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December 16th, 2011
Chartway FCU’s We Promise Foundation Delivered A Special Holiday Surprise to “Miracle Boy” Struck by Lightning
During this time of year when it’s all-too-easy to get lost in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, one local credit union took the time to give the holiday gift of a lifetime to a special young teen – the “Miracle Boy” whose heart stopped after lightning struck him on the left side of his head in 2007. Following an extraordinary recovery that has required years of aggressive medical treatments and therapy, the We Promise Foundation – the charitable arm of Virginia Beach-based Chartway Federal Credit Union – surprised 16-year old Noah with the one gift he and his family had dreamed of since that fateful day in his backyard: a specially-designed wheelchair van.
more »November 16th, 2011
From Darkness to Dream Come True: Charities Bring the Gift of Play into Focus for Local Boy Battling Cancer
During a season characterized by gestures of generosity, the We Promise and Roc Solid Foundations delivered a very special surprise to a little boy facing big odds: a backyard playground designed to bring the gift of play to children with pediatric cancer.
more »November 9th, 2011
HeritageWest Credit Union Plants Hope for Young Patients with Donation of Outdoor Hope Garden
Following months of construction and planning, young patients at Primary Children’s Medical Center are now benefiting from the gift of play, relaxation and sunshine thanks to a new outdoor Hope Garden donated by the We Promise Foundation, the charitable arm of HeritageWest Credit Union.
more »October 26th, 2011
During Tough Economic Times, the We Promise Foundation is Making Dreams Come True – One Quarter at a Time
Reach into your pocket or check inside your purse. Chances are, you’ll find a quarter or two. Although most people may not think much of that small, seemingly insignificant silver coin, the We Promise Foundation is encouraging its supporters to see the big difference that small change can make in the life of a child battling a life-threatening illness.
more »October 4th, 2011
We Promise Foundation’s Century Bike Ride Raises Over $23,000
Over hills, across smooth seaside surfaces and against a light headwind, 134 riders went the distance to make a difference during the We Promise Foundation’s 3rd Annual Beach Century Bike Tour on Saturday—raising over $23,000. For 100 challenging but rewarding miles, participants pedaled to make dreams come true for children battling life-threatening illnesses.
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Just being around these brave and courageous kids makes for a brighter day. 
