RTN’s Walk Home 2019 raises funds and awareness for homeless teens and families
WALTHAM, MA (June 18, 2019) — Beautiful weather was the backdrop for RTN Federal Credit Union’s 9th annual Walk Home for the Homeless on June 9. Nearly 120 walkers, volunteers and staff participated in the 5K Walk events that took place simultaneously in three locations — Danvers Rail Trail, Dorchester Park and Waltham Common. Each Walk began with an Opening Program featuring remarks from local officials, and senior executives from the Credit Union and the Coalition.
Walk Home donations from members, staff, community organizations and business sponsors are collected through the RTN GoodWorks Foundation and donated to help homeless teens and families in Danvers, Dorchester and Waltham, and support the work of the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless and its A Bed for Every Child Program.
So far, more than $19,000 has been raised through Walk Home 2019 and counting. There will be an official ceremony in September to give this year’s Walk Home funds to Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless.
“We are proud that since 2011, Walk Home has donated more than $180,000. This has made it possible for hundreds of children growing up in poverty to have a bed of their own,” says Nicole James, RTN’s Senior Vice President of Retail Services, and Treasurer of RTN GoodWorks Foundation. “Walk Home demonstrates our Credit Union’s ongoing commitment to support the Mass. Coalition for the Homeless and help the homeless in local communities we serve.”
RTN GoodWorks Foundation is a 501 (c ) (3) non-profit, public charitable foundation that fosters financial wellness, and promotes financial literacy and community involvement. Founded in 2011, the RTN GoodWorks Foundation is a natural outgrowth of the Credit Union’s commitment to community activities and financial literacy as a key component of financial health.
RTN is a full-service financial cooperative, owned by and operated for its members. Established in 1945, it is one of the 10 largest credit unions in Massachusetts, with nearly $900 million in assets, 50,000 members and 20 branches. Membership is open to employees and family members of 1,100 sponsor groups.
Walk Home 2019 business sponsor donation from Enterprise Car Sales
RTN Staff and community members at Dorchester Walk Home
About RTN Federal Credit Union
RTN is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative committed to helping members achieve financial well-being through quality products and personalized service. Founded in 1945, RTN is one of the largest credit unions in Massachusetts, with over $1 billion in assets, nearly 50,000 members and 18 branches. RTN Federal Credit Union serves more than 1,100 employer groups including two major employers in Massachusetts – Raytheon Technologies and Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
