Contribution Will Support Workforce Development Programs
NEWARK, Del.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sallie Mae announced a $24,000 contribution from the company’s
charitable arm, The Sallie Mae Fund, to support the Food Bank of
Delaware. The grant will assist local students through the Food Bank’s
workforce development initiative, Delaware Food Works, which offers
programs in food service, warehousing, and agriculture.
“The Food Bank of Delaware facilitates long-term solutions to the
problems of hunger and poverty through community education and
advocacy,” said Patricia Dobbe Beebe, president and chief executive
officer, Food Bank of Delaware. “Sallie Mae’s support will help our
programs reach more individuals and further develop the skills needed to
provide job security and economic sustainability.”
Since 2014, Sallie Mae has contributed more than $150,000 to the Food
Bank of Delaware. In addition to providing grants, the company’s
employees consistently participate in various Food Bank of Delaware
initiatives, including the Thanksgiving For All food drive, which helps
out families in need during the holiday season. Last year, Sallie Mae
employees collected 1,500 pounds worth of food.
“The Food Bank of Delaware has a proven track record of empowering and
educating individuals to help create a community free of hunger,” said
Martha Holler, senior vice president, Sallie Mae. “We are proud to
continue our support as part of a broader commitment to giving back in
the communities where our employees live and work.”
Sallie Mae has more than 1,000 employees between its corporate
headquarters in Newark and second location in New Castle. For more
information, visit www.SallieMae.com.
Sallie Mae (Nasdaq: SLM) believes education and life-long
learning, in all forms, help people achieve great things. As the leader
in private student lending, we provide financing and know-how to support
access to college and offer products and resources to help customers
make new goals and experiences, beyond college, happen. Learn more at
SallieMae.com. Commonly known as Sallie Mae, SLM Corporation and its
subsidiaries are not sponsored by or agencies of the United States of
America.
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