Freedom Credit Union Helping Military Families as Holidays Approach

SPRINGFIELD — During November, Freedom Credit Union is collecting cash donations at all its branches throughout Western Mass. to help the Westover Galaxy Community Council support military service members and their families at Westover Air Reserve Base (ARB) in Chicopee.

“We salute the service and sacrifices of the brave men and women serving at the Westover base,” Freedom Credit Union President Glenn Welch said. “Especially with the holidays coming, having loved ones away from home is challenging. We hope our contributions help ease the burden on military families.”

Formed in 1988 as a committee within the Chicopee Chamber of Commerce and incorporated as an independent organization in 1989, the Westover Galaxy Community Council is made up of veterans, local businesspeople, and other citizens who support the men, women, and mission of Westover ARB. Within Department of Defense guidelines, the Westover Galaxy Community Council raises funds to contribute to events and special needs at Westover ARB, the largest air reserve base in the nation.

Anyone can contribute at any Freedom Credit Union branch, Welch said. “You don’t have to be a Freedom member. We feel fortunate to have such a generous community helping us give back to our troops.”