WaFd Bank Donates $100,000 to American Red Cross to Support Spokane and Eastern Washington Wildfire Relief

WaFd Bank Donates $100,000 to American Red Cross to Support Spokane and Eastern Washington Wildfire Relief

WaFd, Inc. (Nasdaq: WAFD) (the “Company”), the parent company of WaFd Bank, announced today a $100,000 donation to the American Red Cross of the Greater Inland Northwest to support disaster relief and recovery efforts following the devastating wildfires that have impacted the Inland Northwest, Spokane County and surrounding communities.

The donation will help the Red Cross provide emergency shelter, meals, relief supplies, health services and recovery assistance for individuals and families displaced or affected by the fires.

"Spokane and Eastern Washington are home to so many of our employees, clients and nonprofit partners," said Brent Beardall, President and Chief Executive Officer of WaFd Bank. "These fires have had a profound impact on people and neighborhoods we know well. Our hearts are with everyone affected, and we are committed to standing alongside our community during this difficult time. We hope this contribution helps provide immediate relief while supporting the long road to recovery."

WaFd Bank has served the Spokane and Eastern Washington regions for decades and remains committed to helping communities recover after disasters. The bank is working with local nonprofit partners and community leaders to identify additional ways to support recovery efforts as soon as rebuilding begins.