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Grow Financial Grand Opening Media Alert

Date Posted: 03/18/2024
Category: Public Notice

MEDIA ALERT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Grow Financial Grand Opening Marks New Chapter at West River, 

Empowering Tampa Housing Authority Community 

City of Tampa Mayor Jane Castor to Attend Grand Opening. 

TAMPA, Fla. - March 18, 2024 - The Tampa Housing Authority announces the grand opening of Grow Financial Federal Credit Union's branch at West River, scheduled for Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at 2:00 pm.. The event will be honored by the presence of City of Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, who will deliver remarks.

Grow Financial's arrival marks a significant milestone as the newest Tampa Housing Authority retail tenant at West River. Their presence not only adds convenience for residents but also plays a crucial role in safeguarding our community against predatory lenders and loan sharks. "The opening of Grow Financial at West River signifies a positive step forward in ensuring financial security and empowerment for our residents," said the President & CEO at the Tampa Housing Authority, Jerome Ryans. "We are delighted to welcome this reputable institution that shares our vision of fostering a thriving and financially resilient community, adds Ryans."

WHO: Mayor Jane Castor

Vice-Chair of the Tampa Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, Sul Hemani 

Representatives from Grow Financial Federal Credit Union

WHAT: Grow Financial Grand Opening at West River

WHEN: Wednesday, March 20, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.          

WHERE: Grow Financial Branch at West River - 1701 N. Oregon Ave. Tampa, FL 33607

ACTIVITIES/VISUALS: Press conference, new Grow Financial branch, West River community

ABOUT

The Tampa Housing Authority was incorporated in 1937. Its mission is to cultivate affordable housing while empowering people and communities. Beyond managing federal Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher programs, the Authority works with local governments and partners with public and private organizations to carry out entrepreneurial urban development projects that expand accessible housing options in the Tampa area through mixed-income residences paired with commercial developments, and augmented by community service programs that improve the quality of life for all Tampanians.