People’s Credit Union continues longstanding support of MLK, Jr. Community Center donates $2,000 to help local at-risk individuals, families, and seniors
MIDDLETOWN, RI (February 27, 2024) — People’s Credit Union continues to assist the essential work of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center to help nourish, educate, and support people across Newport County. Head of People’s Credit Union, Sean Daly, and Courtney Hunter, Head of Community Development, recently presented a check for $2,000 to Heather Hole Strout, Executive Director of MLK, Jr. Center, to help fund their many important programs, including hunger assistance.
“The Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center plays a vital role in promoting health, fighting hunger, supporting families, and engaging seniors in our communities,” said Mr. Daly. “Their vision of empowering people to live their best quality of life aligns perfectly with our commitment to being a catalyst for positive change in the community.”
To learn more about the services at MLK, Jr. Community Center or to volunteer, call them at 401-846-4828, Monday through Friday between 8:30 am and 5 pm.
People’s Credit Union presents a $2,00 check to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center Pictured left to right is Sean Daly, Head of People’s Credit Union, Heather Hole Strout, Executive Director of Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center, and Courtney Hunter, Head of Community Development, People’s Credit Union.
About People's Credit Union
Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Middletown, RI, People's Credit Union is a purpose-driven, member-owned, state-chartered, community credit union that serves as a catalyst for positive change in the community through its member engagement and community support. Known for its wide array of personal banking and business banking products & services, including personal, mortgage, and business lending, membership is open to all individuals. All deposits are insured up to $250,000 by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), an agency of the federal government. For more information visit peoplescu.com.
About Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
Founded in 1922 and renamed after Dr. King in 1968, the MLK Community Center nourishes, educates, and supports Newport County, Rhode Island residents to improve their economic, social, and physical well-being. Celebrating 100 years of service in 2022, the MLK is an independent non-profit promoting health, fighting hunger, supporting families, educating kids, and engaging seniors. Last year, the MLK served 6,232 people, the most in its history. For more information visit mlkccenter.org.
