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Chase gives $25,000 for scholarships for miners' children

The West Virginia Independent Colleges and Universities scholarship fund was established in 2006 in response to coal mining accidents.

"The education of our children is vital for the future economic success of our state," said Mark Prince, CEO of JPMorgan Chase in West Virginia. "We at JPMorgan Chase are committed to improving educational opportunities, and WVICU is a great partner in that goal."

Chase also contributed $7,500 to the Central West Virginia Chapter of the American Red Cross to help pay for mental health support services for families affected by the recent Upper Big Branch Mine disaster. The funds will also help coordinate similar services for future disasters in the state.

"We offer our prayers and support for the families and the communities affected by this tragedy," Prince said. "We want to help now with counseling through the Red Cross and to help fund education for children, who are the future of our state."

Chase serves West Virginia though 31 branches and 350 employees. For more information about JPMorgan Chase corporate philanthropy, visit www.jpmorganchase.com/giving.

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