Patelco CU Supports Second Harvest of Silicon Valley and Food Security Among Seniors

DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA - Patelco Credit Union, a Bay Area-based credit union dedicated to the financial wellness of its members and communities, is passionate about giving back and is committed to supporting organizations helping food security in the communities it serves.

Food banks have tripled the amount of food they are distributing in response to the increased needs that arose with the pandemic. To meet this need many food banks, including Second Harvest of Silicon Valley, have created home delivery programs for seniors who have a difficult time getting out to get the food they need.

Patelco team members recently gathered to write hundreds of thoughtful messages inside cards to be included with food boxes to help spread some extra holiday cheer among seniors in need in the community.

“Second Harvest of Silicon Valley makes an incredible difference in our community and is providing valuable and essential services to so many right now,” said Wendy Haller, Patelco’s vice president of member experience. “We’ve always prioritized supporting food security and the need has never been greater – it has tripled since the onset of the pandemic and we will continue our dedication and support.”

Dublin, Calif.-based Patelco Credit Union is a not-for-profit credit union committed to serving the financial health and wellbeing of its membership. With more than 400,000 members primarily in and around northern California, Patelco is committed to improving their members’ financial well-being and fueling hope and opportunity for its members by offering personalized solutions, advice, and expertise that empower them to achieve personal financial freedom. Founded in 1936 with $500 in assets by employees of the Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company, Patelco is in the top one percent of U.S. credit unions with more than $8 billion in assets. For more information, visit https:// www.patelco.org/.