All Regions branches accepting donations for Relief Fund; Bank
assisting people affected by flooding
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
In response to unprecedented flooding in several South Louisiana
parishes, Regions
Bank on Tuesday announced the company will donate $25,000 to the
American National Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund.
"We've seen pictures of floodwaters rising to record levels, and many of
our associates and their families are coping with severe damage to their
homes. South Louisiana faces a long recovery ahead, and we're here to
help as the restoration process begins," said Grayson Hall, Chairman,
President and CEO of Regions Financial Corp. "We also invite others to
join us by making a donation to the American National Red Cross Disaster
Relief Fund at their local branch to help these communities recover."
Regions will accept financial donations for the American National Red
Cross Disaster Relief Fund at all Regions branch locations throughout
the South, Midwest and Texas. Customers and concerned individuals can
visit any Regions branch location to make a donation; simply ask for the
American National Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund account.
Regions is also offering a variety of financial services to help people
in South Louisiana as flood recovery gets underway. Special offers
include:
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Unsecured personal lines of credit to help with flood recovery
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Penalty-free withdrawals from CDs
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Personal and business loan payment deferrals
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A dedicated team to assist customers who have difficulties making
payments on loans, lines of credit or credit cards
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Special discounts available for new business term loans
"Right now, there's nothing more important than helping our friends and
neighbors recover from these devastating floods," said Danny Montelaro,
Area President for Regions Bank in South Louisiana. "We've seen
first-hand the impact of these floods, and we stand with our communities
as we work to recover together."
Customers, individuals and business owners can also access the Regions Disaster
Resource Center housed on regions.com
to learn how Regions can assist individuals and businesses that face
financial challenges. The Disaster Resource Center provides a
clearinghouse of information and tools, available 24 hours a day, seven
days a week. Resources include important contact information, articles,
a financial checklist, details on Regions' assistance programs, and
links to relevant outside agencies and organizations.
Further information can be obtained by visiting a local Regions branch
or calling 1-800-REGIONS.
About Regions Financial Corporation
Regions Financial Corporation (NYSE:RF), with $126 billion in assets, is
a member of the S&P 500 Index and is one of the nation's largest
full-service providers of consumer and commercial banking, wealth
management, mortgage, and insurance products and services. Regions
serves customers across the South, Midwest and Texas, and through its
subsidiary, Regions Bank, operates approximately 1,600 banking offices
and 2,000 ATMs. Additional information about Regions and its full line
of products and services can be found at www.regions.com.
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Evelyn Mitchell, 205-264-4551
Source: Regions Financial Corporation
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