Freedom Mortgage, one of the largest full-service mortgage companies and the top VA and top FHA (government-insured) lender in the U.S., announced the start of its annual Rucksacks to Backpacks campaign to provide school supplies for the children of active-duty military, National Guard members, and Reservists. Money raised from the campaign, now in its ninth year, will enable children in grades K-8 to pick the school supplies they need at distribution events through nine USO (United Service Organizations) centers across the country.
The Rucksacks to Backpacks fundraiser runs through July 16. The company welcomes anyone to join in and make an online donation.
Money raised from the fundraiser will benefit USO Arizona; Bob Hope USO (Southern and Central California); USO Ohio; USO of Greater Jacksonville (Northern Florida); USO Indiana; USO of Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey; USO of Metropolitan New York; USO of Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore; and USO Dallas Fort Worth (North Texas).
Each USO will purchase the most-needed back-to-school supplies from the money raised and distribute them locally this July and August to meet the needs of their military communities. If Freedom Mortgage reaches its goal of $125,000, about 3,500 children will have the necessary new back-to-school supplies to start the new school year.
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Freedom Mortgage gathered school supplies through collection bins placed throughout the company’s offices across the country. Last year, the company switched to a virtual campaign in which employees purchased backpacks and school supplies online and shipped them directly to individual USO centers. Backpacks were then assembled and distributed at drive-through events at each location.
This year, Freedom Mortgage made the campaign even easier by creating an online fundraiser that enables USO centers to purchase the exact items that children in their communities need (http://bidpal.net/
You can learn more in this interview.
Why did Freedom Mortgage launch the Rucksacks to Backpacks campaign?
As the #1 VA and #1 FHA lender in the U.S., Freedom Mortgage has been supporting military families and underserved communities for years. We are proud to be the mortgage industry's largest philanthropic supporter of the USO of Pennsylvania and Southern Jersey.
The creation of the Rucksacks to Backpacks campaign in partnership with the USO came about when we learned of the need to assist military children across the nation with back-to-school supplies. We started the Rucksacks to Backpacks campaign – now in its 9th year – by collecting backpacks and school supplies then distributing them at specific USO across the country. This year we are holding the first fundraiser to support 9 USOs across the country which will enable each to purchase the supplies they need. We welcome the local community to join our fundraiser to provide much needed school supplies for the children of military families.
Money raised from the fundraiser, ending July 16th, will benefit USO Arizona; Bob Hope USO (Southern and Central California); USO Ohio; USO of Greater Jacksonville (Northern Florida); USO Indiana; USO of Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey; USO of Metropolitan New York; USO of Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore; and USO Dallas Fort Worth (North Texas).
Each USO will purchase the most-needed back-to-school supplies from the money raised and distribute them locally starting later this month and through August to meet the needs of their military communities. Freedom Mortgage plans to reach a goal of $125,000 which will provide 3,500 children with the necessary new back-to-school supplies to start the new school year.
Donations can be made virtually, enabling USO centers to purchase the exact items that children in their communities need. Click here to see a short video highlighting this year’s fundraiser and moments from the Rucksacks to Backpacks program over the years.
And to donate, visit: http://bidpal.net/
Why do you feel it's important for companies to get involved in campaigns like this?
The reality is military families are often left with financial restraints; and the pandemic only worsened those struggles. The Rucksacks to Backpacks campaign is one way we can give some everyday relief to those who protect our freedoms - especially their children who deserve school supplies to assist with their academic success.
Also, it is the corporate social responsibility of Freedom Mortgage, and other companies, to set a positive example in communities and to give back to the area where employees live and work.
What sets Freedom Mortgage apart from other providers?
Freedom Mortgage stands out from other providers for a number of reasons, including:
Our expertise in helping consumers obtain VA and FHA loans. The company’s mission is to foster homeownership for all consumers across America and we especially want to help those who may not have 20 percent down payment.
We are one of the nation’s largest loan originators and servicers, licensed in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
We are renowned for our vibrant work environment where our team members can grow and thrive.
And of course, for our campaigns we run annually that support the military, including Rucksacks to Backpacks.
For more information on Team Freedom Cares, which provides Freedom Mortgage employees, family members, friends and customers with opportunities to support their local communities as well as veterans and those currently serving in all branches of the U.S. military and their families, visit www.teamfreedomcares.org
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About the USO:
The USO strengthens America's military service members by keeping them connected to family, home and country, throughout their service to the nation. At hundreds of locations worldwide, we are united in our commitment to connect our service members and their families through countless acts of caring, comfort and support. The USO is a private nonprofit organization, not a government agency. Our programs, services and entertainment tours are made possible by the American people, support of our corporate partners and the dedication of our volunteers and staff. To join us in this important mission, and to learn more about the USO, please visit USO.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and In
About Freedom Mortgage Corporation
Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, Freedom Mortgage is a full-service mortgage company that provides mortgage loans through retail, wholesale, and correspondent channels. One of the nation’s largest loan originators and servicers, the company is licensed in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Freedom Mortgage is the #1 VA and #1 FHA (government-insured) lender in the U.S. (Inside Mortgage Finance, 2020) and one of the mortgage industry’s largest philanthropic supporters of the USO of Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey. The company is also renowned for its vibrant work environment where its team members can thrive. The company’s mission is to foster homeownership for all consumers across America. For more information, please visitFreedomMortgage.com.
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