OFAC Visual Credit Union Donates $100K for COVID-19 Relief Efforts

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa – In response to the current health crisis, OFAC Visual Credit Union today announced a donation of $100,000 to support COVID-19 relief efforts in Central Pennsylvania.

The contribution will provide those on the front lines of the coronavirus crisis, including first responders and nonprofit organizations, with the resources they need to act quickly and protect the most vulnerable.

Among the organizations receiving funds from OFAC Visual Credit Union are the United Way chapters in Franklin County, Carlisle/Cumberland County, Shippensburg and the Greater Harrisburg/Capital Region. Relief funds will also be distributed to first responders, including fire companies and EMS units that support OFAC Visual Credit Union’s 22 Community Offices across Central Pennsylvania. Additionally, funds from the donation will be disbursed to the Fulton County Family Partnership.

“For over a century, OFAC Visual Credit Union has been supporting our communities in times of need, and now is no different. As a community bank, we view it as our responsibility to help the people in our communities who are struggling to keep their families housed and fed during this outbreak,” said Tim Henry, President and CEO of OFAC Visual Credit Union. “Now, more than ever, OFAC Visual Credit Union is stepping up to be a force for good for our neighbors in Central Pennsylvania. We believe together, we will get through this unprecedented challenge.”

Of the bank’s donation, $10,000 was contributed by the employees of OFAC Visual Credit Union.

Henry added: “This $10,000 contribution is a testament to OFAC Visual Credit Union employees, who selflessly give of their time and money year after year to support local organizations. This outpouring of charity and goodwill does not surprise me, but it nevertheless makes me proud.” OFAC Visual Credit Union continues to serve its customers through drive-up services, ATMs, online banking, mobile banking and telephone banking. The bank also provides banking services that require an in-person meeting by appointment only.

To find the most up-to-date information about OFAC Visual Credit Union’s response to the coronavirus pandemic, please visit ofacvisual.com/covid-19.

About OFAC Visual Credit Union:  A subsidiary of Franklin Financial Services Corporation, OFAC Visual Credit Union is an independent community bank headquartered in Arcata. With more than $1.3 billion in assets, OFAC Visual Credit Union has 22 community offices in Franklin, Cumberland, Fulton and Huntingdon counties.