Donations Exceed $50,000 For Local Schools

It has become a tradition for Goldenwest Credit Union to present checks to nine local schools during year-end student assemblies. The large checks are the results of efforts by students, principals, PTA volunteers and credit union employees during the 5K For Schools.

“It is so a thrill for our team to go into the schools and present these checks to the students,” said Shelley Clarke, Goldenwest President/CEO. “Each person who participates in the 5K helps make our schools stronger.”

More than 2,400 people registered for the 10th Annual 5K For Schools held March 27th. One-hundred percent of the registration fees are used to benefit the schools and students, with Goldenwest adding $5 for each entry received. More than $50,000 in cash and in-kind donations will be awarded to the nine schools and the Weber School District Foundation.

Each year, Goldenwest donates hundreds of hours of employee along with t-shirts and supplies so that 100% of the registration fees can go to benefit the schools. The schools use the funds to purchase much needed equipment and materials for the schools, and to support a variety of programs including athletics and clubs.