Washington Trust Employees Build Welcome Home Kits to Benefit Crossroads RI

Washington Trust employees recently built and donated 35 “Welcome Home Kits” to benefit Crossroads Rhode Island clients who are transitioning from homelessness to stable housing. The kits, valued at more than $4,000, contain personal care items and basic household supplies, and are presented to clients to help them get settled into their new apartments.

More than 100 Washington Trust employees participated in the collection drive and kit assembly effort, including Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Edward O. “Ned” Handy III, and President & Chief Operating Officer, Mary Noons.

“Washington Trust remains committed to supporting programs that provide resources to individuals and families who are seeking safe and affordable housing options, especially in the midst of the current housing crisis in Rhode Island,” said Mary Noons, President and Chief Operating Officer at Washington Trust. Adding, “Our employees care deeply about their local communities, and we’re proud of this effort to support Crossroads’ mission.”

"Many of the unhoused people that we serve come to us with little more than the clothes on their backs," said Laura Calenda, Crossroads Chief Marketing & Philanthropy Officer. "Thanks to the generosity of Washington Trust, we will be able to provide 35 households with essential items like paper products, toiletries, and cleaning supplies to help with the transition into new homes. We are grateful for our continued partnership."

Washington Trust has also committed a $50,000 grant to support Crossroads’ 'Roads to Home' capital campaign that will create nearly 300 affordable permanent supportive apartments for formerly homeless adults in three different buildings in Providence.