Teens are often the "hidden homeless" in need of shelter

The Webster House is the recipient of a $2,500 Community Outreach grant from St. Mary’s Bank, the nation’s first credit union.

The Webster House provides a safe, supportive home for children unable to live at home primarily for reasons of abuse, neglect or difficulties in the community.

The grant will be used to fund emergency beds not covered by state licensed agencies or juvenile court monies, adding two more beds to the number currently available at The Webster House to children in need.

“Teens often fall through the cracks and end up the ‘hidden homeless,’” said Lou Catano, Executive Director at The Webster House. “We want to be able to offer a place to stay, along with care and counseling to kids who are homeless because their home life was abusive and they ‘escaped’ to the streets.”

”No child should have to sleep on the street or be put in harm’s way for lack of a safe haven,” said Tom Champagne, St. Mary’s Bank Director of Community Outreach. “We are pleased to be able to assist The Webster House and support its mission to reach out to children in our community in need of help.”

About St. Mary’s Bank
Founded in Manchester, New Hampshire in 1908, St. Mary’s Bank is the first credit union in the nation. It makes progressive financial products and services available and affordable to consumers and businesses. Members enjoy excellent service, competitive rates, low fees and state-of-the-art banking services. Headquartered in Manchester, New Hampshire, St. Mary’s Bank has locations in Manchester, Hudson, Londonderry, Milford, Nashua and Concord. Call 1-888-786-2791 or visit www.stmarysbank.com for more information.