SANTA FE, New Mexico, September 20, 2016—Del Norte Credit Union (DNCU), Northern New Mexico’s hometown financial cooperative, supports many worthy causes in New Mexico and takes its self-directed value statement “improving lives” to heart. From September 26 to October 31 DNCU’s Second Annual Toasty Coats for Tots and Teens, a coat drive to benefit SFPS Adelante, a critical program that provides services for children who are experiencing homelessness in Santa Fe, will take place in the three Santa Fe DNCU branches: 3286 Cerrillos Rd., 403 West Cordova Rd., and 510 North Guadalupe. “The response from our members and staff last year was heartwarming, and we anticipate a healthy reaction again on behalf of this worthy cause. A warm winter coat is a necessity and every child, especially those living with difficult circumstances, deserves one.” says DNCU CEO/President Chuck Valenti. DNCU is asking staff, members, and guests to please donate new or gently used winter coats during this time to help. Requested coat sizes: children’s 5-18 and teens S-L. According to SFPS Adelante, more than 1,700 children and teens find themselves involved in a homeless situation in Santa Fe County. “Children and youth from SFPS Adelante Program are so appreciative when they know that someone in their community cares enough to donate a nice coat for the winter weather. Their eyes light up when they see their new colorful, warm jacket!" says Gaile Herling, program coordination, SFPS Adelante. About Del Norte Credit Union Chartered in 1954, Del Norte Credit Union is dedicated to helping its members achieve their financial goals by being a trusted source of unbiased financial advice. Today DNCU serves more than 45,000 members throughout New Mexico. About SFPS Adelante Program Founded in 2003, SFPS Adelante today identifies and serves more than 1,700 students and siblings experiencing homelessness every year. SFPS Adelante is a program of Santa Fe Public Schools and a fiscal project of Santa Fe Partners in Education Foundation.
