LIVONIA, Mich.– Zeal Credit Union recently sponsored a “taco night” that included entertainment and surprises for 125 homeless Veterans through the “Love a Michigan Vet” project. The event was held at St. Mary’s of Redford Catholic Church--one of the project’s four Veterans shelters in the metro Detroit area.
A team of Zeal Credit Union staff served the taco dinner prepared by Maniaci’s catering service and also provided each Veteran with a goodie bag full of snacks and Kleenex. While a DJ played music, Veterans also participated in a Zeal drawing for four duffle bags full of toiletries while the shelter gave each person a free pillow along with additional raffle items.
“It was especially meaningful for us to talk with Veterans who are trying to transition to a more stable lifestyle,” said Bryan Feldpausch, marketing coordinator for Zeal Credit Union. “The evening was one way to show these deserving Veterans our empathy and appreciation for their service.”
At right, from left: Kathy Griefenberg, Tiffany Sweet, Marie Webb, Jennifer Shelton, and Melissa Espinoza with Bryan Feldpausch, marketing coordinator.