August 19th, 20225123Warner Robins, GA — Robins Financial Credit Union and Combined Employees Credit Union have both earned “Georgia Credit Union of the Year” from the League of Southeastern Credit Unions & Affiliates.
Robins Financial has been the trusted financial partner that their members and the community rely on to meet their needs since 1954. Originally formed by a group of Robins Air Force Base civilian and military personnel, Robins Financial has grown to now serve over 245,000 members, with assets exceeding $4 billion.
Combined Employees Credit Union has been serving in the Houston County area since 1969, formerly as the City of Warner...
August 16th, 20223101Warner Robins, GA — Robins Financial Credit Union recently sponsored the 2022 Glow Run by contributing $1,000 to the Warner Robins Police Department.
The Glow Run will take place on Saturday, October 22nd at Freedom Field in Warner Robins. All proceeds from this event benefit the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Georgia. The Law Enforcement Torch Run involves more than 1,000 law enforcement officers from over 100 agencies who take part in a 1,000 mile, two-week torch relay to pass the Special Olympics Georgia “Flame of Hope” across the state.
Caption: Christol Clymer with Robins Financial Credit Union presents a...
August 16th, 20222149Lake Mary, Fla. (August 15, 2022) – Just in time for fall semester, Addition Financial has debuted four new college-branded debit cards that allow members to show off their school pride.
Founded by Orange County teachers in 1937, Addition Financial has maintained strong ties to the local school districts and colleges in Central Florida. As the Official Financial Institution of the UCF Knights, the credit union first began offering UCF Knights debit cards in 2016. Every time the card is swiped, Addition Financial makes a donation to UCF Athletics. Since the program’s launch, the cards have generated more than $990,000 in donations. The...
August 15th, 2022486Fort Walton Beach, Fla. (Aug. 15, 2022) - Eglin Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce it will start developing a property located on the corner of Tiger Lake Drive and Highway 98 in Gulf Breeze. The short-term plan is to install two drive-thru ATM/Video Tellers in 2023. This will look similar to the drive-thrus currently being constructed near Niceville High School as well as the site at Jonquil Avenue NW and Mary Esther Cutoff NW in Fort Walton Beach, and the recently-announced location in DeFuniak Springs. Construction of a full-service branch in Gulf Breeze is expected to begin in 2024. La Macchia Group is the design/build firm for...
August 11th, 20222116Pensacola, Fla. (August 11, 2022) –Pen Air Federal Credit Union is please to present the Escambia County Education Foundation with a check worth $8,372.87.53 courtesy of the Share It® program.
“The Share-It program is a great example of Pen Air’s pledge to enhance lives in our local communities. We are proud that we can partner with our members to give back to our schools and our students,” says Casey Brueske, Community Education Development Specialist for Pen Air Federal Credit Union.
Share It® cards donate .01¢ for every signature-based debit card transaction made to the local school district of choice at no cost to...
August 10th, 2022147Warner Robins, GA — Robins Financial Credit Union recently sponsored United in Pink’s 9th Annual PINK OUT 5K with a $2,500 donation.
United in Pink is committed to enhancing the quality of life for breast cancer survivors and their families. The PINK OUT 5K is a community based and family friendly FUNDraiser event and proceeds will be used to support United in Pink’s worthy mission. If you would like more information about United in Pink’s services or to register for this event, please visit www.unitedinpink.org.
Caption: Cheri Daniels with Robins Financial Credit Union presents the check to United in Pink
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August 10th, 2022358The BBB’s seal featuring its iconic torch is a trusted beacon for consumers. Upholding BBB’s standards for trust means that Georgia United:
Embodies integrity
Tells the truth
Advertises honestly
Is transparent
Honors promises
Is responsive
Safeguards privacy
Builds trust
“It’s an honor to be recognized by the Better Business Bureau,” said Georgia United President and CEO Debbie Smith. “We place our members’ needs at the center of everything we do, and BBB accreditation shows Georgia United’s commitment to integrity, ethical business practices, member service - and if we receive feedback that we...
August 9th, 2022472Fort Walton Beach, Fla. (Aug. 9, 2022) - Eglin Federal Credit Union’s Chairman of the Board of Directors William “Bill” Rone was inducted into the Defense Credit Union Council’s Hall of Honor at their annual conference held in San Antonio, Texas on Aug. 4, 2022. The Defense Credit Union is a trade association representing more than 180 nonprofit defense credit unions with over 30 million members and $400 billion in assets. Bill is one of three honorees who were selected from a very competitive field of nominees by the Hall of Honor Selection Committee. They were selected for their impressive history of service and dedication to their...
August 9th, 2022454MADISON, WI (August 9, 2022) – The National Credit Union Foundation (the Foundation) today announced the Biz Kid$ Showcase: a nationwide competition for young people aged 12 to 18. The initiative aims to raise awareness of credit unions, enhance financial literacy, and encourage entrepreneurship by guiding participants through a series of educational modules and a business planning exercise.
Ultimately, participants must develop a business case and marketing plan for a new financial product or solution that would improve financial well-being in their communities.
Participants can enter as individuals or as part of a team. A panel of...
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