WESTconsin Credit Union offices are collecting non-perishable food products and cash donations for those less fortunate from June 9-21. Items can be dropped off at any WESTconsin location including Amery, Baldwin, Barron, Eau Claire, Ellsworth, Hudson, Menomonie (North, Downtown, and East), New Richmond, Prescott, River Falls, and Spring Valley during regular business hours. All proceeds will be delivered by the credit union to local food pantries for distribution.
Inventory supply needs for food pantries are especially high during summer months, largely due to students being out of school. Many area students receive reduced or free lunches while schools are in session and without the support of the food pantries, these children may not receive adequate nutrition over summer break. Cash donations are especially valuable because for every $1 in cash, food pantries can purchase up to $10 worth of food.