Veterans United Foundation Gave Over $450,000 Toward Hurricane Relief Efforts in North Carolina and Florida

January 23, 2025

Columbia, MO – Veterans United Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Veterans United Home Loans, proudly announces donations totaling over $450,000 that went to multiple charitable organizations and individuals in the states of North Carolina and Florida to aid communities impacted by hurricanes Helene and Milton. The funds were donated before the end of 2024 with the intent to support essential recovery efforts, including housing, food security, and rebuilding infrastructure.

The aid was distributed among reputable charitable organizations actively working on hurricane relief in affected areas. These organizations focus on providing immediate assistance, such as emergency shelter and food supplies, as well as long-term support like home repairs and community restoration.

Even though the storms have passed, the recovery efforts are still ongoing. Veterans United encourages all companies, organizations, and individuals with the means to continue to assist as able.

The breakdown of Veterans United Foundation’s organizational support included:

• MANNA Food Bank (Mills River, NC - $50,000)
• The American Red Cross - North Carolina ($50,000)
• Team Rubicon (National org - $50,000)
• Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (National org - $50,000)
• The American Red Cross - Central Florida ($25,000)
• BeLoved Asheville (Asheville, NC - $25,000)
• Eblen Charities (Asheville, NC - $25,000)
• Veterans Restoration Quarters (Asheville, NC - $25,000)
• Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry (Arden, NC - $25,000)
• Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (Asheville, NC - $25,000)
• The North Carolina Community Foundation (Raleigh, NC - $25,000)

Additionally, a total of $77,000 in direct support was distributed to Veterans United employees, family members and customers in afflicted communities.

“We are deeply grateful to Veterans United for this generous donation and unwavering partnership,” said Rebecca Gordon, Executive Director of the American Red Cross of Central and Northern Missouri. “Together, we are able to advance the Red Cross mission and provide help and hope to those recovering from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.”

“At Veterans United Foundation, we are deeply committed to supporting communities in need, especially in times of crisis,” said Veterans United Foundation Manager Erika Pryor. “Hurricanes have devastated countless lives in Florida and North Carolina, and we are grateful to be in a position to help thanks to the kind hearts of our employees, who want to make a difference. We hope these contributions will provide vital resources and comfort as everyone impacted continues to work to rebuild,” she said.

This contribution aligns with Veterans United Foundation’s core values of service and community, reflecting the company’s dedication to creating a meaningful impact nationwide.

Veterans United Foundation is funded by employees of Veterans United Home Loans and its affiliated companies. Driven by a shared mission of enhancing lives, the Foundation has raised over $145 million since its inception in 2011, with over 90% of company employees donating a portion of their paycheck to support its mission. Employees also take an active role in referring needs to the foundation and showing the community support through volunteer work.

For more information about Veterans United Foundation and its charitable initiatives, please visit www.enhancelives.com.

About Veterans United Foundation
Veterans United Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity formed by Veterans United Home Loans. NMLS # 1907 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). 550 Veterans United Drive, Columbia, MO 65201. Not endorsed or sponsored by the Dept. of Veterans Affairs or any government agency.