NWFCU Foundation’s Superheroes Offer Critically Ill Children a Night of Magic

HERNDON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–More than 130 people—critically ill children and their families—attended
the Northwest Federal Credit Union Foundation’s 7^th annual Night
of Magic event on July 8^th, 2016. The children receive
care at INOVA Children’s Hospital in Fairfax, Va., and the annual event
is a chance for them to enjoy music, food, and games in a party
atmosphere. This year’s event was superhero-themed, giving the children
the chance to dress in costume and interact with volunteers dressed as
their favorite characters. During the event, Northwest Federal Credit
Union’s President and CEO, Chris McDonald, presented a $5,000 donation
to the hospital’s Child Life Services, a program dedicated to easing
children’s anxiety during hospital stays.

“The Night of Magic is special to everyone in the Foundation and
Northwest Federal,” said McDonald. “Our 48 volunteers worked tirelessly
to make it an event these deserving children will never forget, and our
generous sponsors gave of their time, talent, and resources with the
sole hope of making a difference in the lives the children, their
families, and Child Life Services at INOVA Fairfax.”

The Foundation would like to thank the following for their support
this year:

About Northwest Federal Credit Union Foundation

The NWFCU Foundation was established in 2004 to promote and manage
Northwest Federal Credit Union’s philanthropic activities. The mission
of NWFCU Foundation is to strengthen our community through our
scholarship, mentoring and youth outreach programs. The NWFCU Foundation
is a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are tax deductible to the extent
permissible by law for those who itemize deductions. For more
information, visit www.nwfcufoundation.org.

About Northwest Federal Credit Union

Northwest Federal Credit Union is a full-service financial institution
ranking among the largest credit unions in Virginia and in the top 50
credit unions in the nation. Established in 1947 and headquartered in
Herndon, Va., Northwest Federal is dedicated to providing financial
services and education to its members and the community. The Credit
Union currently serves more than 200,000 members and has assets in
excess of $3.0 billion. For more information, visit www.nwfcu.org.

Contacts

Northwest Federal Credit Union Foundation
Kristen Soller
Public
Relations Specialist
571-585-0700
ksoller@nwfcu.org