center. We were able to raise an additional $200.00 from the Malley’s candy bar sales bringing us to a total of $408.00 for the EHC. If you are interested in donating or volunteering, visit their website for more information.

 

Lincoln / Logan Food Pantry

Another one of our community partners is the Lincoln / Logan Food Pantry. Located in Lincoln, Illinois, the LLFP organizes the collection of food donations and distributions to those in need in the Logan county area. This food pantry relies on both volunteers and donations to best serve those that need help – especially during the COVID-19 pandemic and the holidays.

 

With the help of the Lincoln Eaton Family Credit Union Members, we were able to donate $252.00 to the Lincoln / Logan Food Pantry from the proceeds of the Thanksgiving Dinner Basket Raffle. If you would like to donate, volunteer, or need help, you can reach them by phone at (217) 732 – 6644.

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