First Harvest Credit Union’s Charitable Journey Program Raises $5,000 to Support Breast Cancer Causes

Through a combination of fundraising efforts, First Harvest Credit Union’s employee-led Charitable Journey program raised $5,000 during September and October to support breast cancer research, patient care, and awareness initiatives throughout the region.

During October, the Charitable Journey program supported breast cancer awareness with its annual Pink Ribbon Program and two "Pink-Out" dress-down days benefiting the Cooper Norcross Foundation. First Harvest matched all employee and member contributions, helping to raise a total of $3,000 for the cause. All proceeds benefit local breast cancer patients and research initiatives through the MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper.

First Harvest also supported breast cancer awareness by sponsoring the Credit Unions for a Cure team in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk of Ocean City NJ. Additionally, employees raised funds for the team by hosting several Dress Down Jean Days as part of the Charitable Journey quarterly fundraising initiative, contributing an additional $2,000 to support breast cancer awareness efforts in the region.

Charitable Journey is First Harvest's employee-led charitable giving program, which coordinates quarterly fundraising initiatives in support of local nonprofit organizations and causes. Since its inception, the Charitable Journey program has donated more than $77,000 to local charities and community organizations.

“Credit unions are in the people business, dedicated to serving both their members and the communities they call home,” said First Harvest President & CEO, Mike Dinneen. “The impact that our team makes extends far beyond financial wellbeing. Through programs like Charitable Journey, we’re able to reinvest in our communities and support the health and prosperity of our Southern New Jersey neighbors. We are incredibly grateful to our employees and members for their continued commitment to our social mission and their passion for supporting the communities we serve.”