September 28th, 20206130Avadian Credit Union was recently named as one of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama by Business Alabama and Best Companies Group.
“We are thrilled to be recognized as one of the best companies to work for in Alabama,” said Linda Cencula, president and CEO of Avadian Credit Union. “We love knowing that our employees feel we’ve created a great place to work. We have such a dedicated team of talented individuals, and we are so thankful to them for the ways they’ve adapted as we’ve faced the COVID-19 pandemic and how they continue to go above and beyond in serving our members every day.”
The competition was designed...
September 10th, 2020294McCoy Federal and partners of 27 Community Connection (27CC) helped to fund the Hope Now Foundation Backpack-A-Thon Virtual School Supply Drive in Orlando, Florida. WFTV’s 27CC launched a social media campaign encouraging viewers to support a student through online donations. The drive purchased backpacks filled with school supplies for Orange, Osceola, and Seminole county students to start the new school year with the tools they need.
The Hope Now Foundation (HNF) formed in 2003 to give immunizations to impoverished school children and soon discovered additional needs to be met. The first HNF school drive assisted 75 students with...
September 10th, 20204147In order to expand its reach in Lake County, Addition Financial has opened its newest branch in Eustis. This branch is Addition Financial’s third in Lake County, joining branches in Clermont and Leesburg.
“At Addition Financial, we’re proud to be a part of the Lake County community. Our mission is to bring financial education and success to everyone, and we look forward to continuing to serve that mission through our Eustis branch,” said Kevin Miller, President and CEO.
As a credit union founded by educators, Addition Financial has a strong partnership with Lake County Public Schools. The credit union currently supports the...
September 10th, 2020141181Credit unions across the southeast have continued to remain vigilant and proactive as the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic spreads. Credit unions take pride in helping all people afford life. That's why many have begun offering assistance in their local communities.
Alabama
Alabama Teachers Credit Union: Since the pandemic began, ATCU has committed more than $10,000 strictly for the support of local small businesses. Branches ahve purchased gift cards from local restaurants and pass those out in the drive-thrus, distributed food to children in need and even supported local mission centers with supplies.
Alabama Credit Union: To help...
September 10th, 2020474McCoy Federal donated to New Beginnings of Central Florida (NBCF) to strengthen those overcome by homelessness and poverty. NBCF was formed in 2007 when the founders discovered Clermont had no shelters or aid to prepare the homeless for economic independence. A small team of volunteer case workers implemented daily mandatory programs of education, private counseling, and on-the-job training. They also guided clients through the referral process for housing, utilities, health care, food, and clothing.
As of 2020, New Beginnings has grown to 25 staff members and 1,000 volunteers; established social services locations, food pantries, and...
September 9th, 2020381McCoy Federal’s Apopka branch in Florida is participating in the Apopka Pregnancy Care Center (APCC) Baby Bottle Boomerang fundraiser—a unique drive that distributed over 1,000 empty baby bottles to area businesses for donations.
In addition to setting up a branch lobby display, Apopka volunteered to sort the enormous volume of coins.
After counting $10,000 from a previous campaign, APCC’s President, Rodger Reiswig, sent a letter of acclamation.
“Each time we came in with boxes of coins your team smiled and asked about the fundraiser. You genuinely cared. We commend your willingness to be involved in the community with...
September 9th, 2020183All In Credit Union is known for its generosity, and now All In is adding greater meaning to the phrase “#WeGiveBack” with the announcement of a grant up to $100,000 to be awarded to deserving local organizations for future programs or facilities.
“Throughout our communities there are hundreds of charities making a dramatic difference in people’s lives every day," said Bobby Michael, president and CEO of All In Credit Union. "We want to enhance the work of these vital community partners by providing needed funds to organizations whose dreams for growth and expansion exceed their existing capital.”
“The focus and discipline...
September 9th, 20201117As a credit union founded by educators, Credit Union of Georgia loves to give back to local schools. This year the Marietta High School Basketball program was seeking a supporter for a state-of-the-art LED scores table for not only their basketball season, but also all Winter Sports and to allow the Audio-Visual Department to showcase their talents. Credit Union of Georgia was excited to provide the $12,000 donation that would allow them to create a better game and education experience for years to come.
“The Marietta High School basketball program is so grateful for the support of Credit Union of Georgia. It is so apparent how they...
September 1st, 2020085America Saves proudly announces New Horizons Credit Union as one of only twelve recipients of the 2020 Designation of Savings Excellence award chosen from over 200 banks and credit unions across the nation that participated in this year’s America Saves Week.
In its sixth year, the America Saves’ Designation of Savings Excellence is awarded to financial institutions that display exceptional achievement by motivating individuals to become more financially stable. New Horizons Credit Union is one such financial institution that went above and beyond with Direct Deposit, New Start Checking, GreenPath Financial Wellness, and Horizons...
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