LOWELL, Mass. – With the help of its generous members and employees, Jeanne D’Arc Credit Union collected more than 900 school supply items for the children of the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lowell and the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Nashua.
From July 16th through July 27th, the credit union made boxes available in each of its branch locations for members and employees to make donations. In mid-August, Jeanne D’Arc delivered hundreds of notebooks, markers, crayons, binders, rulers, backpacks and more to both locations.
“We understand that buying brand new school supplies isn’t always possible for many families,” said Mark S. Cochran, President and Chief Executive Officer of Jeanne D’Arc Credit Union. “This school supply drive allowed children to start the new school year with everything they need without the added financial burden. Thank you to all members and employees who donated.”
The credit union said the children at both Clubs were thrilled to receive so many new school supplies. Donations like these not only prepare the students academically, but they instill a sense of pride, positive self-esteem and excitement in the children.
“There was joy, laughter and smiles,” said Joe Hungler, Executive Director of the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lowell. “It allows kids and teens to enjoy the anticipation of going back to school. Their focus can be on building relationships, learning routines and doing their homework, since they know they have the tools they need to succeed.”
At right, from left: Sara Clarke, Payroll Specialist; Miguel Duarte, Technology Operations Support Specialist, and Kim Fontaine, Financial Education Officer.