February 14th, 2025036LAKE MARY, Fla – Addition Financial Credit Union, headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida, is lending their financial expertise as well as part of their operations building to support students in ProjectRISE, an adult workforce development program run by The Sharing Center. Today 12 students from the program’s 21st cohort graduated during a ceremony in the Joseph A. Melbourne Community Room at Addition Financial’s Operations Center.
During the comprehensive five-week workforce development program, participants receive intensive classroom instruction through The Sharing Center focused on topics including workplace readiness, critical...
February 6th, 20250118TAMPA, Fla. (Jan. 31, 2025) – USF Credit Union (USF CU) this week marked another milestone in its journey of expansion and innovation with the ribbon cutting and grand opening of its Citrus Park branch located at 7919 Gunn Hwy.
“This branch represents more than just bricks and mortar—it reflects our commitment to meeting the unique needs of Citrus Park, particularly its vibrant Hispanic community,” said Richard Sellwood, SVP and COO. “We aim to create a space that inspires and empowers everyone who walks through our doors to achieve financial wellness and success.”
This event comes at a pivotal time for the credit union,...
February 6th, 2025047Commercial Spot to Run in VyStar Markets During the Big Game
JACKSONVILLE, FL – VyStar Credit Union announced the launch of its inspiring new brand campaign, “Through Your Life,” designed to celebrate life’s moments – big and small – while reinforcing VyStar’s commitment to its members. At the heart of this campaign lies VyStar’s purpose to uplift and empower its members and communities it serves. From a first savings account to planning for retirement, and all the moments in between, VyStar supports every milestone, helping members achieve financial confidence and a brighter future. “Through Your Life” highlights that...
February 6th, 2025097BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Each year, ēCO Credit Union provides pencils to schools in Jefferson County for academic testing. ēCO is proud to announce the successful delivery of over 50,000 pencils to schools throughout Jefferson County. This initiative aims to support schools and their students during academic testing periods. The delivery is a testament to ēCO Credit Union’s long-standing commitment to uplifting educators and the community.
For over 80 years, ēCO Credit Union has been dedicated to giving back to the community and supporting our schools. By providing these essential supplies, schools can focus on supporting the academic...
February 6th, 2025028Jacksonville, Florida - VyStar Foundation announced $202,621 will be distributed among 11 nonprofits in its fourth youth programs grant cycle. These funds focus on organizations that support youth-focused programs, prioritizing those dedicated to helping young individuals (ages 12-18) achieve academic success and personal growth. The investment underscores VyStar’s commitment to strengthen communities by providing wraparound services in key areas such as:
Food and housing assistance
Career counseling and skill development
Mental health support
"We are proud to support these remarkable nonprofit organizations dedicated...
February 6th, 2025026Tallahassee, Fla. - First Commerce Credit Union, together with local hospital foundations and communities in North Florida and South Georgia, raised $158,917 in the fifth year of its grassroots fundraising initiative known as the #FlamingoChallenge. The fundraiser directly benefits local patients battling breast cancer.
The #FlamingoChallenge, held during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, reached two major milestones in 2024 -- a record-breaking six-figure total, the fundraiser’s highest amount raised to date, and surpassing $500,000 raised since its inception five years ago. Donations in 2024 came from individuals, businesses,...
February 6th, 2025030Roanoke, VA, February 3, 2025 – The average cost of a four-year college education in Virginia is more than $100,000. Especially given inflation, paying for higher education remains a struggle. Each year, Blue Eagle ® Credit Union awards $10,000 in scholarships to help alleviate the financial stress of tuition.
The 2025 Alexander Scholarship application is now available at BlueEagleCreditUnion.com. What’s different about this scholarship? It’s not just for graduating high school seniors. This scholarship opportunity is also available for those already in higher education, adults going back to school, or others seeking to further...
February 6th, 2025040Dallas, Texas – ALM First, a strategic partner for more than 300 financial institutions nationwide offering commission-free, fee-based advice, is celebrating its 30th anniversary. The firm began its operations on February 2, 1995, and ALM First founder, Emily Hollis, continues to serve as its CEO.
“A lot has changed over the years but our core principle of putting our clients’ best interests first remains,” said Emily Hollis, CFA, CEO of ALM First. “Through multiple economic cycles, industry changes, and financial crises, our commitment to providing sound, strategic advice has never wavered. By listening to our clients and...
February 6th, 2025146Virginia Beach, VA (February 4, 2025) – Chartway Credit Union is proud to announce the promotions of Dana Brock to vice president of credit operations & services, Kelsey Jones to vice president of business intelligence, and Jace White to senior vice president of talent engagement.
Dana Brock
Brock’s career with Chartway began in 2001 as a teller and evolved into progressively more responsible roles in both lending and operations. In her previous role as director of consumer lending, she led initiatives to enhance underwriting and loan servicing, streamline processes, and align lending strategies with credit union goals....
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