MOBILE, Ala. — Despite several attempts to reschedule, the annual major fundraiser for The Penelope House – the Mobile Chocolate Festival, was cancelled due to COVID concerns, and New Horizons Credit Union donated their sponsor dollars to support the organization.
Amid the COVID-19 crisis, New Horizons Credit Union said it understands the importance of supporting the community. New Horizons donated its event sponsorship of $1,000 to The Penelope House, which comprised of funds made possible by credit union employee fund raising efforts through the Horizons Helping Hands program.
New Horizons Credit Union staff raised funds through special jean days fundraising that support Horizons Helping Hands’ designated local charities. Penelope House was chosen based on results of an annual internal survey whereby the Credit Union’s staff selects the charities they want the Credit Union to support. For 2020, Penelope House was selected as one of the Corporate Charities.
The prevention of domestic violence through education and public awareness is the goal of Penelope House. The Penelope House provides safety, protection, and support to the victims of Domestic Violence and their children. “
“Our Horizons Helping Hands program allows our staff to be engaged with the needs of the community we serve and have a sense of pride knowing their Credit Union cares. I am very proud of our community support efforts – especially with organizations like The Penelope House,” said New Horizons Credit Union President/CEO Edith Franklin.
At right, from left: NHCU Mortgage Doc-Specialist, April Wright; Penelope House ED official, Tonie Ann Coumanis Torrans; and Edith Franklin, NHCU President/CEO with $1,000 check to Penelope House.