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Altura Credit Union joins community in ‘Walk to End Homelessness’

Sponsors 5th Annual Walk in Riverside

RIVERSIDE, CA (May 17, 2018) — Altura Credit Union recently participated in and sponsored the 5th Annual “Walk to End Homelessness” in Riverside, Calif. Hundreds of people walked in a downtown park to raise $35,000 to fund city programs that help people transition from the streets to stable housing, and to fill gaps in state and federal funding.

“We want to be able to house the homeless. We have our shelter that provides overnight stays and offers connection with some services,” said Riverside City Councilman Andy Melendrez. “But we want to further enhance that, so the homeless are able to make that eventual transition into self-sufficiency. That’s the main focus of the city right now. Obviously, we need partners to do that. Altura has been a great partner with us as well as several others in our community.”

In addition to sponsoring the event, Altura employees staffed a booth at the starting line where they handed out water and a team of Altura employees also completed the 5K, raising funds for the cause.

“This event brings the community together to make a difference for those people who are struggling to get off the streets and into a home to call their own,” said Tina Covington, Altura vice president of Business Development. “Altura is proud to be part of this uplifting cause.”

Altura Credit Union recently sponsored the 5th Annual Walk to End Homelessness in Riverside, Calif. Altura employees gather at the starting line for the 5K walk, which creates awareness of homelessness and assists the city by generating funds for to assist homeless individuals transition to stable housing.


About Altura Credit Union

Altura is a credit union headquartered in Riverside County. The Inland Empire is not just a profit sector or region, it is our home. Altura’s Board members are local leaders who volunteer their time and are deeply committed to the community. Our senior management strive to make decisions that will better our community and our members for the long-term. Even in challenging economic times, our capital and assets continue to grow. For more information, visit alturacu.com.

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