People's Credit Union Donates $5k to South County YMCA

WAKEFIELD, R.I. -- The People's Credit Union of Rhode Island made a $5,000 donation to the South County YMCA through the United Way's Corporate MyFund Program. The donation will help find the organization's child care center.

“The YMCA of Greater Providence is grateful for the generous donation from People’s Credit Union to enhance the child care program at the South County Branch,” said Steven G. O’Donnell, CEO of the YMCA of Greater Providence. “We share with People’s Credit Union a commitment to community and recognize that an investment in our children is an investment for our future!”

Courtney Hunter, the marketing manager at People's Credit Union, said the company was thrilled to make the donation to help the community.

"Our deep rooted commitment to enhancing the communities we serve is one of our guiding core values," Hunter said. "At People’s Credit Union, we believe in supporting initiatives, programs and organizations that share our philosophy of 'people helping people.' The South County YMCA is a valuable community partner and we applaud their work in helping children of all ages learn and cultivate values, skills, and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, healthy lifestyles, and academic achievement.”

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