NEWPORT NEWS, Va.- Langley Federal Credit Union presented a check in the amount of $10,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Virginia Peninsula for support of their mentoring program of at risk children.
"By supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters we are able to change the lives of many local children who are in need of guidance and support," said Langley VP Commercial Lending Natasha Merz. "Kids are our future and the positive relationships nurtured by BBBS have a direct and lasting effect in helping the children to have greater confidence, avoid risky behaviors and achieve educational success."
Separately, Langley FCU also presented a $5,000 check to the Downtown Hampton Child Development Center (DHCDC) for support of their child care programs that provide a safe learning environment for children ages six weeks to five years.
"DHCDC fills a critical need in our community by providing an affordable solution to quality preschool programs for children," stated Langley President/CEO Tom Ryan. "Fostering school readiness is so important in a child's development. Langley is proud to support such a worthy cause that can benefit so many children and families."
At right, from left, DHCDC Program Director Vondella Gregory and DHCDC Executive Director Heather Livingston, and Langley President/CEO Tom Ryan