November 17th, 202034409McCoy 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, 202015115Georgia United Credit Union and Georgia United Foundation are pleased to announce the appointment of three new members to their board of directors.
Steve Geddes will serve on the Georgia United Credit Union Board of Directors, Reverend Mark Starr will serve on both the Georgia United Credit Union Board of Directors and the Georgia United Foundation Board of Directors and Dr. Jason Branch will serve as treasurer on the Georgia United Foundation Board of Directors.
“As I reflect on my time serving on the board, I recognize how blessed we have been to have so many talented and dedicated people volunteer their time and energy. That...
November 16th, 202021114To 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...
November 16th, 202059103Georgia United Credit Union Foundation is excited to announce the return of its Wish Tree program. Now in its 30th year, Wish Tree provides gifts to children in Georgia’s foster care system through generous donations made by members and community partners.
Make the holidays brighter for children now through Dec. 9, by donating requested toys or articles of clothing from the online shopping list found at gucufoundation.org/wishtree. Purchased gifts will ship directly to the branch and the local Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) will pick up and deliver gifts to children in time for the holidays. Monetary donations to the...
October 20th, 202041175New Horizons Credit Union has earned the annual Military Saves Designation of Savings Excellence award. This honor is reserved for financial institutions that succeed in getting people to open or add to wealth-building accounts.
"The COVID-19 pandemic is an unfortunate situation that is currently impacting military families and their finances. The timing of Military Saves Month has helped to spearhead the conversation around saving during a national crisis and help service members and their families take action toward their savings plan,” said Angela Caban, director at Military Saves “The financial institutions awarded went above...
October 20th, 20205148First 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, 2020786The Davis Direction Foundation’s The Zone works tirelessly to help those in our community who battle addiction. It is a Recovery Community Organization (RCO) that mobilizes resources within and outside of the recovery community to make it possible for the recovery population to find long-term recovery.
Credit Union of Georgia has been a supporter of the organization since 2018 and proudly sponsors their quarterly Recovery Roundtable Leadership Council as well as other events totaling in over $4,000 in support dollars.
During the quarterly Recovery Roundtable Leadership Council leaders from all over the community gather to discuss...
October 20th, 20202102Georgia 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...
All In Credit Union has been voted as the first-place winner in the “Best Bank” category of the 2020 Dothan Eagle Best of the Wiregrass Awards.
The Dothan Eagle’s Best of the Wiregrass Awards are “voted on by the people” who live and work in the region. Each category winner reflects best in class industry leaders and Wiregrass favorites who impact their communities in a positive way.
All In Credit Union has consistently been recognized as a “Best of the Wiregrass” winner for a number of years. The credit union has won first place as the community’s preferred financial institution since the program’s inception in...