Credit Union ONE Walks in Support of Organ and Tissue Donation

Ferndale, Michigan – The 21st Annual Gift of Life Walk / Run benefiting the Minority Organ Tissue Transplant Education Program ( MOTTEP ), was held on Saturday July 28th, 2018 at the Belle Isle State Park. Credit Union ONE was once again a sponsor of the event.

For the sixth year in a row Credit Union ONE was a Corporate Bronze Sponsor and also had a team comprised of Employees and Friends and Family, to join MOTTEP in raising funds and awareness for the gift of life through organ and tissue donation. “ We’re pleased to play a part in this day of fundraising and celebration”,  said John Kozich Vice President of Community Relations. “ This event grows every year and it is great to see how many are helped by the actions of many on this day”.

The day included a 5k and 10k race, as well as a 5k walk. The annual MOTTEP Gift of Life Walk / Run is Michigan’s largest event promoting organ and tissue donation. This year’s event included over 3,500 participants, and will raise in excess of $70,000 dollars.

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