MEMPHIS,
Tenn., Nov. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- First
Horizon Foundation announced today it will pledge $200,000 to help Florida's coastal communities impacted by
Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. Hurricane relief funding
will be distributed through the United Way Suncoast
Disaster Recovery Fund, United Way Town of Palm Beach
Hurricane Recovery Fund and the Craft Emergency Relief Fund to
address the ongoing needs of these affected areas in Florida.
"Our hearts go out to everyone who has endured losses from these
devastating storms," said Marty
Lanahan, Florida Regional President, First Horizon Bank. "We
remain steadfast in our commitment to provide resources, financial
assistance and hands-on support to our associates, their families,
and the clients and communities we serve."
"We're grateful for the support of First Horizon Foundation.
Everything we do at United Way Suncoast is in partnership with
generous donors, and their support is invaluable to our ongoing
efforts," said Jessica Muroff,
United Way Suncoast Chief Executive Officer. "Our partnerships
allow us to serve communities and families and are the fuel for the
region's recovery. With committed organizations like First Horizon
Foundation, our community will rebuild and be stronger than
ever."
About United Way Suncoast
United Way Suncoast gives families and community
members across our five-county footprint the "Freedom To Rise."
Founded in 1924, we enter our second century of service with a
decided focus on uniting the region to generate support for
hard-working families that stand one unexpected expense away from
dire circumstance. We elevate early learning, energize middle
school and high school youths and empower community members through
financial stability. We proudly serve Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, Sarasota and DeSoto counties by investing in services
and programs that help people create the lives they imagine for
themselves. Along the way, we lead, convene and collaborate with
corporate supporters, individual donors, nonprofit partners and
valued volunteers because we know – United We Rise, United We Win.
For more information, visit
www.unitedwaysuncoast.org.
About the First Horizon Foundation
First Horizon
Foundation is the private charitable foundation of First Horizon
Corporation. Founded in 1993, the Foundation has donated more
than $150 million to meet community needs. Grants from
the Foundation support the following impact areas: Arts &
Culture, Education & Leadership, Environment, Financial
Literacy, and Health & Human Services. More information is
available
at www.firsthorizonfoundation.com.
www.FirstHorizon.com.
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