OneMain Financial announced today its partnership with Operation Gratitude, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of the U.S. military and first responder communities. As part of this partnership, OneMain Financial will host a company-wide collection drive in its 1,600+ branches across the country and has pledged $20,000 to the organization.

“With so many branches throughout the country, we have seen firsthand the struggles that servicemen, servicewomen and their families too often face,” said OneMain Financial Chief Marketing Officer Kim Wijkstrom. “Operation Gratitude is doing important work to alleviate some of these pressures, and we’re honored to have the opportunity to help.”

The collection drive will run throughout the month of November, allowing customers and team members the opportunity to drop off hand warmers, lip balm, travel-size deodorant, travel-size body and hand wipes, and black crew socks. All items must be new and sealed. Every item received in the collection drive will be shipped in care packages to deployed troops, first responders, veterans and military families.

As a way of continuing its support, OneMain has awarded a $20,000 grant to Operation Gratitude. The grant will be used to further the organization’s mission of lifting the spirits of the men and women who serve our nation as well as providing opportunities for fellow Americans to express their gratitude to our servicemen and servicewomen.

"We are thankful for the passion and dedication of the thousands of Operation Gratitude volunteers around the country, including the employees of OneMain Financial, who contribute to our mission of thanking all who serve,” said Kevin Schmiegel, CEO of Operation Gratitude. “Together, we are helping bridge the divide that exists between those who serve in uniform and grateful Americans everywhere who want to express their support.”

If interested in participating in the collection drive or learning more about this initiative, please visit your local OneMain Financial branch or visit www.onemainfinancial.com to find a branch near you.

About OneMain Financial

OneMain Financial (NYSE: OMF) has been offering responsible and transparent loans for over 100 years. With more than 1,600 locations throughout 44 states, the company is committed to helping people with their personal loan needs. OneMain and its 10,000 team members are dedicated to the communities where they live and work. For additional information, please visit OneMainFinancial.com.

About Operation Gratitude

Operation Gratitude has sent more than 2.1 million of its signature care packages to first responders, new recruits, veterans and to individually named U.S. service members deployed overseas and their families waiting at home. Each package is filled with food, entertainment, hygiene and hand-made items, as well as personal letters of support written by grateful Americans. The non-profit organization’s mission is to lift the spirits and meet the evolving needs of the military and first responder communities and to provide volunteer opportunities for Americans to express their appreciation to all who serve.