May 16th, 2018099Georgia United Credit Union recently announced eight schools from across the state that have won its fifth Annual School Crashers program. Rock Chapel Elementary School has won the grand prize.
Georgia United opened nominations for School Crashers program nominations to all accredited K-12 schools in Georgia. Interested schools were required to include a photograph along with a 250-word statement explaining why their school should receive a makeover.
This year's winners are Title 1 schools withcompelling needs that are not typically met through school system SPLOST or capital improvement programs.
Grand prize winning Rock Chapel...
May 16th, 20185251Peach State Federal Credit Union recently announced the winners of more than $158,000 in scholarships and educational grants.
Peach State has awarded almost $1.3 million in scholarships to students and career professionals seeking to further their education since 2002. This year, credit union staff and representatives from the Board of Directors gathered with the recipients of its four different types of scholarships and grants.
Twenty-three $2,000 Career Advancement Scholarships were awarded to members to assist in their continuing education in honor of the credit union's founders. These scholarships went to:
Rachel Bien Aime...
May 16th, 20180113Robins Financial Credit Union recently donated both money and time to the Macon Area Habitat for Humanity.
In addition to a monetary corporate donation, a team of Robins Financial Credit Union employees met at a home in Lynmore Estates for Habitat's "Women Build Day." The women worked on three habitat houses, completing project such as insulation, vinyl siding and exterior painting.
Robins Financial Credit Union has partnered with the Macon Area Habitat for Humanity since 2008, and employees have frequently donated their time to construct Habitat homes.
May 11th, 2018085Delta Community Credit Union recently awarded $100 savings accounts to 13 metro Atlanta students.
The students won the accounts by submitting winning entries into the credit union's third annual Youth Month Essay Contest, which the credit union hosted during National Credit Union Youth Savings Month in April. This year, Delta Community asked students how saving money helps them "reach for the stars," according to a Marietta Daily Journal article.
For more information, visit www.DeltaCommunityCU.com.
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May 11th, 20180104Peach State Federal Credit Union recently made a $50,000 donation to Piedmont College.
The donation benefits the Dr. Robert H. Wainberg Natural Sciences Research Fund and will support research for Piedmont College students majoring in natural sciences, including biology, chemistry and environmental science.
May 11th, 20180109Kinetic Credit Union recently awarded $5,000 in scholarships to two rising college students.
Alexis Grier from Smiths Station High School and Curtis Walker, Jr., from Columbus High School each received $2,500 Ronald J. Mahoney Kinetic Scholarships. The scholarships are named in honor of former Kinetic Chairman Ron Mahoney, who passed away in January 2016.
Grier will be attending Auburn University and plans to major in human development and family studies. Curtis plans to attend Columbus State University and major in English with a minor in political science.
"Alexis and Curtis embody the spirit of the Ronald J. Mahoney Kinetic...
May 10th, 20180173Robins Financial Credit Union recently renewed its sponsorship of the Annual Independence Day Celebration in Warner Robins.
This year's celebration, scheduled to take place July 3 in the parking lot of McConnel-Talbert Stadium, will feature an act from country artist Hunter Hayes. The night will wrap up with fireworks sponsored by Robins.
The credit union has sponsored the event since 2002.
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May 10th, 2018292Georgia United Credit Union recently launched a new loan option for undergraduate students and refinancing options for graduate students.
"These programs provide solutions for current students who require financial assistance and for graduates who want a manageable way to repay their student loans," according to a Georgia United press release.
Georgia United's new Student Choice loans are available for undergraduates enrolled in most four-year public and private colleges. Students only need to apply for the loan once and may borrow up to $60,000 throughout their undergraduate career. Payments can be deferred while students are enrolled...
May 10th, 20180101Robins Financial Credit Union is doing its part to support local law enforcement.
The credit union recently presented Macon Regional Crimestoppers with a donation toward the 12th Annual David Pierce Memorial Law Enforcement Dinner. The dinner to be held on May 19 is designed to help partner with law enforcement, community and the media to keep the community safe.
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