January 12th, 20213195To help lift the spirits of Central Florida Seniors who were isolated by the pandemic, McCoy Federal Credit Union launched the Senior Assisted Living Outreach "Give Christmas Cheer."
Company-wide, McCoy team members crafted personal messages in custom Christmas cards and decorated 25 large boxes to fill with holidays gifts for the residents and community rooms.
McCoy collaborated with long-time partner Cornerstone Hospice to coordinate the delivery of hundreds of gifts to seven assisted living Central Florida facilities in four counties: 350 hand-crafted and signed Christmas cards; 49 blankets; 89 pairs of socks; and a myriad of games,...
November 24th, 20205110The Credit Union National Association (CUNA) announced First Commerce Credit Union as a first-place winner of the 2020 Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community Service Award for its #LocalStrong initiative, which was launched at the onset of the pandemic to support local businesses.
The Dora Maxwell award is presented annually to credit unions that demonstrate outstanding social responsibility projects in their communities. First Commerce received top honors among credit unions across the country in the $250 million to $1 billion asset size category. First Commerce was the only credit union in Florida and Georgia to be recognized this...
November 20th, 202036217Vicki Lovett has been with Suncoast Credit Union ($12.0B, Tampa, FL) for 39 years, the past 12 as chief lending officer at what is now the nation’s largest low-income designated credit union (LICU).
Looking back at the Great Recession, what are you and your lending operation doing differently this time and why?
Vickie Lovett: There were a lot of learnings from the Great Recession. One of them was that restricting our lending guidelines significantly isn’t always the right answer. Even in an economic downturn, members still need to borrow.
Today, we’re continuing to lend to our members using only minimally adjusted...
November 19th, 202066145San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union held its official ground breaking ceremony Nov. 13, for its new Operations Center.
Expected to open in late 2021, the 11,000-square-foot facility will be located next to the credit union's current branch in San Antonio.
"Building this facility is an example of our commitment to our members, our staff and our communities," said Patty Sarne, San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union president and CEO. "As banking continues to move into the digital era, the Board of Directors saw the need to provide a state-of-the-art facility that promotes collaboration and communication for support staff in the...
November 19th, 202058251Credit Union National Association's (CUNA) National Awards Committee announced First Commerce Credit Union in Tallahassee, Fla., as one of its 2020 CUNA Award winners.
First Commerce Credit Union won a first-place Dora Maxwell Award, which is presented to credit unions for outstanding social responsibility projects in their communities. First Commerce was one of five credit unions nation-wide to win this outstanding award.
The credit union was one of 15 to win a national CUNA award in any category.
“Congratulations to the 2020 CUNA Award winners who are being recognized for their commitment to their communities, particularly in a...
November 17th, 202034392McCoy Federal sponsored the Tuskegee Airman 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament in Orlando, Fla., to grant college scholarships, bolster youth mentoring programs and honor the Tuskegee Airmen who overcame prejudice during WWII by forming their own combat unit.
The first African-American team to pilot and maintain combat aircraft, the Tuskegee Airmen's unwavering bravery and "dogfighting" air combat skills led to Presidential commendations -- and paved the way for full integration in the U.S. Military.
McCoy Federal Credit Union embodies the credit union charter of "People Helping People" through sponsorships to help those in need and...
November 16th, 202021101To highlight Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando Giving Day, McCoy Federal Credit Union sponsored the adoption fee for Goofy, an adorable 75lb hound who was adopted into his "furever home."
The virtual event, held in place of their traditional yearly Furball fundraiser gala, featured a WFTV live-streamed birthday "pawty" starring puppies and kittens of all ages to encourage Pet Alliance's new virtual adoption program.
Giving Day in Orlando, Fl., met their fundraising goal of $300,000 to provide compassionate rescue, medical care, shelter, food and foster care to abandoned animals until they are adopted into their "furever" home.
McCoy...
October 20th, 20205135First Florida Credit Union is moving forward with plans to open three new branches in Northeast Florida.
This regional expansion officially begins with this month's grand opening of the credit union's 17th statewide branch located at 3280 Tamaya Boulevard -- just east of Beach Boulevard's intersection with Kernan Boulevard.
First Florida Credit Union has also purchased property near Atlanta Boulevard and Girvin Road as well as in St. Johns County's Durbin Creek area. Those branches are scheduled to open during 2021.
The expansion plans are designed to help the credit union better serve existing members in these specific...
October 20th, 2020292Georgia United Credit Union is helping fight food insecurity in their local communities through their #FightHunger challenge.
“Georgia United is committed to improving the lives of our members, team members and the communities we serve,” said Community Development Officer Liz Riffert. “The pandemic has made this year especially challenging and food banks across Georgia are experiencing an increase in demand. The Fight Hunger challenge is a rewarding and fun way for members and team members to help their neighbors in need.”
The credit union pledged to donate a dollar to local food banks for every fight-hunger post made on their...
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