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This summer, orsa credit union partners with Laura Killingbeck, renowned adventurer and author, as she rides from the Upper Peninsula to Detroit to raise awareness and support for survivors of domestic and economic abuse in Michigan. Along the way she’ll connect with Michiganders, survivors, and non-profit partners to explore real women’s stories and share her journey.
Our Storyteller
Laura Killingbeck
Laura is an award-winning writer, storyteller, keynote speaker and adventurer who has cycled thousands of miles on long-distance bike trips, sharing tales from the road through magazine features and public speaking. Her journeys span continents and cultures, blending grit with human connection and inspiring audiences to embrace their own journeys with courage and curiosity.
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How to help
Donations to the Choose the Bear Fund™ go to organizations that support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and economic abuse in Michigan. Helping ensure that every survivor has access to the help they need.
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Help for survivors
If you or a loved one may be facing economic abuse in Michigan, tap below for resources and more information. Through our Choose The Bear initiative, we’re working to support women facing domestic violence and economic abuse. We aim to fill a huge gap in the financial services industry by offering true empathy, understanding, and creative support.
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