NAME OF FEATURE | THE GLEANER | FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2025 7 CREDIT UNION WEEK IN REVIEW FEATURE CREDIT UNION Week 2025 was more than just a celebration for Lascelles Credit Union, it was a chance to live our values, uplift our community, and showcase what true cooperation can achieve. Under the powerful theme ‘Cooperation for Prosperity’, we set out to make a difference, one act of kindness at a time. The week began with reverence, as we joined the Credit Unions of Jamaica national opening church service, grounding our intentions in gratitude and faith. From there, the spirit of giving came alive. One of our most heartfelt initiatives took place at the Women’s Centre of Jamaica Foundation, where we hosted a motivational session paired with light refreshments. The aim was simple yet profound: to uplift expecting teen mothers, reminding them of their worth, their strength, potential, and that one bad decision should not define their whole life. At the end of the session, we presented the centre with much-needed supplies, including sanitary pads, baby formula, diapers, and other essentials. This would not have been possible without the generous support of T. Geddes Grant Distributors Limited and Nestlé Jamaica Limited. It was a beautiful reminder that, when we work together, we multiply our impact. Believing that every child deserves the chance to dream, we visited Union Gardens Basic School, a nearby kindergarten, to donate books that could open worlds of imagination and possibility. Far too many children are falling behind, with just over 65% reading at mastery level and some not reading at all. By placing books into little hands and hearts, we hope to spark a lifelong love for learning, one story at a time. It’s a small gesture, but we know that it will help build brighter futures. On International Credit Union Day, the celebration came home. We transformed our property into a vibrant Credit Union Village, where members could access important services with ease, enjoy complimentary refreshments, and take in the music, entertainment, and festive atmosphere. It was a Cooperation for Prosperity Lascelles Credit Union celebrates with heart and purpose PLEASE SEE LASCELLES, 8
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