DuPage Credit Union Raises over $6,400 to Benefit DuPage County Students in Need

NAPERVILLE, IL (June 25, 2020) — DuPage Credit Union would like to thank everyone who generously donated to its June 19th Drive, Drop & Donate fundraiser. During its seventh-annual shred and electronic recycling event, the Credit Union raised a record $6,435.92 which will be used to purchase school supply kits for DuPage County students in need.

“We’re ecstatic about raising nearly twice as much as we have in previous years,” said Amy Brandt, Vice President of Business Solutions at DuPage Credit Union. “We’re humbled by the generosity of our members and the community. With these uncertain times, we didn’t know what to expect in regards to turnout. The money raised during the event went beyond our highest expectations and we’ll be able to help even more students start the school year with the tools necessary to succeed in the classroom.”

The school supply kits will be distributed to students attending Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet’s Annual Back-to-School Fair on August 5th at the DuPage County Fairgrounds in Wheaton, which benefits DuPage County students in need through the DuPage Regional Office of Education.

To date, the Credit Union has surpassed its 2020 goal of $10,000 and has raised $16,951 for its We’ve Got Your Back fundraising campaign; and will continue to take donations through July 31st. To make a donation or learn more, visit dupagecu.com/community/weve-got-your-back.

Thank you to our Drive, Drop & Donate sponsor, The Rusin-Fulco Realty Group for sponsoring the event for the fourth-straight year.

About DuPage Credit Union

DuPage Credit Union is more than just a bank we’re a member-owned financial institution united by a common spirit. As a not-for-profit credit union with more than 37,000 Members, we’re energized to create memorable banking experiences to help with life’s events, big and small. We offer financial solutions to anyone who lives or works in DeKalb, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry and Will counties; or attends school in DuPage County. To learn more about DuPage Credit Union, visit dupagecu.com, call or stop by a Branch Office. Deposits are insured to $250,000 per account by American Share Insurance. By Members' Choice this institution is not federally insured. DuPage Credit Union is an Equal Housing Opportunity Lender. NMLS #445096. DuPage Credit Union…banking inspired.

About DuPage Regional Office of Education

The DuPage ROE provides a range of services, including: professional development, teacher certification, technology training, school improvement, student support, assessment, health, life safety and other related services to the 42 public school districts and 161,000 students of DuPage County.

About Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet is a faith-based organization that provides service to people in need and calls others of good will to do the same. The programs and services provided by Catholic Charities in DuPage County include homeless prevention services, emergency services, counseling, Kathy Paulsen Hope House homeless shelter, alternative housing programs, and services for veterans. To learn more about the programs and services provided by Catholic Charities, visit catholiccharitiesjoliet.org.