NORTH HAVEN, Conn.– Contributions from visitors to Connex Credit Union’s North Haven branch during a recent quarter were recently tallied and donated to a local non-profit. As a part of its philanthropic initiative, ConnexCares, Connex Credit Union’s Coins-for-Change program collected more than $1,300 for Wags 4 Hope.
The Coins-for-Change program charges a 5% fee to members, and a 7% fee to non-members, to use Connex’s coin-cashing machines. Each fiscal quarter, this money is donated to different charitable organizations in the local community, contributing more than $10,000 annually.
“The support we received through this program has been such a wonderful surprise and I am truly thankful to everyone who took the time to contribute,” said Annie Blumenfeld, founder, Wags 4 Hope. “These funds will benefit shelter and rescue animals in need, and help them find their forever home.”
At right, Connex Credit Union Vice President of Customer Advocacy Carl Casper (left) presents Wags 4 Hope Founder Annie Blumenfeld (right) with a check worth $1,323.59.