May 19th, 202506LAKE MARY, Fla – Eight standout students from across Central Florida are one step closer to achieving their academic dreams, thanks to the Addition Financial Foundation’s $65,000 in scholarship awards announced this month.
Named after the former Addition Financial Credit Union President and CEO, the Joseph A. Melbourne Jr. Annual Scholarship Program awards college scholarships to six high school seniors, worth $10,000 each, and two graduate level scholarships, worth $2,500 each.
“A significant part of the Foundation’s mission is to support education in a way that’s meaningful and lasting,” said Cristina Lehman, Executive...
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Pensacola, Florida — PenAir Credit Union (PenAir) is proud to announce the election of Stephanie Oram as Chair of the Board of Directors, marking a historic milestone as the first woman to hold the position in the credit union’s 89-year history.
Oram, who previously served as Vice Chair, was elected by her fellow board members to succeed Robert (Bob) Jacobson. After six years of distinguished leadership as Chair, Jacobson will continue to serve on the board.
“We thank Bob for his steady leadership during a period of growth and innovation at PenAir,” said Lee...
May 15th, 202502TAMPA, Fla. – USF Credit Union and AdventHealth University (AHU) are launching a transformative new partnership that fuels the future of health care by supporting students, enhancing academic excellence, and equipping tomorrow’s caregivers with essential financial skills.
As part of the partnership, USF CU is investing $150,000 to help fund scholarships for students attending AHU’s new Tampa campus, expanding access to high-demand healthcare careers in nursing and more.
The credit union will also provide customized financial wellness programs to support students as they pursue their education.
“AdventHealth University trains...
May 15th, 202505Panama City, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union is excited to announce the official opening of its newest branch in Bonifay, Florida. Located at 402 N Waukesha Street, this full-service branch brings Innovations’ signature blend of personal service and modern banking solutions to Holmes County for the first time.
This new location marks Innovations’ second branch outside of Bay County and continues the credit union’s strategic expansion across the Florida Panhandle.
“Opening our doors in Bonifay allows us to further our commitment to financial empowerment across the Panhandle,” said Scott Gladden, President of...
May 15th, 202501Chipley, FL – Community South Credit Union is excited to announce the recipients of the 2025 “Make-A-Splash!” Classroom Grant. This grant was designed to provide funding for innovative projects that enhance the classroom experience beyond the standard curriculum. This year, the credit union awarded six grants for a total of $5,550 to winners in Holmes, Jackson, and Washington counties.
“We are honored to support our local educators and their efforts to provide opportunities to their students that are otherwise unavailable due to budget limitations,” said Jan Page, CEO of Community South. “It’s a small but positive ripple...
May 14th, 2025010Panama City, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union has been named one of the Top 10 Credit Unions in the Nation for delivering exceptional value to its members, according to the latest Return of the Member (ROM) Index from Callahan & Associates.
Ranked #8 nationally in its asset category, this honor highlights Innovations’ continued commitment to helping members achieve financial success through competitive rates, low fees, and personalized service. The ROM Index evaluates credit unions based on how effectively they return value to members through lending and deposit products, usage of financial services, and overall member...
May 14th, 202502Individuals and families across Jacksonville, Orlando, and Atlanta prove what’s possible with the right tools, support and motivation.
JACKSONVILLE, FL – What could you do with more savings and less financial stress? For more than 31,000 participants - both VyStar members and community members across Florida and Georgia - that question just got easier to answer. VyStar Credit Union is proud to celebrate the success of its inaugural “VyStar Savings Challenge”, which empowered people to build better financial habits and take real steps toward a stronger future. Designed to tackle rising consumer debt and strengthen savings habits,...
May 12th, 202505LAKE MARY, Fla. - To recognize the incredible work of teachers and nurses during their national appreciation weeks, Addition Financial Credit Union recently wrapped up a special weeklong tour across Central Florida, delivering heartfelt thanks and thoughtful surprises to those on the front lines of education and healthcare.
From May 5 through May 9, Addition Financial team members stopped by local schools and hospitals in Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake, and Volusia counties, bringing picnic baskets packed with treats and goodies for lucky raffle winners. Some locations also enjoyed the bonus of a sponsored coffee bar, serving up...
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Panama City, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union is proud to announce the tremendous success of its 2025 Charity Golf Tournament, held on April 4, 2025, at the beautiful Bay Point Golf Club. With strong support from credit union partners, community businesses, and local advocates, this year’s event raised $22,061 to benefit the Gulf Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (GCCAC).
The funds raised will directly support the center’s mission to provide critical services to children and families impacted by abuse and trauma in the Gulf Coast region.
"We’re incredibly grateful for the continued generosity of our partners and...
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