June 5th, 2026012Through everyday VyStar debit card purchases, members are helping fund student success, education programs and critical school needs.
JACKSONVILLE, FL – Everyday purchases are making a lasting impact in local schools thanks to VyStar Credit Union members, who helped generate more than $49,0000 this academic year for 19 Florida high schools through VyStar’s High School Debit Card Give Back Program.
“The VyStar Debit Card Give Back Program has been a tremendous benefit to Bradford High School because it provides flexible funding that directly supports our students and school community,” said Chris Coffey, Bradford High School...
June 5th, 202609Federal data privacy standard is required for effective regulation, white paper provides recommendations for federal policymakers
WASHINGTON – America’s Credit Unions today released a white paper calling for a federal data privacy standard that preempts state privacy regulation, while recognizing the existing compliance obligations already in place for credit unions.
Considering the mounting uncertainty and rising compliance burdens from a patchwork of incompatible state regulations, the white paper makes clear that the need for comprehensive federal privacy legislation is critical.
“Without a clear federal privacy standard,...
June 5th, 2026017Impact data highlights the power of a movement advancing financial well-being
Madison, Wis. – The National Credit Union Foundation today released its 2025 Impact Report, highlighting how credit unions across the country are working together to improve financial well-being and strengthen communities.
The report reflects a defining year for the Foundation, marked by a renewed mission and vision and a sharpened focus on equipping credit unions to advance financial well-being in meaningful and practical ways.
“Credit unions are already leading this work every day—walking alongside their members through financial challenges and...
June 5th, 2026012Ten students have been recognized for their accomplishments and awarded $1,000 each toward their higher education expenses. These 10 students were selected for the Blue Eagle Credit Union Alexander Scholarship from a near record number of applications.
2026 Recipients: Ellison Fulcher, Parneet Gill, Samuel Grooten, William Huff, Donna Jennings, Taylor Malone, Ryleigh Marra, Layla McCall, Thomas Rexrode, and Lucas Shubert.
“Education is a key factor to being successful in everything you do in life. Knowledge equips you for reaching your next goal, whatever that is, and is why we encourage learning through our many unique education...
June 1st, 2026016Share your expertise with over 200 League System executives in Nashville, TN – Nov 30 through Dec 3
The American Association of Credit Union Leagues (AACUL) is now accepting speaker proposals for its 2026 AACUL Winter Conference, taking place November 30 through December 3, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee.
AACUL’s Winter Conference is the premier, invitation-only gathering of credit union League System leaders, bringing together approximately 250 league presidents, board chairs, executive teams, and key partners from across the country for strategic dialogue and peer collaboration.
The conference is centered on the theme “Align....
June 1st, 2026028Gadsden, AL – Alabama ONE Credit Union is proud to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its new Southside Branch on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Community members, members, and neighbors are invited to join the celebration located at 2020 AL-77, Gadsden, AL 35907.
The celebration will include door prize giveaways and opportunities for guests to connect with Alabama ONE’s leadership and the Southside Branch team. As Alabama ONE continues celebrating 75 years of service throughout the year, the opening of the Southside Branch reflects the credit unions' continued commitment to serving communities across Alabama. Guests are...
June 1st, 2026012Record-breaking political investments underscore commitment to electing credit union champions to the 120th Congress
WASHINGTON, D.C. — America’s Credit Unions today announced its latest independent expenditure campaign supporting congressional candidate Ben McAdams, D, Utah District 1. Together with previous campaigns for Rep. Young Kim, R-Calif. District 40, and Rep. Brad Sherman, D-Calif. District 36, who face primary voters Tuesday June 2, the investments reinforce the Association’s commitment to electing proven credit union champions to the 120th Congress.
America’s Credit Unions is set to launch a new independent...
June 1st, 2026019LAKE MARY, Fla. -- The Addition Financial Foundation is expanding its Renovate to Educate program in 2026, selecting five Central Florida public schools to receive newly designed or renovated “needs spaces” that support students and families facing hardship.
Now entering its second year focused on transforming needs spaces in public schools, the program will expand into Volusia County for the first time, bringing the total number of participating school districts to five across Central Florida.
The 2026 Renovate to Educate program recipients are:
Meadowbrook Middle School (Orange County Public Schools)
9th Grade Center at...
June 1st, 2026017Marietta, GA – Credit Union of Georgia is proud to announce that Kathy Winiarczyk, Business Development Officer for the Cobb County community was recognized at the 2026 Employee End-of-Year Awards Luncheon hosted by Marietta City Schools, where she received the prestigious Board of Education Appreciation Award. The award recognizes individuals and organizations for their time, talent, and treasure dedicated to making a meaningful impact within Marietta City Schools.
Out of a packed auditorium, only four individuals and/or businesses were selected for this incredible honor, making the recognition especially meaningful for Kathy and...
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