People’s Credit Union volunteers lend a creative hand for Lucy’s Hearth’s Annual Wreath Sale fundraiser
MIDDLETOWN, RI (November 30, 2023) — On November 30th, People’s Credit Union volunteers put their creative skills to work with an employee Holiday wreath-making event to support Lucy’s Hearth Annual Designer Wreath Sale. Three teams of Credit Union volunteers were part of workshops held at the Middletown branch with nearly 50 participants. People’s Credit Union is one of several organizations providing their time and skills to create a variety of Holiday wreaths for the annual fundraiser being held on December 2nd at the Easton’s Beach Rotunda.
“Lucy’s Hearth is always assisting families in need throughout the year, so our employees were delighted to jump in with their creativity for the fundraiser,” stated Courtney Hunter, Head of Community Development for People’s Credit Union. “We all want to make the Holidays as joyful as possible for everyone in the community and helping Lucy’s Hearth is just one of the ways we can,” Hunter further added.
Lucy’s Hearth Annual Designer Wreath Sale will be Saturday, December 2nd from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Easton’s Beach Rotunda, 175 Memorial Blvd. Newport. All proceeds will benefit the programs and services of Lucy’s Hearth, Newport County’s shelter for families with children.
People’s Credit Union volunteers applying their creative skills at a Middletown branch workshop supporting Lucy’s Hearth Designer Wreath Sale at Easton’s Beach on December 2nd.
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 Lucy’s Hearth
Lucy’s Hearth is a 24-hour emergency and transitional shelter in Newport County serving children and their families who are experiencing homelessness. Lucy’s Hearth’s mission is to provide comprehensive programs and services to homeless families in a safe, supportive environment that promotes family health and stability and increases self-sufficiency in order to achieve permanent, affordable housing. Lucy’s Hearth’s is located at 19 Valley Road in Middletown, RI. For more information https://www.lucyshearth.org/.
