HANSCOM AFB, Mass.—Staff of Hanscom FCU have been helping to donate to and prepare dinner for guests during regular visits to Fisher House Boston. Fisher House is an international organization that provides housing for family members caring for veterans hospitalized at a VA facility. Fisher House Boston is located at the West Roxbury Veteran Affairs Medical Center, where Hanscom FCU has a branch.
“Fisher House guests spend their days caring for a hospitalized loved one. That’s stressful,” said Paul Marotta, HFCU’s chair. “This is a way to show families that they are cared for, too.”
At right, Hanscom FCU staff and volunteers Mike Rzeszutek, Paula Seremetis, Alan Hart, Karen Morey, and Fred Ryan prepared dinner for guests at Fisher House Boston recently.
Separately, Hanscom FCU recently presented a $1,500 donation to the Patriot Enlisted Association. The funds, provided by the Armed Forces Financial Network, match a $1,500 grant presented to the group by Hanscom FCU’s Board of Directors last fall.
This is the 12th straight year the AFFN’s Matching Grant Program has added value to Hanscom FCU’s award, which recognizes volunteer groups that serve Hanscom FCU’s membership base.
The Patriot Enlisted Association promotes the professional development, morale, and welfare of junior enlisted US Air Force members and their dependents. Their work strengthens the base’s relationship with the community and provides opportunities for enlisted personnel to develop their Air Force careers.
“We are proud of our association with AFFN,” said Chairman of the Board Paul Marotta. “For over 30 years, they have supported our armed forces by ensuring they have access to their money no matter where they are stationed. We are grateful for the opportunity to further support our member base with this matching grant.”