RTN Federal CU Donates $4,500 to Local Hospital for COVID Response Fund
May 6, 2020
WALTHAM, MA (May 5, 2020) — RTN Federal Credit Union has donated $4,500 to the Lawrence General Hospital COVID-19 Response Fund. LGH is one of RTN’s employer groups, and RTN serves as the Credit Union for Lawrence General employees.
“Generous donations, such as this gift from RTN Federal Credit Union, are making a real difference during a critical time,” says Kelly MacLean Clark, Lawrence General Hospital Chief Development Officer. “Our dedicated team are heroically facing the demands of coronavirus head on. This gift not only helps to fortify a vital community health resource, but also sends a powerful message of hope.”
“We are here to support our healthcare institutions and the healthcare heroes working on the front lines of this battle, many of whom are our members,” says RTN CEO and Treasurer Richard Wright. “We continue to uphold our commitment to keep our staff and members safe while maintaining business continuity to ensure we serve all our members.”
Donations to the COVID-19 response at Lawrence General help support Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for clinicians, staff and patients; additional staff needed to care for the patient surge; technology and equipment; housing, food and wellness necessities for caregivers; and infrastructure and support needs.
RTN is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative committed to helping members achieve financial well-being through quality products and personalized service. Founded in 1945, RTN is one of the largest credit unions in Massachusetts, with over $950 million in assets, nearly 50,000 members and 19 branches. RTN Federal Credit Union serves more than 1,100 sponsor groups including two major employers in Massachusetts – Raytheon Company and Brigham and Women’s Hospital.