LYNN, Mass.– Merrimack Valley Credit Union (MVCU) team members joined the Metro Boston Chapter of the Cooperative Credit Union Association to build beds for A Bed for Every Child.
MVCU staff organized two teams, each working together to construct a wooden twin sized bedframe. Participating MVCU team members included Aamir Chougle, Joel Rojas, Mikaela DeOliveira, Pam Stamp, Paula Kerwin, Glenn Prezzano, and Sarita Ledani, who also serves on the board of directors for the CCUA’s Metro Boston chapter.
In addition to building a bed, teammates brought pillows, bedding, books and stuffed animals to personalize the beds and make them comfortable spaces for the children they will be delivered to. The 15 beds that were constructed during the event will be sent to children that are currently on A Bed for Every Child’s waitlist.
“With heartfelt appreciation, we extend our gratitude to our steadfast allies from the Metro Boston Credit Unions of the Cooperative Credit Union Association,” said Tina Baptista, program director of A Bed for Every Child, in a follow-up email to the event’s participants. “Your unwavering support in sending a dedicated team to aid in the construction of 15 beds for local children on our waitlist is truly amazing.”
Below, from left: Mikaela DeOliveira, Glenn Prezzano, Paula Kerwin, Sarita Ledani, Aamir Chougle, Joel Rojas, and Pam Stamp. The team was assisted