Community members encouraged to donate online or at any Gesa branch

Gesa is proud to announce it is partnering with local heroes across the Pacific Northwest for its annual Stock-the-Sock Holiday Gift Drive. Now through December 9, community members are invited to donate gifts through Gesa’s digital wish list on Elfster or by dropping off new, unused toys at any Gesa branch location. All donated gifts will be distributed to support the efforts of local hero groups, including firefighters, law enforcement, educators, healthcare workers, and veterans, as well as to various community organizations helping families and individuals in need this holiday season.

In addition to the gift drive, Gesa is partnering with Triumph Foundation, which empowers individuals with spinal cord injuries, and Gifts of Hope, an organization dedicated to providing support and resources to those in need. Gesa team members will shop for items to benefit local children and families, which will be distributed to these organizations to help further their mission.

“The holidays are a time to come together, and we’re honored to join our local heroes and community partners in creating a special season for families who need it most,” said Brandon Allison, AVP of Training, Education and Community Outreach at Gesa Credit Union. “Seeing the community rally together every year is truly inspiring—each donation, whether a toy or a warm coat, is a reminder of the kindness that connects us all. Thanks to the generosity of so many, we’re able to make a bigger impact and bring even more joy to others this season.”

Donations gathered at Gesa branches will be distributed to those in need by local hero organizations across the region, including:

· Bremerton: Peninsula Community Health Center

· Moses Lake: Salvation Army at the Moses Lake Service Center

· Post Falls: Newby-ginnings

· Pullman: Pullman Child Welfare

· Spokane: Communities in Schools of Spokane County

· Tri-Cities: Communities in Schools of Benton-Franklin

· Vancouver: New Avenues for Youth

· Walla Walla: Walla Walla Cares

· Wenatchee: The Brave Warrior Project

· Western Washington: SeaMar Community Health Centers

· Yakima: Communities in Schools of Central Washington

Together, these efforts ensure every donation collected at Gesa branches makes a meaningful impact in local communities.

This year, Gesa aims to collect 500 gifts across the Pacific Northwest. Community members can track the campaign’s progress on Gesa’s social media channels, where updates will be posted on the collection goal and stories of impact. Examples of gifts to donate include stuffed animals, books, puzzles, and gloves.

For more information about Gesa Credit Union’s involvement in the community, visit https://www.gesa.com/community.