Shelby Review

Village of New Haven recently issued the following announcement.

Please direct your monetary donations to Oxford Bank, Genisys Credit Union . . .

The outpouring of support, donations and offers to help in the wake of the Nov. 30 Oxford High School shooting has been truly remarkable. We, as a community, are overwhelmed by your generosity. We are humbled by your kindness. We are inspired by your selflessness. Thank you so much for helping us light the way during this dark moment in our community’s history.

In times like this, people want to give. People need to give. We understand that and we certainly do not wish to discourage them. But we also don’t want to see anything go to waste. We want every contribution to count. We want every donation to be utilized in the most efficient and effective manner possible because we know it’s all coming straight from the heart.

That’s why, going forward, we are encouraging those people who wish to help to send their monetary donations to either Oxford Bank or Genisys Credit Union.

Those wishing to donate to the “Oxford Community Memorial and Victims Fund” at Oxford Bank can do so in-person, by mail or online. Here’s how:

• In person: Donate at any Oxford Bank location.

• Mail: Send a check to Oxford Bank, P.O. Box 17, Oxford, MI 48371. Make checks payable to the “Oxford Community Memorial and Victims Fund.”

• Online: Go to oxfordbank.com/donations for details.

Distribution of "Oxford Community Memorial and Victims Fund" monies: The Village of Oxford and the Oxford DDA will administer all funds in partnership with Oxford Community Schools. Donations will go to families and victims first, then a memorial.

Those wishing to make a donation via Genisys Credit Union can do so at any Genisys branch including the one located at 120 S. Washington St. in Oxford Village. The account is named "Oxford Strong" and it will be used to accept donations for the families impacted by the shooting. Please make checks payable to "Genisys Credit Union -- Oxford Strong." People with questions are encouraged to send an email to OxfordStrong@genisyscu.org

With regard to all of the food that’s been donated to the Oxford Fire Department, Oakland County Sheriff’s Office/Oxford Twp. substation and the Oxford Village Police Department, we say this, “Thank you very much!” Our firefighters and law enforcement officers appreciate it more than you know. The steady stream of food has nourished their bodies and lifted their spirits.

That being said, our public safety personnel have received more food than they need and they are asking people to please refrain from sending any more for the time being. They don’t want to see anything go to waste, either.

Folks who wish to show their support for Oxford’s dedicated first responders are asked to please consider donating to either of the aforementioned funds or a local program that assists individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.

Thank you, again, Oxford! This community is what it is because of your strength, your compassion and your willingness to lend a helping hand.