American Heritage Credit Union (“American Heritage”) recently completed its 5^th annual Recycling for Readers Drive, which collects gently-used books of all genres to be donated to community organizations and nonprofits. This year’s associate-only collection was incredibly successful, with more than 1,575 books donated by American Heritage associates for this cause. 53 American Heritage associates volunteered their time to this effort.

Associates sorted, organized, and delivered the books to be donated to five local organizations, including:

• BookSmiles
• Fox Chase Cancer Center
• Goodwill Donation Center (Northeast Philadelphia)
• Lassin Early Learning Center
• Northeast Philadelphia YMCA

The book donations make a significant impact on each of the organizations. Early literacy efforts are supported through the books given to the childcare and early learning centers, while the books donated to Fox Chase Cancer Center provide patients with entertainment while they wait for appointments or to receive treatment. More than 300 books were donated to the Northeast Philadelphia YMCA as part of their Back to School Backpack Drive.

“We are thrilled by the remarkable success of this year’s Recycling for Readers Drive,” said Diana Clark, AVP, Payroll & Recruiting for American Heritage Credit Union and organizer of the Drive. “Over the past five years, our associates come together with enthusiasm and a shared commitment to giving back. Seeing the direct impact these donations have on individuals and organizations throughout our communities is incredibly meaningful. A special thank you to our Green Team Committee and to all the associates whose donations and volunteer efforts made this initiative possible.”