TYSONS, Va.––PenFed Credit Union has made a $50,000 donation to the Armed Services Arts Partnership (ASAP) to help veterans thrive through the arts.
PenFed Credit Union and PenFed Foundation Board Treasurer Sandra “Sam” Patricola presented the check to ASAP Executive Director Brian Jenkins during pre-game activities on the field of Nationals Park before the Nats squared off against the Colorado Rockies.
The donation will be used to fund ASAP’s initiatives, including ASAP's “Combat to Comedy” performance at Caroline’s on Broadway in New York City. The night of laughs will feature comedy sets from ASAP military veteran comics, headline comedians and PenFed executives.
To date, PenFed said it has donated over $200,000 to support the over 1,800 veterans in the ASAP community.
“We cannot underestimate the healing power of the arts,” said Patricola. “I’m really proud of this partnership and that PenFed can support a community that is not only transforming lives through comedy, improv and storytelling, but saving them.”
Graduates of ASAP’s programs took part in several Nationals gameday traditions on the field including the ceremonial “Play Ball” announcement, line-up card delivery and holding of the Presidents Race finish line ribbon.
"We're so grateful for PenFed's deep commitment to the well-being of veterans and military families,” said Jenkins. “This generous contribution will impact hundreds of veterans' lives, and it's just a part of what PenFed has done to give veterans the opportunity to build skills, grow their confidence, and join a supportive community through ASAP."