Giving back is part of who we are at Provident Credit Union. The credit union’s team recently volunteered this past summer at the Alameda County Community Food Bank, where it spent the day sorting produce, organizing donations, and packing boxes of fresh food for local families.

Provident said it was proud to join other members of the community in the fight against hunger. Working alongside fellow community-minded volunteers, the team helped process an incredible 49,844 pounds of food, equivalent to 41,371 meals. That’s 265 meals provided for every volunteer who participated.

Provident is “proud to support Alameda County Community Food Bank and their mission to end hunger in our community. Since 1985, ACCFB has been a lifeline for families, children, and seniors across the East Bay,” it stated in a news release.

Each year, Provident distributes millions of healthy meals through a network of food pantries, schools, and local organizations. The credit union and its employees continue to be a consistent and compassionate presence for thousands of residents facing food insecurity every day.

With every box packed, the Provident team saw firsthand how collective effort can lead to meaningful impact. Organizations like ACCFB are essential to building a stronger, more resilient Bay Area.

“A special thank you goes out to all the Provident volunteers who joined this event and contributed their time and energy.”