Workers Credit Union Donates Volunteer Time and $5,000 to Habitat for Humanity
April 21, 2021
FITCHBURG, MA (April 20, 2021) — Workers Credit Union is pleased to announce their donation of $5,000 to the Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell as part of their annual sponsorships. On March 12th, six Workers Credit Union employees volunteered with Habitat to complete tile and finish work at Habitat’s newest build in North Billerica.
“Supporting the community through donations and employee volunteerism is part of our every day culture at Workers Credit Union. We have supported other chapters of Habitat in the past so working with Habitat Greater Lowell was an easy decision. We’re proud to have employees so dedicated to working within the community and supporting others” said Doug Petersen, President & CEO of Workers Credit Union.
“Working for a company that strengthens the community through donations and volunteerism is a priority for me. Now as an Area Manager, I’m happy to encourage our team members to be involved and support their communities as well. It was a pleasure to see our new Lowell Branch staff connect with an amazing organization like Habitat for Humanity,” said Mohammad Rizwan, AVP, Area Manager of Merrimack Valley branches of Workers Credit Union.
Workers opened a new Lowell PlanIt at the Sunrise Shopping Center on Bridge Street on April 5, 2021. The new location will support the Workers Way™ financial coaching program which focuses on helping members improve their financial wellbeing. Using a combination of face-to-face coaching and the latest self-serve technology, Workers provides a personal, user-friendly banking experience that helps members pursue their goals with confidence.
Donations can be made to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell at www.LowellHabitat.org
About Workers Credit Union
Workers Credit Union (WCU), a member-owned and member-focused $2 billion-dollar credit union, is building the financial wellness of its more than 110,000 members through coaching, products, and support that empowers them to build a better life for themselves and their families. Headquartered in Littleton, MA, Workers Credit Union has been serving communities in Massachusetts for more than 100 years. Workers Credit Union recently adopted a national charter that enables it to serve a broader set of members wherever they live. Workers Credit Union is a Community Development Financial Institution and Low-Income Designated Credit Union.
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization which seeks to eliminate substandard housing and provide deserving, low income families, with decent affordable homes Since its founding in 1991, Habitat of Greater Lowell has built or rehabilitated 48 homes for families in need in our local community as well as 74 homes globally. Habitat of Greater Lowell has completed 59 critical home repairs for local veterans and seniors. Through financial support, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Through shelter, we empower. Please visit us at www.lowellhabitat.org or follow us on facebook.com/lowellhabitat.