Here’s a quick shout-out to Kinecta Federal Credit Union for their great “Kinecta Kindness Award” program and their decision to recognize a terrific local organization that’s close to my heart.
On Wednesday Aug. 16, Kinecta presented a $250 check to Wreaths Across America Webster, an organization committed to placing a wreath on the grave of every one of the 3,000 veterans who rest in Webster’s seven cemeteries.
The donation will be used to sponsor wreaths to be placed on veterans’ graves at Webster Union Cemetery on National Wreath Day, December 16, 2023. Plus, $5 from every sponsorship will be passed on to the Blue Star Mothers of Rochester to help build care packages for our locally deployed service members.
Wreaths Across America Location Coordinator Cherie Wood and Blue Star Mothers ROC NY8 president Amy VanDerwerken were on hand to accept the donation.
Kinecta supports and employs both veteran and active duty service members, proving their commitment to the Wreaths Across America Webster and Blue Star Mothers (military families) causes. Kinecta Federal Credit Union is dedicated to supporting the community, providing both resources and volunteers for all sorts of community projects. Look for them volunteering at the Webster Garlic Fest, September 9 to 10 at the Webster Recreation Center, and helping the Webster community lay wreaths on National Wreath Day at Webster Union Cemetery.
The Kinecta Kindness Award program recognizes acts of kindness throughout the community. Wreaths Across America was nominated by Kinecta employee Kimberly Barkley.
Pictured above (L-R) are: Blue Star Mothers ROC NY8 president Amy VanDerwerken, Wreaths Across America Webster Location Coordinator Cherie Wood, Financial Advocate IV and Active Duty Army National Guard member Rob Seay, and Kinecta Community Program Manager Andrew Myers. Not Shown: Assistant Retail Services Manager Ashley Michaels.
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(posted 8/18/2023)
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