Interior Savings and Gulf & Fraser Collaborate to Accelerate Wildfire Relief

BRITISH COLUMBIA — As communities across BC continue to face the devastating impacts of the wildfires, two long-serving credit unions have come together to bring about hope and
relief for many.

The collaboration between Interior Savings and Gulf & Fraser has helped raise money for United Way BC’s United for BC Wildfire Recovery Fund. The Fund, announced in August, focuses on helping people in our communities during times of crisis, with essential needs such as food, fuel, and mental health supports.

Through a matching campaign, each credit union pledged $10,000, matching dollar for dollar donations made to the Fund, to accelerate their impact.

Not only did they achieve their fundraising goal they exceeded it, thanks to the generosity of their members and others in the community who opened their hearts and wallets – to the tune of $47,238.

Combined with the contributions made by each of the credit unions, a total of $67,238 was raised, surpassing their target and resulting in even more relief for those affected by the fires.

“When we announced that donations for the campaign would be matched, we hoped to inspire people
to support the cause and maximize our pledge,” says Brian Harris, CEO of Interior Savings. “We couldn’t
be happier with the result. Not only did the community rise to the challenge, they exceeded our
expectations, proving once again we’re stronger when we work together.”

For more information or to donate to United Way BC’s United for BC Wildfire Recovery Fund, please visit their website at www.interiorsavings.com