BRUNSWICK, ME (March 27, 2020) — Atlantic Federal Credit Union has announced an immediate $50,000 donation to the Good Shepherd Food Bank to support their effort to secure more food for those in need during this unprecedented health crisis.   The Food Bank anticipates a significant decrease in donated food and at the same time, they are currently seeing an increase in requests to provide more meals.

Atlantic President/Chief Executive Officer, Scott Chretien said, “Our staff and Board are incredibly passionate about the Campaign to End Hunger in Maine. When we were made aware of the critical need from the Good Shepard Food bank, we felt compelled to act and provide the support. During this current health crisis, many are challenged and need additional support. We know that the communities we serve in Androscoggin, Cumberland, Sagadahoc and York Counties, there are many who are relying on the services of the Good Shepard Food Bank. As a credit union, we want to help people do better.”

Good Shepherd Food Bank is seeking increased funding to meet the needs of all Mainers who are struggling—children, seniors, families, and individuals who are most at-risk and are recently unemployed. Funds donated will be used for immediate needs, and will help the Food Bank and its hunger-relief partners provide essential support in the months to come as we all recover from the economic impacts of this crisis.

Kristin Miale, President of Good Shepherd Food Bank,commented,“Approximately 200,000 Mainers rely on our network every year and 1 in 5 Maine kids are food insecure. On a normal day, we provide more than 68,000 meals. With the COVID-19 public health crisis, those numbers will climb and resources to fight hunger will be stretched. Mainers need our support now, and will continue to need our help as we emerge from this crisis.”

About Atlantic Federal Credit Union

Atlantic Federal Credit Union is Maine’s leading credit union, with more than $749 million in assets and over 49,000 members who live, work, or worship in Androscoggin, Cumberland, Sagadahoc, and York counties. There are currently nine branchesin Biddeford, Brunswick, Cumberland, Freeport, Saco, Sanford, South Sanford, Topsham, and York.  Visit the Atlantic website at www.atlanticfcu.com.