When Japan was rocked by the 9.0 earthquake and subsequent tsunami on March 11, once again credit unions rallied to help.
In California, several credit unions including Redwood CU and Bay Federal Credit Union have opened their branches to accept contributions to the Red Cross Japanese Disaster Relief Fund.
"Our hearts go out to everyone who has been affected by this disaster," said Brett Martinez, president/CEO of Santa Rosa, Calif.-based Redwood CU. "Supporting the American Red Cross efforts by accepting contributions at our 15 North Bay and San Francisco locations is our way of doing what we can to respond to the devastating situation in Japan."
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