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New commitment strengthens decades-long partnership to fight food insecurity in Ventura County
VENTURA COUNTY — Ventura County Credit Union (VCCU) on Feb. 5 announced a $500,000 commitment to Food Share of Ventura County to support the construction of Food Share’s new 85,000-square-foot facility. The partnership represents VCCU’s largest investment in the organization and builds upon decades of collaboration through donations and volunteer support.
“This long-term partnership with Food Share aligns with VCCU’s commitment to investing in the community and the organizations that ensure our community has access to essential resources,” said Linda Rossi, President and CEO of VCCU. “We believe in giving back to the organizations that enrich the lives of those we serve, and Food Share’s mission to address food insecurity is critical to the wellbeing of our entire community.”
The new warehouse will enable Food Share to centralize operations, which currently span three separate facilities that have reached capacity. Food Share serves approximately 250,000 Ventura County neighbors annually and distributes 21 million pounds of food, equivalent to 17.5 million meals, each year.
“VCCU’s generous commitment comes at a pivotal moment for our organization and the community we serve,” said Monica White, Food Share president and CEO. “The need for food assistance continues to grow, and our current facilities have reached their limits. This new warehouse will transform our ability to meet that need and will provide the capacity to distribute 40 million pounds of food annually by 2040.”
While VCCU has collaborated with Food Share for decades, the credit union has intensified its support over the past two years specifically for the capital campaign, recognizing the urgent need for expanded infrastructure to serve the residents of Ventura County.
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About Ventura County Credit Union
Ventura County Credit Union was chartered in 1950. It is the largest credit union headquartered in Ventura County, with eight offices, more than 80,000 members and more than $1 billion in total assets. VCCU offers a complete line of loans, federally insured savings, 24-hour electronic access services and more. Call 1-800-339-0496 or visit http://www.vccuonline.net for more information.