Tennessee Credit Unions Host Grocery Giveaway
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PRESS RELEASE from the Tennessee Credit Union League
CHATTANOOGA Tenn. (Thursday, Dec. 19) — On Wednesday, credit unions from across Tennessee hosted a statewide Grocery Giveaway Campaign providing shoppers with more than $45,000 in free groceries in a single day just ahead of Christmas. The giveaway is a collaborative initiative by Tennessee credit unions to help make holiday meals accessible and offset rising food costs.
Shoppers at 25 grocery stores throughout the state were blessed with free groceries courtesy of Tennessee credit unions. The statewide Grocery Giveaway Campaign exemplifies the credit union mission of people helping people. As not-for-profit financial cooperatives, credit unions are owned and controlled by the people, or members, who use their services.
“The statewide Grocery Giveaway Campaign is just one example of the credit union difference,” said Fred Robinson, president and CEO of the Tennessee Credit Union League, the trade association for Tennessee’s 129 credit unions. “Every day, Tennessee credit unions help to advance the financial well-being of their members. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive financially.”
Credit unions were established to ensure everyone has access to safe, affordable financial services. More than 100 years later, Tennessee credit unions are committed to the financial well-being for all. The credit union’s member-owner structure provides higher savings rates, reduced fees, and lower loan rates.
“Being part of this statewide grocery giveaway was a heartwarming experience. Seeing the smiles and gratitude from families in our community reminded me of the true spirit of the holiday season—coming together to make a meaningful difference. It’s a privilege to work with a credit union that values giving back and spreading joy during this special time of year,” said Jourdan Reyes with Scenic Community Credit Union.
Those whose groceries were covered through the Grocery Giveaway Campaign were overjoyed to receive such a blessing! Here are just a few of the excited reactions from those who were helped:
- “Are you for real?!”
- “Oh no, you didn’t?!”
- “Santa Claus is alive!”
- “Thank you and I appreciate you all so much!”
To learn more about Tennessee credit unions, please visit yourleague.org/peoplehelpingpeople.
About Tennessee Credit Union League:
Formed in 1934, Tennessee Credit Union League is a 501 (c) (6) non-profit trade association for Tennessee credit unions. Their mission is to promote and support the success and advancement of credit unions in Tennessee by helping them meet their service and structural goals. For more information, visit yourleague.org.
