May 8th, 2025016
Panama City, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union is proud to announce the tremendous success of its 2025 Charity Golf Tournament, held on April 4, 2025, at the beautiful Bay Point Golf Club. With strong support from credit union partners, community businesses, and local advocates, this year’s event raised $22,061 to benefit the Gulf Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (GCCAC).
The funds raised will directly support the center’s mission to provide critical services to children and families impacted by abuse and trauma in the Gulf Coast region.
"We’re incredibly grateful for the continued generosity of our partners and...
May 8th, 202506
JACKSONVILLE, FL — VyStar Credit Union and Family Support Services (FSS) proudly partnered on a groundbreaking program designed to provide financial education and banking access to youth in foster care in Florida. This program officially debuted with a “Financial Independence Signing Day” event held on Friday, April 18 at the VyStar Credit Union Roosevelt Branch in Jacksonville, FL.
Financial Independence Signing Day was a high-energy, celebratory event, much like a college signing day. The first group of individuals who successfully completed VyStar’s Fostering Financial Fitness program and received their...
May 8th, 202508 Tampa, Florida - Floridacentral Credit Union is proud to announce the appointment of Alexis De Jesus as its new Chief Lending Officer, SVP. With a proven track record in leadership, risk management, and strategic growth, De Jesus brings an innovative vision and extensive experience to the credit union’s executive team.
In this role, De Jesus will oversee all aspects of the credit union’s lending operations, including consumer, mortgage, and commercial lending portfolios. He will lead initiatives focused on credit quality, portfolio diversification, and the development of risk-based lending strategies that align with member needs and...
May 8th, 202505BIRMINGHAM, AL. — On Saturday, May 2, AmFirst and the Children’s of Alabama INDY Grand Prix recognized Nate Burch, Director of Choirs at Pell City High School and Duran Junior High School, as the 2025 Education Champion of the Year. This award celebrates educators who go above and beyond to empower students, create inclusive learning environments, and make a lasting impact in their communities.
Multiple families and students nominated Mr. Burch for his remarkable leadership, creativity, and unwavering dedication to his students, qualities that have transformed the choir program at Pell City High School. His classroom is described as a...
May 8th, 2025032
NEWPORT NEWS, Va.,– The BayPort Foundation is excited to announce that it has raised $142,734 at its fourth annual Charity Golf Classic event, hosted on May 1, 2025.
Forty-seven businesses sponsored the tournament, including the 96 golfers who played the award-winning golf course at the James River Country Club in Newport News.
The successful fundraising outcome was made possible by the support of sponsors of all levels and Gold Sponsor business partners: Candescent, Haywood Floor Covering, Mastercard, North River Construction, and Velera.
The fundraiser included the second annual wine tasting and dinner hosted at Circa 1918...
May 8th, 202503
Fort Walton Beach, Fla. - Eglin Federal Credit Union is pleased to congratulate IRA Assistant Wendy Ellerd for 25 years of service. Wendy currently resides in Fort Walton Beach.
“We are incredibly fortunate to have had Wendy as a part of our Credit Union family for the past 25 years. Her dedication, kindness, and exceptional service have made a profound impact on both our team and our members,” said VP Branch Operations Bron Ringstad. “Wendy consistently goes above and beyond, ensuring that every member feels valued and supported. Her commitment to excellence and her genuine care for others have set a remarkable example for all...
May 8th, 202504BIRMINGHAM, AL. — AmFirst and WBRC 6 proudly announced the winners of the prestigious 2024–2025 Rising Star Scholarships, a program dedicated to recognizing outstanding high school students across Central Alabama, at an awards ceremony on Friday, April 25th.
Each week during the academic year, WBRC chooses a Rising Star, a student who demonstrates academic excellence, leadership, and service. These Rising Stars are students from across Alabama currently enrolled in their senior year of high school and plan to attend a full-time college or trade school in Fall 2025. From a competitive pool of 30 remarkable Rising Stars, six students were...
May 8th, 202505NEWPORT NEWS, Va., – BayPort Credit Union is pleased to announce that Jonathan Harrell has been appointed Chief Information Officer. In this role, Harrell will oversee BayPort’s IT strategy, ensuring its technology infrastructure supports the credit union’s goals and drives innovation.
“We are thrilled to welcome Jonathan to our team. His passion for technology and his innovative approach to problem solving and efficiency make him the perfect fit to lead us into BayPort’s next chapter of growth and success,” said Jim Mears, President/Chief Executive Officer.
Harrell’s appointment to Chief Information Officer follows the...
May 8th, 202506PENSACOLA, FL – PenAir Credit Union (PenAir) announces six scholarships to seniors attending Northwest Florida and South Alabama schools. Scholarships are awarded to student members based on the student’s academic performance and passion for helping others.
The 2025 PenAir scholarship winners include:
Anna Rutledge – Saraland High School in Saraland, Ala.
Claudia Camacho – Foley High School in Foley, Ala.
Natalie Hendricks – Jay High School in Jay, Fla.
Seth Mannion – Navarre High School in Navarre, Fla.
Rodney Pritchett – Booker T. Washington High School in Pensacola, Fla.
Kayna Horace – Baldwin County...
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