Help ORNL Federal Credit Union pick nonprofits to receive $350K

In honor of its 75th anniversary, ORNL Federal Credit Union (ORNL FCU) will be commemorating in a big way − by awarding $350,000 in grants to deserving nonprofits in the East Tennessee community.

The credit union is seeking its members' help in selecting the organizations that will be awarded the grants, according to a news release. ORNL FCU members are invited to nominate local nonprofits and share with the credit union why the organization they are nominating should receive a grant from ORNL FCU. Various grant amounts will be awarded:

• One organization will receive a $75,000 award

• Two organizations will each receive a $50,000 award

• Four organizations will each receive a $25,000 award

• 10 organizations will each receive a $7,500 award

From the nominations received, ORNL FCU will select and award organizations that represent diverse interests and areas across the East Tennessee community. Nominations will be accepted until Aug. 15. Organizations selected to receive a grant will be announced in early September. Additional information, including the nomination guidelines and a link to the nomination form, can be found athttps://www.ornlfcu.com/75th-anniversary.

If you would like additional information or have any questions, email community@ornlfcu.com.

This article originally appeared on Oakridger: Help ORNL FCU pick nonprofits to receive $350K