BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Service One Credit Union presented a donation to Kentucky Kids on the Block, funded by the contributions of the annual Community Shred Day event on Aug. 23.
You can learn more about Shred Day here. Service One says the event provides a secure way for the community to dispose of old electronics and destroy sensitive documents.
According to a release Friday, Service One matched 100% of donations received from Shred Day participants, making the grand total $2,329.70. In addition, 827 pounds of electronics were recycled.
While the shredding service is free, Service One encourages voluntary donations from participants to benefit a local nonprofit partner each year.
These direct community donations are vital due to offering Kentucky Kids on the Block unrestricted suppo