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VERSABANK DONATES $60,000 TO THE SALVATION ARMY'S HARVEST HOPE CAMPAIGN
VersaBank (TSX: VBNK) (Nasdaq: VBNK) today announced it made a $60,000 donation to The Salvation Army's Harvest Hope Campaign and presented a cheque to The Salvation Army executives in front of approximately 700 people at VersaBank's Summer Celebration event in London, Ontario on Saturday, June 27, 2026.
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LONDON, ON, June 29, 2026 /CNW/ - VersaBank (TSX: VBNK) (Nasdaq: VBNK) today announced it made a $60,000 donation to The Salvation Army's Harvest Hope Campaign and presented a cheque to The Salvation Army executives in front of approximately 700 people at VersaBank's Summer Celebration event in London, Ontario on Saturday, June 27, 2026. "This economy is proving difficult for many people and I've always felt that it's important to help people out in a time of need," said David Taylor, Founder and President, VersaBank. "We have worked closely with The Salvation Army, which plays a very important role in the community. We know they are seeing a significant need for community meals and food provisions for families and children. We wanted to help out. The Salvation Army really can make a difference in people's lives." The Salvation Army's Harvest Hope campaign is a philanthropic food security initiative aimed at raising much-needed funds for food programming across the country. It is currently in its third year. "VersaBank's gift will provide food support to individuals and families, from groceries and food hampers to community vegetable gardens and shelters," said Captain Gina Haggett, Divisional Director for Public Relations, Ontario Division, The Salvation Army. "Your gift will be a great comfort to people who are trying to make ends meet and will help them put food on the table. Your gift provides Joy, dignity and hope for many individuals who may have felt alone in their struggles." The cheque presentation was made at VersaBank's Summer Celebration, a fun event that attracts more than 600 people for the past several years. The event is open to VersaBank staff, partners, service providers, charities and investors. "We encourage other businesses to give back to their communities and support organizations, such as The Salvation Army, who are performing important services. That corporate support provides critical funding for these organizations and can also create opportunities for employees to have an impact at local and national levels," added Taylor. ABOUT THE SALVATION ARMY The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has grown to become one of the largest direct providers of social services in the country. The Salvation Army gives hope and support to vulnerable people in 400 communities across C...