Credit union partners with Red Cross, matches donations

RICHLAND — Gesa Credit Union has partnered with the American Red Cross to accept donations through the end of October at all Gesa branches. All donations collected benefit the Red Cross Washington Wildfire fund, to aid those in need. Gesa will match all donations up to $10,000, according to a press release. Gesa Credit Union members and non-members can visit any Gesa branch to make a donation.

“Our thoughts are with those impacted by and helping to fight these devastating wildfires,” said Don Miller, president and CEO of Gesa Credit Union in a press release. “Gesa will continue to support the American Red Cross in their efforts to aid our communities during this time. We encourage you to stand with us and donate to the American Red Cross to support volunteers and the services they are providing to those in need.”

Beginning with the Evans Canyon fire outside of Naches and extending to dozens of fires across the state in just a few weeks, the American Red Cross has mobilized volunteers to respond to immediate needs, such as shelter, food, replacement of medical items, and mental health support.