AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – Genisys Credit Union was the premier sponsor for Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency’s (OLHSA) Walk for Warmth event, which was held at Great Lakes Crossing Outlet Mall in Auburn Hills.
Additionally, Genisys Credit Union members and employees raised over $32,000 to assure local neighbors stay warm during the winter months.
“It is remarkable to see the amount of dedication our members and Genisys staff has towards Walk for Warmth,” said Jackie Buchanan, President and CEO. “Each year, our staff comes up with generous and innovative ways to raise money, which helps local families to stay warm.”
In addition to the $32,000-plus Genisys Credit Union raised for Walk for Warmth, nearly 100 of its employees and family members were present at the event. Manager of Public Relations and Community Involvement, Linda Zabik, sat on the Walk for Warmth planning board and the Genisys Band was also present to provide entertainment to those walking at the event. This year, the Oakland walk as a whole had a record number of participants with 1,300 people participating either as walkers, sponsors, or volunteers.