February 12th, 2026017Fort Walton Beach, Fla.- Eglin Federal Credit Union was one of five credit unions nationwide to earn the Designation of Savings Excellence (DOSE) Award for its efforts during Veteran Saves Week 2025. The DOSE Award is an industry-respected annual honor that recognizes financial institutions that actively and effectively promote saving strategies during Veteran Saves Week, which took place Nov. 4–7, 2025.
Veteran Saves Week is a national initiative launched by America Saves in 2023 to help the veteran community build financial stability through practical, real-life saving strategies. The program focuses on meeting individuals where they...
February 12th, 2026024Blue Eagle® Credit Union awards $10,000 in scholarships annually. The 2026 Alexander Scholarship application is available at BlueEagleCreditUnion.com and the deadline to apply is March 15, 2026.
What’s different about this scholarship? It’s not just for graduating high school seniors. This scholarship offers an opportunity for those already in higher education, adults going back to school, or others seeking to further their education in a certified tech or vocational school program as well. This is just one of several unique education programs offered at Blue Eagle Credit Union.
These education programs offer grants, scholarships,...
February 6th, 2026019North Augusta, SC – SRP Federal Credit Union collaborated with Shepeard Community Blood Center to host a blood drive at SRP’s Administrative Campus on Jan. 27, resulting in enough blood donations to save up to 147 lives in the CSRA.
Community members joined dozens of SRP ambassadors to roll up their sleeves and save local lives. In total, 60 donors participated, and Shepeard collected 49 pints of blood for local patients.
Guided by the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People,” SRP Federal Credit Union hosts a quarterly blood drive with Shepeard Community Blood Center. According to Shepeard, every pint donated can save...
February 6th, 2026012Credit union lending is changing as fintech competition, rising member expectations, and the demand for digital solutions reshape the industry. Loan origination systems (LOS) have moved beyond the back office and are now essential tools for driving growth, improving efficiency, and delivering the experience members expect. To thrive in today’s financial landscape, credit unions need advanced lending technology that keeps them competitive and future-ready.
Member expectations are redefining lending
Credit union members expect instant decisions, seamless digital experiences, and responsive communication through their preferred...
February 6th, 2026052Richmond, Virginia - Virginia Credit Union recently donated $150,000 to support the YMCA of Greater Richmond, affirming the credit union’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its communities through the support of organizations and initiatives that align with its mission.
"The YMCA of Greater Richmond has been a cornerstone of our community for generations, with its work having had a profound and positive impact on countless lives," said Chris Shockley, Virginia Credit Union President and CEO. "As a longtime volunteer on the YMCA's board of directors, I’ve witnessed firsthand how the Y is changing the lives of individuals and families....
February 5th, 2026115RICHMOND, VIRGINIA -- Virginia Credit Union has donated $150,000 to ChildSavers, a Richmond-based organization dedicated to healing childhood trauma, providing critical mental health services for children, and offering early childhood education programs.
The donation supports ChildSavers' comprehensive approach to helping children overcome trauma. The organization provides mental health services to children who have experienced loss, abuse, trauma, or other mental health concerns — regardless of insurance coverage or ability to pay. ChildSavers also supports, educates, and trains childcare providers to deliver high-quality,...
February 5th, 2026020Credit Union's Nationally Recognized Financial Education Programs Reached More Than 130,000 Individuals in 2025
Richmond, Virginia -- In 2025, Virginia Credit Union and its Member One division proudly demonstrated the credit union’s community engagement commitment by donating almost $1.5 million to local charities and community organizations, investing more than $1.3 million in financial education initiatives, and contributing more than 2,100 volunteer hours at local nonprofits and community organizations.
“Charitable giving and community engagement are central to who we are as an organization, and our efforts are a direct...
February 5th, 2026016First Commerce also introduces Elevate, comprehensive wellness solutions designed to support businesses and their employees
Tallahassee, Fla. — Marcus Lemonis delivered a clear message to a packed audience of business leaders, entrepreneurs, and students at First Commerce Credit Union’s 2026 Power Forward Speaker Series: Success in business means little without strong relationships.
Lemonis, a renowned entrepreneur, investor, and reality TV personality known for helping struggling businesses achieve stability and growth, served as the 12th keynote speaker to take the Ruby Diamond Concert Hall stage for Power Forward.
“What has...
February 3rd, 2026232Birmingham, Ala. – On Tuesday, Jan. 27, the Avadian Foundation awarded $50,000 in grants to organizations in the state of Alabama that are addressing needs in four key areas identified as the focus for the Foundation.
Junior Achievement, Teach For Alabama, The Literacy Council of Central Alabama, Woolley Institute for Spoken-Language Education, and Woodlawn United each received $10,000 grants.
The fourth round of grants given by the Foundation, these awards bring the total dollar amount of grants awarded to nearly $140,000.
“We formed the Foundation as an outgrowth of our commitment to helping people,” said Brant Malone,...
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