About People First Federal Credit Union
People First Federal Credit Union (People First) is a federally chartered and insured credit union that has been serving the Lehigh and Northampton Counties of Pennsylvania by offering low-cost financial services for more than 70 years. With almost $900 million in assets and more than 72,000 members, People First serves more members than any other credit union in the Lehigh Valley region. A member-owned, caring, provider of financial services, People First is committed to helping the people of the Lehigh Valley and beyond to improve their lives and secure a better future.
About Battle Borne
Battle Borne’s mission is to connect veterans with the resources needed to recover from their mental, emotional and physical trauma so they can restore their lives and reintegrate into society. They achieve this through a collaborative effort of like-minded individuals and, organizations by leveraging both internal and external resources to assist veterans in our community. Their peer-to-peer groups and drop-in center provide access and referrals to the resources needed by our veteran community. Founded four years ago, they serve the more than 17,000 veterans of Northampton County and are now branching into Lehigh County as of July as well as Monroe County starting in June.
About Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley
Stable, affordable housing is critical to education, health, and economic success across our area. Habitat’s unique homeownership program allows hardworking, low-income families to build and buy a home with 0%-interest mortgage after completing 250 sweat equity hours. Once in residence, they make monthly mortgage payments. Since most of its families are new to home ownership, HLV stays in contact with them, guiding them and providing support to ensure their successful transition to home ownership.
About The Literacy Center
The Literacy Center is a leader in community-based adult literacy education built on innovative, cost-effective instructional services that ensure excellence in student outcomes. Since 1977, more than 30,000 adults from nearly every country in the world have sought its expertise and help. Programs include English as a Second Language, GED, Workforce Development and Work from Home Certificate. Today, The Literacy Center employs more than 20 full- and part-time employees, the majority of whom hold a master’s degree. They have more than 30 dedicated volunteers who contribute their time and expertise to operations. In 2017, they expanded the number of classrooms from six to eleven. They also provide a state-of-the-art computer lab and a college access room for students.