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Since 2017, more than $56,000 has been raised for food assistance programs on University of Maine System campuses through the UCU Ending Hunger on Campus Campaign, traditionally held during the month of December.
This year, University Credit Union (UCU) is matching its Ending Hunger donations dollar-for-dollar, up to a total of $25,000, and has broadened the scope of its efforts to include community-based food assistance programs. Funds donated through UCU will go to the Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger and provide a critical source of supplement funding to help cover local food assistance programs’ operational expenses and inventory.
“The fight against food insecurity on our campuses and in our communities has never been more urgent, and the battleground has shifted, as many traditional students who might otherwise be on campus are home due to the pandemic, as are many nontraditional students and families who live and work locally,” said Renee Ouellette, UCU President and CEO. “By broadening the scope of our annual Ending Hunger on Campus Campaign, we can better direct resources to food assistance programs within reach of as many Mainers as possible.”
Anyone can participate in the UCU Ending Hunger Campaign and have their donation matched; credit union membership is not required. To give back another way, the credit union also is asking individuals to consider donating time by contacting a food pantry in their area to safely volunteer.