Chartway Recognized as One of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in Hampton Roads

PHOTO: Chartway Credit Union has been named honoree of The Civic 50 Hampton Roads by VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads and Points of Light, the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service. Pictured L-R: Ben Lemoine, Chartway CFO; Vanessa Coria, Chartway VP of Communications; Christine Wilson, Chartway Promise Foundation President and Stephanie Gorham, Volunteer Hampton Roads CEO. (Photo courtesy of Chartway Credit Union.)

Virginia Beach, VA (November 1, 2023) – Chartway Credit Union has been named honoree of The Civic 50 Hampton Roads by VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads and Points of Light, the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service. This award acknowledges 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, talent, skills and resources to drive social impact in their company and communities.

“We value community because the people we serve and the places they live are all connected and thrive together – it’s one of our core values,” said Brian Schools, Chartway Credit Union president and CEO. “I’m grateful VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads and Points of Light selected Chartway for this honor. We are in esteemed company, and this recognition reminds us to remain steadfast in serving our members, our communities and each other.”

"Chartway's unwavering commitment to our community shines bright as they are honored among The Civic 50 Hampton Roads for 2023. Their exceptional dedication to service is not just a number on paper; it's a testament to their heart and soul,” said Liz Pasqualini, VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads vice president of community engagement. “With the highest percentage of employee participation through volunteerism in the large business category, Chartway exemplifies the true spirit of community engagement. Congratulations to Chartway for their remarkable achievement in making a meaningful difference in the lives of Hampton Roads residents."

Companies selected for The Civic 50 Hampton Roads demonstrate a commitment to becoming a supporter 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. It consists of quantitative and multiple-choice questions that inform the scoring process.

Learn more about Chartway Credit Union at www.Chartway.com.

For more information about The Civic 50 Hampton Roads and this year’s honorees, visit www.volunteerhr.org/civic50hr.

About Chartway

Since 1959, Chartway has been unlocking the potential of individuals and families so they can thrive. Member-owned and values-driven, our $2.8 billion credit union proudly serves more than 200,000 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 raised 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.