December 20th, 2025018North Augusta, SC — In the spirit of the season and in keeping with the credit union philosophy of People Helping People, SRP Federal Credit Union is proud to announce that its Board of Directors has approved a special Random Acts of Kindness initiative totaling $115,000 in donations to 23 local charities across the communities SRP serves.
This meaningful contribution reflects SRP’s ongoing commitment to uplifting neighbors, supporting vital community programs, and spreading goodwill during a time of year centered around generosity and connection. Each selected organization plays a unique and important role in meeting local...
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LAKE MARY, Fla. – The holiday season once again brought out the spirit of generosity among Addition Financial Credit Union team members, who volunteered their time and resources to support nonprofits across Central Florida, North Florida, and South Georgia as part of the organization’s annual “Season of Giving” campaign.
Over the months of November and December, more than 150 Addition Financial volunteers dedicated over 450 hours of service through ten volunteer events benefiting ten different nonprofit organizations.
Team members spread holiday cheer through a variety of community projects, including:
Holiday...
December 20th, 2025019Dallas, Texas – ALM First recently promoted Ryan Sherwin to Principal and named current Chief Investment Officer, Jason Haley, President of ALM First Financial Advisors, LLC, the firm’s SEC-registered investment adviser (RIA) subsidiary.
Sherwin joined the firm in 2014 and has over fifteen years of industry experience. He is well known for actively consulting with clients on their most pressing issues and customizing impactful solutions. He will continue to oversee the firm’s sales team in this new role.
“We’re thrilled to announce Ryan’s promotion and look forward to his continued contributions,” says Mike Ensweiler,...
December 20th, 2025014Summary: Credit unions face the challenge of growing loan portfolios while managing risk. Advances in automation and AI are making it possible to expand access to credit, improve efficiency, and strengthen fraud defenses—all without compromising member trust.
Credit unions strive to serve members and grow responsibly. Expand too quickly, and risk exposure rises. Tighten lending criteria too much, and growth slows, leaving opportunities untapped—especially among members with limited credit history or nontraditional financial backgrounds. The key is finding a balance that supports members and sustains long-term success.
Recent...
December 20th, 2025021Annual holiday campaign collects 15,000 toys for Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys For Tots program in South Florida
MIRAMAR, Fla. – Tropical Financial Credit Union partnered with WPLG-TV Local 10 in Miami/Fort Lauderdale to help make the holidays brighter for thousands of children across South Florida. On December 12, the credit union donated hundreds of toys and a $1,000 contribution as part of the station’s annual Big Bus Toy Express, which collects new, unwrapped toys for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program.
Tropical Financial’s Plantation branch served as one of nine collection stops along the Big...
December 20th, 2025023Warner Robins, Ga. - Robins Financial Credit Union has been named one of the 2025 Best Regional Credit Unions by the Georgia Business Journal in their annual Best of Georgia Awards.
This recognition reflects Robins Financial’s longstanding commitment to serving Georgia’s communities with exceptional service, trusted financial guidance, and member-focused solutions.
The Best of Georgia Awards are determined through community voting and highlight organizations that consistently demonstrate excellence, impact, and value across the state. Receiving this honor highlights Robins Financial’s continued leadership in the financial services...
December 20th, 2025026Atlanta, Ga. – On Wednesday, Dec. 10, the LGE Community Outreach Foundation presented $389,598 to local nonprofit organizations at LGE Community Credit Union’s annual celebration breakfast. This year’s donations brought the LGE Foundation’s lifetime giving total to over $3 million, marking an impactful milestone in LGE’s commitment to the metro Atlanta and northwest Georgia communities.
The event recognized nonprofit organizations the LGE Foundation supported in 2025, and each organization was invited to speak and share donor impact stories with the credit union’s approximately 340 employees.
Nonprofits that received donations...
December 15th, 2025116Jerry Frostick and Danny Mangum bring deep roots, passion for health, and community engagement
Virginia Beach, VA – Chartway is pleased to announce that it recently welcomed two new associate members to our board of directors. Jerry Frostick and Danny Mangum were appointed during the October board meeting.
Jerry Frostick, co-owner of J&A Racing and vice chair of Chartway Promise Foundation board of directors, and will now also serve the credit union as an associate board member. Due to his long-time support of the foundation and J&A’s partnership through credit union-sponsored races, Jerry brings a wealth of history,...
December 15th, 2025021Energizing virtual DE class equips leaders to champion financial well-being in credit unions nationwide
MADISON, WI – The National Credit Union Foundation (the Foundation) certified 40 credit union leaders as Credit Union Development Educators (CUDEs) after completing the Foundation’s signature Development Education (DE) program in the year’s only virtual class.
The 2025 virtual DE class, delivered over four weeks, offers a unique opportunity for those who might not otherwise be able to participate—an innovative and connected alternative to the program’s traditional week-long, in-person experience.
The DE program provides...
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