COLLEGE PARK, Md. – The Maryland men's basketball team has partnered with SECU this season for the Points for Pediatrics Program. Throughout the season SECU, Maryland's largest state-chartered financial cooperative, will continue to donate $5 to the University of Maryland Children's Hospital for every point scored by the team.
With 1,385 points tallied so far this season, the Terps offensive talent has translated to a $6,925 donation and counting. The partnership, now in its third season, affords the team the chance to support the community with an action as simple as scoring a basket.
“It's truly an honor for the team and I to have this opportunity to give back and support SECU and the University of Maryland Children's Hospital,” said head coach Mark Turgeon said. “As a coach, I enjoy when my team scores, but to know there is a philanthropic aspect to our on-court success, makes me very proud. The importance for patients to continue to have a top-notch medical facility available is paramount. It is a great cause to be a part of.”
SECU has guaranteed a minimum donation of $10,000 regardless of the total points scored by Maryland this season. In addition, SECU hosted patients, families and doctors from the hospital back on December 13th, at the Terps 67-57 win over USC Upstate.
About SECU
Founded in Baltimore in 1951, SECU is the largest state-chartered financial cooperative in Maryland, with over 225,000 members. SECU is ranked among the top 47 credit unions for total assets in the U.S. Assets have reached over $2.7 billion. Headquartered in Linthicum, MD, SECU has 22 branches 104 ATMs throughout Maryland. SECU also provides access to over 68,000 surcharge-free ATMs through the CO-OP and Allpoint networks. For more information about SECU, visit secumd.org.
About The University of Maryland Children's Hospital
The University of Maryland Children's Hospital combines state-of-the-art medicine with family-centered care. We understand that children aren't merely small adults, which is why we treat them as unique individuals. With more than 120 pediatric physicians on staff who are trained in over 30 specialty areas, we are recognized throughout Maryland and the mid-Atlantic region as a valuable resource for critically and chronically ill children. Learn more at umm.edu.
