SPRINGFIELD, Vt.–One Credit Union presented Jamie Hathaway, CEO of Make-A-Wish Vermont, with a check for $18,000 at the One CU annual team meeting.
The money was raised as part of a year-long effort in 2019 with the help of One Credit Union members and staff in our local communities.
“Wow!” said Hathaway. “Thank you all so much for this incredible donation – this amount of money goes a long way in bringing hope and joy to the kids with critical illness in our communities.”
Throughout the year, One Credit Union worked to raise money at community events through bake sales and giveaways, and many One CU employees contributed by way of payroll deduction to Make-A-Wish as well. During the holiday season, the One CU team designed and created Make-A-Wish snowflakes to sell to members in local branches.
To top it all off, One Credit Union matched every donation given, dollar for dollar, bringing the total to $18,000. The Vermont chapter will receive $16,000 and the New Hampshire chapter will receive $2,000.
“When our members give, we give – proudly,” added Brett Smith, CEO of One Credit Union. “We could not be prouder of the generosity of our team and our members. Together, we are making a difference. Together, we are One!”
At right, from left: One Credit Union CEO Brett Smith, Make-A-Wish Vermont President and CEO Jamie Hathaway, and Make-A-Wish Board Chair Brian Leffler