NFM Lending is currently holding its annual food drive at its corporate and retail branch locations throughout the U.S. From June 1-30, 2015, NFM Lending employees and their friends and family members will bring in canned goods and other non-perishable food items into their local NFM Lending location. Donations collected in Maryland will go to the Maryland Food Bank, while donations collected outside of Maryland will go to local area food banks.

NFM Lending’s food drive is open to the public. If you are interested in participating, please visit our website, http://www.nfmlending.com/find-a-branch to locate a branch near you. The following items were listed on the Maryland Food Bank’s “Most Needed Items” list:

CANNED PROTEIN
Tuna
Salmon
Chicken
Peanut Butter
Beans

PASTA & RICE
Brown & white rice
Macaroni & cheese
Pasta

FRUITS & VEGETABLES
Canned vegetables (low sodium, no salt added)
Fruits & juices (light syrup)
Fruit cocktail
Apple sauce

DAIRY FOODS
Shelf-stable milk
Evaporated milk
Infant formula

BREAKFAST
Cereal
Oatmeal
Quick oats
Granola/cereal bars

SOUPS & STEWS
(Low sodium)
Beef stew
Chili
Chicken noodle
Vegetable
Turkey & rice

NON-FOOD ITEMS
Diapers
Toilet Paper
Plastic/Paper plates and cups
Sanitary napkins and tampons

Thank you in advance for your support!

LINTHICUM, MD, April 15, 2015 — NFM Lending is proud to have sponsored and participated in the annual Red Shoe Shuffle for the fourth consecutive year on Sunday, April 12, 2015. The Red Shoe Shuffle is a 5K race around downtown Baltimore to benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Baltimore (RMHCB).

In addition to sponsoring the event, a group of NFM Lending staff members and their families participated in the event, either as “Shufflers,” or as volunteers. Bernadette Pearson, HR Director, was a volunteer at the event. Pearson has been involved with the Red Shoe Crew since 2011, and has been part of the Shuffle since the first event in 2012.

“The Ronald McDonald House of Baltimore holds a special place for many of NFM’s employees,” said Pearson. “We are honored that we are able to be part of this fun and meaningful event, and to support such an amazing organization.”

Race participants wore red and white striped socks, similar to Ronald McDonald’s, as well as red necklaces, tutus, wigs, and other accessories to show their spirit. Race volunteers and families stationed throughout the race held signs of encouragement, and cheered on Shufflers. Often, children who have stayed or are currently staying at the Ronald McDonald House with their families attend the race. Families travel from all over the U.S. to participate in the Shuffle. Children, young adults, and parents who have participated in past Red Shoe Shuffles shared their triumphant finish line stories on the Red Shoe Shuffle website.

The race began in front of the Ronald McDonald House at 635 West Lexington Street in Baltimore. The 3.1 mile trail took Shuffle participants throughout the city, including through the Inner Harbor. At the finish line, sponsors set up booths with giveaways and activities for runners. In total, the event had 2,500 participants, over 200 volunteers, and raised a total of $345,000.

NFM Lending is proud to support the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Baltimore, and is thankful to have had the opportunity to be a part of this extraordinary event.

About NFM Lending
NFM Lending (formerly NFM, Inc.) is a mortgage lending company currently licensed in 29 states across the United States. The company was founded in Baltimore, Maryland in 1998. They attribute their success in the mortgage industry to their steadfast commitment to their customers and their community. NFM Lending has firmly planted itself in the home loan marketplace as “America’s Common Sense Residential Mortgage Lender.”

About the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Baltimore
The Ronald McDonald House Charities is an international nonprofit that provide housing to families of seriously ill children while they undergo hospital treatment. The Baltimore chapter is located near many of the area’s hospitals, including Johns Hopkins, the Kennedy Krieger Institute, and more. The Baltimore chapter has housed over 35,000 families since it opened its doors in 1982.

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