In honor of Earth Day, Kinecta Federal Credit Union is hosting its annual Shred Fest, a free community paper-shredding event, on Saturday, April 23 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Committed not only to the communities it serves, but also to protect the planet; Kinecta provides members and non-members a safe and convenient way to dispose of unwanted paper items and invites attendees to contribute a $1 donation for every box of paper recyclables, with Kinecta matching each $1 donation up to $500 with proceeds benefiting local organizations. Proceeds from this event will benefit Richstone Family Center.

At each participating Kinecta location, documents will be shredded in industrial shredding trucks with glass windows so attendees can witness that their personal and sensitive paper documents have been quickly, securely, and efficiently shredded. All shredded materials are then securely disposed of and recycled. Accepted items include:  Paper disposal – paper of all kinds: Financial and legal documents; bank and credit card statements; receipts, tax and medical records; envelopes with plastic window; magazines and newspapers; etc. (documents can include paper clips, staples, folders, and envelopes as those are safe for the shredding machines) Activities are on a first come, first served basis. Items will only be accepted in designated areas during event time frame. Limit 10 boxes per person.