Members 1st Federal Credit Union & Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central PA (RMHC-CP)
Business Supporting Community Nonprofits
Members 1st Federal Credit Union
Members1st.org
Why is supporting local nonprofits important to your business?
Members 1st’s humble beginning dates back to 1950 with nine people pooling their money to help a neighbor purchase a needed appliance. Now, as the credit union celebrates its 75th anniversary year, Members 1st has grown to serve over 600,000 members. Through all of this growth, Members 1st’s commitment to serve their members, associates and communities through support, empowerment and meaningful relationships has remained the same. And a key part of this is supporting the nonprofits in our communities that are helping our neighbors reach their full potential.
Guided by the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People,” community involvement and nonprofit support is central to Members 1st. The credit union’s commitment to supporting nonprofit organizations goes beyond financial sponsorships. Members 1st’s associates actively participate in and support local initiatives across the credit union’s eleven-county footprint.
Why did you choose this particular nonprofit, and how do you support them?
When you have a sick child, finances shouldn’t be what you worry about. That’s where the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Pennsylvania (RMHC) comes in.
RMHC helps families throughout Members 1st’s geographic footprint through the support and services they offer families receiving services from various hospital systems in the credit union’s region. RMHC’s support encompasses everything from kiosks and carts for snacks and support items to lounges and even housing for families with children receiving crucial care at area hospitals.
Members 1st has supported RMHC in many ways over the years, including volunteer support, event sponsorships (such as the upcoming Ladies Night Out in May) and other event support. In the past, associates have also visited the RMHC in Hershey to prepare meals for families, as well.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central PA
rmhc-centralpa.org
745 W Governor Rd, Hershey, PA
What is your organization’s mission, and how does corporate or foundation support contribute to your goals?
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central PA (RMHC-CP) provides essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families and promote healing when children need healthcare. We are currently able to provide all of our program services at no charge to the families we serve thanks to the generous support of our community. In particular, our corporate partners, such as Member’s 1st Federal Credit Union, make all the difference.
A great corporate partnership for RMHC-CP is mutually beneficial. Not only do we receive critical financial support that allows us to perform our operational functions without worry, but most often, will also incorporate volunteerism and opportunities for education, which increases public awareness of our mission. In turn, this enhances the company’s social reputation and boosts employee morale.
A recent example of our partnership in action includes our Going Home Bag Program. Member’s 1st donated a matching gift to our Ladies Night Out event. RMHC-CP leveraged this donation to raise funds to create bags filled with items that support our families as they transition home. Member’s 1st was then able to provide volunteers to help pack the bags and get them ready to go out the door.
Our sincere desire is that the relationship is as meaningful to the corporation and its employees as it is for us and the families we serve. One thing is for sure, we wouldn’t be able to meet our mission without these vital partnerships.
What is your greatest need for corporate or foundation support in 2025?
Overall, general financial contributions remain our most significant need. This allows us to purchase what we need for our programs and families when we need it most and not have to worry about storage, expiration dates or operational fluidity.
Financial contributions from our corporate partners in 2025 will support a brand-new playground at the RMH in Hershey, an outdoor, family-centered garden retreat, provide nutritional meals daily for our families and snacks and activities for our in-hospital programs. Additionally, corporations can support any of our four special events: Ladies Night Out, Annual Golf Classic, Lancaster County Auction and Sporting Clays Tournament.
To find out all the ways you can support RMHC of Central PA, check out our Get Involved page at rmhc-centralpa.org or call 717-533-4001 for more information.
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