May 18th, 2026030JACKSONVILLE, FL - Fraud and identity theft continue to impact millions of Americans each year, often beginning with personal information that was improperly discarded or left exposed. That risk can lead to financial loss, identity theft, and long-term stress for individuals and families.
To help communities stay protected, VyStar Credit Union is hosting free “Shred to Protect Day” events across Florida and Georgia, giving residents a safe and secure way to dispose sensitive documents before they can be used for fraud.
“Fraud prevention works best when communities stay informed and proactive,” said a Chuck Meredith, VyStar Vice...
May 15th, 2026048Pensacola, Florida (May 14, 2026) – Gulf Winds Credit Union is pleased to announce that Pete Lauter has joined the leadership team as Vice President of Wealth Management. In this strategic role, Lauter will act as program manager for the Raymond James Financial Services advisors located at Gulf Winds and will oversee all wealth management services, expand the market presence, and develop a high-performing team of financial advisors dedicated to delivering exceptional results for members.
“We are excited to welcome Pete and continue enhancing the personalized wealth management experience for our members,” said Daniel Souers, President...
May 13th, 2026038Panama City, FL (May 13, 2026) – Innovations Financial Credit Union is proud to announce that Kristie McLane, Director of Community Business Development, graduated from Leadership Northwest Florida Class IV on May 8, 2026.
McLane was one of just 25 leaders selected by the Florida’s Great Northwest (FGNW) Foundation to participate in this prestigious program, which focuses on strengthening regional collaboration through community, content, and connection.
Over the course of seven months, Class IV participants engaged in an immersive educational experience alongside leaders from across Northwest Florida, representing a wide range of...
May 12th, 2026039Fort Walton Beach, Fla. (May 11, 2026) - Eglin Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce its Santa Rosa Beach ATM/Video Teller Drive-thru located at 4634 U.S. Highway 98 W. is now open.
Touch the ATM/Video Teller screen to speak with an Eglin FCU Video Teller Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on Fridays until 7 p.m. Video Tellers are local employees working from our Operations Center in Fort Walton Beach and are happy to assist members with deposits, withdrawals, transfers, payments and any other general account questions. The ATMs are available 24/7 using your Eglin FCU ATM or Debit Card. Learn more at...
May 4th, 2026045Orlando, FL – Addition Financial Credit Union has launched a new affinity debit card to benefit Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, allowing members to support lifesaving pediatric care with everyday purchases. The program is administered in partnership with Orlando Health Foundation.
The co-branded Addition Financial Visa® debit card features artwork by sisters Celeste (7) and Gabi (10), patients at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer, whose artwork won the contest to design the card—a celebration of the creativity and resilience of the children we serve. Addition Financial will donate $0.03 for every transaction, with...
May 4th, 2026063The Liz Nix Fundraiser for Animal Rescue is back for its fifth year with the same mission to unite the community around raising much-needed funds
TALLAHASSEE, FL – Animal welfare organizations serving North Florida and South Georgia save the lives of thousands of animals each year. Since 2022, First Commerce Credit Union has raised funds annually throughout National Pet Month in May to help ensure these organizations can continue their vital work.
First Commerce launched the Liz Nix Fundraiser for Animal Rescue in Nashville, Georgia, in honor of longtime animal advocate Liz Nix. The fundraiser has raised more than $35,000 to date,...
May 4th, 2026038PENSACOLA, Fla. — PenAir Credit Union (PenAir) is officially launching SnackStock 2026, a month-long community initiative dedicated to collecting individually packaged snacks for cancer patients receiving treatment at Ascension Sacred Heart Cancer Center. SnackStock brings together trusted community partners, including Ascension Sacred Heart and the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, to provide comfort and encouragement during long days of care for patients and their families.
The start of this year’s drive was marked by a kickoff event held at Ascension Sacred Heart Cancer Center, highlighting the collective commitment behind SnackStock....
May 4th, 2026038JACKSONVILLE, FL — At VyStar Credit Union, doing good isn’t just an initiative - it’s who we are. In 2025VyStar employees turned purpose into action, contributing more than 45,000 volunteer hours in communities across Florida and Georgia. From supporting youth education and veterans to advancing the arts and improving quality of life, employees dedicated their time and talents to causes that matter most.
Combined with $8.2 million in philanthropic contributions last year, VyStar’s impact continues to strengthen the communities we serve.
This spirit of service is deeply embedded in VyStar’s culture and brought to life by employees...
April 27th, 2026031Pensacola, Florida – Gulf Winds Credit Union is proud to contribute a $10,000 gift to Rally Gulf Coast to advance their mission of raising funding, awareness, and urgency for childhood cancer research. This donation reflects the credit union’s commitment to financially empowering local youth and families and demonstrates true dedication to supporting initiatives that make a meaningful difference in the lives of those they serve.
For over 10 years, Rally Gulf Coast has dedicated their impact to changing the future of childhood cancer, fostering a child’s future, and a family’s hope, and increasing the drive to discover better...
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