December 19, 2025 — Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands
On December 12, 2025, St. Thomas Federal Credit Union (STTFCU) awarded $20,000 in grants to three impactful Virgin Islands organizations as part of our ongoing commitment to reinvest in the community we serve.
This second round of funding includes:
- Love City Strong VI – $10,000
- Patient Access VI (PAVI) – $5,000
- St. Thomas Baseball Explorers, Inc. – $5,000
This initiative builds on STTFCU’s first round of grants, which provided $30,000 in funding to Cancer Support VI, Family Resource Center, and the Reichhold Center for the Arts through the Small Business Recovery Grant Program (SBRGP) in partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York (FHLBNY). These grants reflect our mission to uplift organizations that strengthen the health, safety, and cultural vitality of the Virgin Islands.
About the Grant Recipients
Love City Strong VI
Love City Strong is a disaster preparedness and recovery nonprofit based on St. John. Since its founding after Hurricanes Irma and Maria, the organization has focused on building resilience through emergency response, long-term recovery programs, and community education. Their work ensures that St. Johnians are better prepared for future disasters and supported during times of crisis.
Patient Access VI (PAVI)
Since 2013, PAVI has worked to bridge the gap between patients and affordable healthcare by partnering with local pharmacies, healthcare providers, and pharmaceutical assistance programs. Their mission is to serve uninsured and underinsured individuals in St. Thomas and St. John, with plans to expand to St. Croix. PAVI’s efforts help ensure that cost is never a barrier to essential medical care.
St. Thomas Baseball Explorers, Inc.
Founded in 1996, the St. Thomas Baseball Explorers is a youth baseball organization dedicated to providing local players with exposure to competitive baseball and opportunities to pursue their dreams of playing at higher levels. The organization also engages in fundraising to combat juvenile delinquency and encourages parental involvement in supporting their children’s athletic aspirations.
“Our Give Back program is more than financial support; it’s a promise to stand with organizations that make a real difference in the lives of Virgin Islanders,” said Keisha L. Richards, CEO of STTFCU. “From healthcare access to disaster resilience and youth development, these nonprofits embody the values of community, empowerment, and hope.”
Building on that commitment, our partnership with FHLBNY amplifies the impact of these grants. “Our Small Business Recovery Grant Program positions the FHLBNY to join with our members to provide support to the institutions that create opportunities and drive communities forward,”said Alexies Sornoza, Vice President and Senior Business Development Officer at the FHLBNY.“We are grateful to partner with one of our newest members and first USVI credit union, St. Thomas Federal Credit Union, on these grants, and look forward to seeing how these institutions continue to positively impact the USVI.”
STTFCU congratulates all grant recipients and remains committed to initiatives that strengthen the Virgin Islands community.