We Florida Financial Credit Union has donated US$10,000 to support 127 Jamaican credit union employees who were significantly affected by Hurricane Melissa, reinforcing its longstanding ties to the Jamaican community.
The beneficiaries were identified with the assistance of the Jamaica Cooperative Credit Union League (JCCUL), with coordination support from the Office of the Consul General. The initiative targets employees who suffered losses as a result of the storm, which caused widespread damage across the island.
We Florida Financial Credit Union, which counts several thousand members of Jamaican heritage among its Florida-based membership, said the donation reflects its commitment to people-centered recovery efforts.
“This contribution is about people, real individuals and families who have been affected,” said William Spearman, Chief Executive Officer of We Florida Financial Credit Union. “We Florida Financial stands firmly with our credit union partners in Jamaica, and we are committed to supporting their employees during this challenging time.”
Consul General Oliver Mair welcomed the donation, emphasizing its immediate and practical impact.
“This generous support will go straight to the employees who need it most. We are grateful to We Florida Financial for stepping forward in such a meaningful way,” Mair said.
Beyond the financial contribution, We Florida Financial Credit Union partnered with the Office of the Consul General to assist with broader hurricane relief efforts in both Jamaica and Haiti. Florida branch locations served as collection points for nonperishable food and supplies, which will be distributed by Food For the Poor to ensure aid reaches vulnerable communities.
Through these combined efforts, the credit union reaffirmed its commitment to disaster recovery, community support, and strengthening cross-border partnerships that uplift the communities it serves.
We Florida Financial Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative based in Florida, United States. The credit union is dedicated to improving the financial well-being of its members while supporting communities through service, partnership, and charitable initiatives.
