Maine credit unions surpass October fundraising goal to fight food insecurity

Maine credit unions surpass October fundraising goal to fight food insecurity

WESTBROOK — October marked the return of Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger’s annual $100,000 Ending Hunger Challenge. Throughout the month, credit unions across Maine united with one shared goal: to raise $100,000 to help fight food insecurity. This year’s Challenge came during a period of heightened need, with many Mainers affected by the government shutdown and its impact on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Recogniz…

Bulkley Richardson Attorneys, Staff Raise $11,000 to Battle Food Insecurity

SPRINGFIELD — Bulkley Richardson holds an annual campaign to raise funds for the United Way of Pioneer Valley through personal contributions from attorneys and staff. The campaign has become a tradition at the firm for many reasons, making an impact in the local community. This year’s campaign donations will go directly to battling food insecurity. The temporary increases to SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits that were pro…