United Federal CU Donates $10,000 to Local School district for Ongoing Professional Development
August 12, 2019
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RENO, Nev. – United Federal Credit Union (United) donated $10,000 to the Washoe County School District as part of the district’s annual Back to School administrator event. United is proud to have been the sponsor of the event since 2004, and is an advocate of lifelong learning and financial education.
“The Washoe County School District is a true cornerstone in our community,” said Meredith Williams, United’s Market Vice President—Nevada. “The team at United is happy and honored to not only sponsor the Back to School event, but also to show our support of the educators who are dedicated to improving the lives and minds of our children.”
The donation will be used to support the district’s ongoing professional development initiatives, such as helping provide staff with ongoing education and professional development, books, and other educational materials.
“The sponsorship marks the sixteenth year of United’s support of WCSD’s programs benefiting over 103 schools, and nearly 900 employees,” said Kristen McNeill, Interim Superintendent for Washoe County School District. “We are very grateful to United’s continued support and generosity which is felt throughout Washoe County through professional learning opportunities.”
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United Federal Credit Union has served its Members since 1949 by helping them to build a sound financial future. United consists of more than 174,000 Member/owners worldwide and manages assets in excess of $2.8 billion. Its corporate offices and main branch are in St. Joseph, Mich., with additional branches in Arkansas, Indiana, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, and Ohio. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal opportunity lender. Equal housing lender. For more information visit www.unitedfcu.com