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I may have mentioned before on how incredibly AWESOME credit unions are. Take a peek at this quick read on how credit union team members make a difference in your community! #foxcu #credituniondifference #creditunionsrock #peoplehelpingpeople https://lnkd.in/g54h_9gF

For over thirty-five years, the Anne Arundel County Food Bank (AACFB) has provided critical services such as food, emergency supplies, and other necessities free of charge to our network pantry partners and the neighbors we serve. During the pandemic crisis through the relief provided by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), AACFB was awarded approximately $1.3M annually for four consecutive years to meet the high demand for food assistance. The COVID-relief funding to support hunger relief efforts that the food bank has relied on to meet the demand will end in June 2024. Yet the need for supplemental food in our community remains alarmingly high. Currently, AACFB is averaging more than 48,000 points of service monthly. This is 13% more than this time last year. Join us at one of Anne Arundel County's upcoming budget town hall meetings to testify to the positive impact that the work of the Food Bank has on you, your immediate community, and/or the County as a whole. Partnership at the county level is needed now more than ever to ensure that the people of Anne Arundel County experiencing food insecurity can continue to access fresh, nourishing food, free of charge. #advocacy #foodinsecurity #annearundelcounty  

Happy Fri-YAY! Let's kickstart the weekend with a dose of trivia! What's the most creative way you've ever saved money? Share your budget-savvy stories below! #Jummatmubarak #CreativeSaving #BudgetSavvyStories #WeekendKickoff #Mykayiapp #Kayiway #Digitalbanking

There are politicians who benefit financially through every crisis. Let’s look at the drug issues. They have no intention of solving the problem. Look at the politicians heavily invested in or sponsored by the big pharmaceutical companies. Who benefits from this issue? Who makes Narcan? Big pharmaceutical companies. Who pays for Narcan? The tax payers. Money laundering at its finest. This is why I’m getting into politics. I spent 16 years as a licensed financial consultant, scrutinizing every transaction of the general public against the anti money laundering laws. I began to realize that I needed to look closely at the political system of this country. It’s time we fix this. My nephew has been in rehab since May. He was 4 months into a 12 month program, and realized he wasn’t focused on trying to learn to live without it. He started over in September. I think he is focused on learning the program and tools that will help him stay clean afterwards. Now, we can turn our attention to the energy sector in Texas. I have employees and former employees of the Texas Railroad Commission working with my campaign. I have been told that the Commission is overpaying to plug and abandon the orphaned wells across the state. Who is paying to plug these wells? You guessed it, the taxpayers. Texas is taking millions of dollars from the federal government to plug the wells. There are those politicians heavily invested in the companies that get the contracts to do the work; while other companies are told the Commission can’t endorse their business or product. It’s time we put Texas politics on the Right track. I need your help to begin the process. Would you consider a $10 donation to my campaign? I am taking on the entire Republican Establishment of Texas in my first race March 5th, 2024. Once I win the primary race, I will have to defeat thethe Democrat nominee and those who run as third party. I’m in it to win it for you. #politicsandlaw #politics #political #texas #texasinsurance #oilandgas #addiction #addictionawareness #addictionrecovery #addictiontreatment #greed #matlock4rrc #newstoday #newstoday #newsalert #newsolutions #newspaper https://lnkd.in/gzervY6y

Americans are doing a lot of things post-COVID, like traveling, eating out (a lot) & playing Pickleball. One thing they’re not doing…SAVE MONEY. Acorns is trying to change that. My interview with CEO Noah Kerner #businessnews #finance #savings #financialadvice #financialliteracy #money #ceo #ceolife Cheddar 📺 https://lnkd.in/e9QiGnnh

Amidst rising economic uncertainties, Southwest Louisiana Credit Union stands out for its unwavering commitment to serving diverse member needs, including those with less-than-perfect credit histories or modest financial means. Chad Miller, CEO of Southwest Louisiana Credit Union illuminates the pivotal role of credit unions as pillars of community resilience and financial stability in his #FinottaFinfluencers blog. (Link in comments) By prioritizing community impact over profit margins, Chad and his team demonstrate how credit unions can make a tangible difference in people’s lives, fostering financial empowerment and inclusive growth. #CommunityImpact #CommunityFirst #CreditUnions #FinancialStability

  "NO FOOD" AFRO AMERICAN URBAN COMMUNITIES        Hunger hits Black communities harder It's time to call out the unfair practices of big-money companies who think they can pick and choose who deserves access to food in our city. Enough with the exclusive "members-only" mentality and the endless hoops individuals and local organizations have to jump through just to get a bite to eat. Let's talk about Donald. Donald, who's been tirelessly working to feed the community. But instead of getting support, he's faced with endless tests and hurdles imposed by the Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB) and Food For Free. Why should someone have to prove their worthiness to help others? It's unacceptable that well-funded organizations like GBFB and Feeding America, with over $100 million in resources, still manage to miss serving urban communities. How is it possible that those who need help the most are being overlooked? We refuse to stand by while big company’s police who gets to eat and who doesn't. Access to food should be a basic human right, not a privilege reserved for those who can jump through bureaucratic hoops or meet someone else's agenda. It's time for a change. It's time to demand accountability from these organizations and ensure that they're serving ALL communities, not just the ones that fit their criteria or agenda. We may not have a checkbook to pay employees to police their agenda, but we do have voices, and we will use them to fight for fairness and equality in food access for all Bostonians. #EndFoodDiscrimination #EqualityForAll #BostonStrong 💪🍽️

📣 Get ready to make some noise in 2024! Learn how #CreditUnions can step up their communication and advocacy game. It's time to share your success stories and be the voice for your communities! 🇺🇸 Read the full article by DCUC VP Beth Merlo, CUDE via CUInsight.com 🔽 🔽 🔽

📢 Concerns raised about Richmond, VA recovery organizations allegedly exploiting Medicaid and vulnerable addicts for profit. 🔎 Allegations include misuse of taxpayer funds and potential conflicts of interest linked to a delegate's brother. 👥 As professionals, it's our duty to address these unethical practices, ensuring a safe and supportive recovery environment. 💡 Knowledge is power. Read the investigative series to understand the situation and contribute to positive change. 🤝 We must prioritize the well-being and dignity of those in need. Let's work together to create a stronger recovery community. ✍️ Share insights or reputable Richmond recovery organizations in the comments. Together, we can make a difference. #RecoverySupport #EthicalPractices #CommunityCollaboration #AddictionRecovery #RichmondVA #ReadInvestigativeSeries #truerecoveryrva #starfishrecoveryandwellness #varr #warfoundation #parhampapers https://lnkd.in/g7d6nuwC