Freedom First FCU Creates a Virginia Tech Memorial Fund

Published April 18, 2007, 8:09 p.m. EDT

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Updated August 27, 2020, 1:56 a.m. EDT

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SALEM, Va. – Freedom First FCU announced yesterday the forming of a Virginia Tech Memorial Fund to support the recovery and renewal process following Monday’s tragic events when 32 students at nearby Virginia Tech University were shot dead. Freedom First officials said all proceeds will be directed towards the Hokie Spirit Memorial Fund. Virginia Tech has established the Hokie Spirit Memorial Fund to aid in the healing process and generate financial support. The fund will be used to cover expenses including but not limited to: grief counseling, memorials, communication expenses, comfort expenses, incidental needs.

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