News
April 17th, 2012
We Promise Foundation Awards Free Groceries for a Year and a $101,600 Grant to Toby’s Dream Foundation
Following the excitement of the recent mega millions jackpot, Chartway Federal Credit Union’s We Promise Foundation decided to host its own special sweepstakes to support local children facing life-threatening illnesses. The contest, in which supporters had a one in 1,500 chance to win free groceries for a year, raised $29,800.
more »March 13th, 2012
We Promise & Roc Solid Foundations Help Toddler Battling Cancer Swing into Recovery
During the long, dark days of winter spent in the hospital after being diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, 3-year-old Zoe Deitemeyer dreamed of the day could play outside again—swinging, sliding and climbing her way to freedom and fun. Thanks to the expert Roc Solid builders and a $10,000 grant from Chartway Federal Credit Union’s We Promise Foundation, Zoe’s dream came true.
more »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.
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The We Promise Foundation has provided children suffering from serious illnesses the best care possible to enable their dreams to come true. The hard work of the volunteers, the commitment of the staff and the support from countless individuals have made a tremendous difference in the lives of children who need joy brought to it. Best wishes for continued success. 
