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Press release courtesy of Points of Light in partnership with VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads
Virginia Beach, VA (November 1, 2024) – Chartway Credit Union has been named an honoree of The Civic 50 Hampton Roads by VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads and Points of Light, the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service, for a second consecutive year. The award recognizes Chartway as one of the most community-minded companies in Hampton Roads determined by an independently administered and scored survey. The Civic 50 Hampton Roads initiative, modeled after Points of Light’s national program, provides a standard for superior corporate citizenship and showcases how companies can use their time, skills and resources to drive social impact in their company and communities.
"I am honored that VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads and Points of Light have once again chosen Chartway for this recognition. We are among esteemed company, and this acknowledgment reinforces our commitment to serving our members, our communities, and each other," said Brian Schools, president and CEO of Chartway Credit Union.
“VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads is thrilled that Chartway Federal Credit Union is recognized as a 2024 Hampton Roads Points of Light Civic 50 honoree,” said Maerine Mitch, president and CEO of VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads. “This award highlights their unwavering commitment to giving back to the communities they serve. We’re proud to recognize Chartway Federal Credit Union’s dedication to making a positive impact in our region.”
Companies selected for The Civic 50 Hampton Roads demonstrate a commitment to becoming supporters and stewards of community resources and improving the area where they work and live. This group sets the standard for civic engagement and creates a roadmap for companies seeking to propel social impact in their company and community. Selection is based on four dimensions of an organization’s community engagement program – investment of resources, integration across business functions, institutionalization through policies and systems and impact measurement.
The Civic 50 Hampton Roads survey is administered by True Impact, a company specializing in helping organizations maximize and measure their social and business value and consists of quantitative and multiple-choice questions that inform the scoring process.
For more information about The Civic 50 Hampton Roads and this year’s honorees, visit www.volunteerhr.org/civic50hr.
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About Chartway
Since 1959, Chartway has been unlocking the potential of individuals and families so they can thrive. Member-owned and values-driven, our $2.9 billion credit union proudly serves more than 230,000 members with branches in Utah, Texas, and Virginia. We’ve been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions, included on American Banker’s Top Credit Union to Work For list, and received numerous other top workplace and best credit union accolades. Reflecting a bright way forward, our charitable arm – the Chartway Promise Foundation – has granted nearly $15 million to provide medically fragile children and their families memorable experiences that bring joy, hope, and smiles. For information on our vibrant organization, please visit www.Chartway.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
About VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads
VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads is the only comprehensive volunteer center in Hampton Roads, serving all cities in the Hampton Roads region. We work with our nonprofit members to build their capacity and achieve their missions by providing training, facilitating volunteerism, coordinating large-scale projects, or by complimenting their work through our programs and outreach. We also work with businesses in the Hampton Roads region to encourage civic engagement and employee volunteerism to help create positive change in the local community. For more information, go to www.volunteerhr.org.
About Points of Light
Points of Light is a global nonprofit organization that inspires, equips and mobilizes millions of people to take action that changes the world. We envision a world in which every individual discovers the power to make a difference, creating healthy communities in vibrant, participatory societies. Through affiliates in 200 cities across 37 countries, and in partnership with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, Points of Light engages 5 million volunteers in 14 million hours of service each year. We bring the power of people to bear where it’s needed most. For more information, go to www.pointsoflight.org.