December 10th, 2025019Birmingham, Ala. – For the seventh year in a row, Avadian Credit Union has been named one of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama by Business Alabama and Best Companies Group.
“We are thrilled to be recognized as one of the best companies to work for in Alabama,” said Brant Malone, President and CEO of Avadian Credit Union. “It’s exciting to know that our employees feel we’ve created a great place to work.”
The competition is designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best employers in the state. To be considered for participation, companies must meet the following eligibility requirements: be a for-profit or...
December 10th, 2025016North Augusta Roundtable Brings Together Local & State Leaders to Discuss How Legislative Reform Could Benefit Taxpayers and Strengthen Community Services
North Augusta, SC — SRP Federal Credit Union recently welcomed state and local elected officials, municipal leaders, and community stakeholders to a roundtable discussion in North Augusta to explore the South Carolina Financial Freedom Act (H.3221 / S.60). This bipartisan legislation would modernize the state’s more than 40-year-old public deposit rules and, for the first time, allow local governments to deposit public funds in South Carolina credit unions.
The event, hosted by...
December 10th, 2025012Donation Supports Life-Changing Care at Studer Family Children’s Hospital
Pensacola, Florida — Credit unions from across Northwest Florida and the Gulf Coast came together at Studer Family Children’s Hospital on Friday December 5, 2025 to present a $48,000 donation to Children’s Miracle Network (CMN). The funds were raised through the inaugural Northwest & Gulf Coast Chapters Charity Scramble Golf Tournament and will directly support the purchase of the Tecotherm Cooling System for medically fragile newborns in the hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
While the tournament brought together teams from credit unions,...
December 10th, 2025013Three-day gathering reinforces alignment, collaboration, and advocacy strength heading into 2026
Washington, DC -- The American Association of Credit Union Leagues (AACUL) held its annual Winter Conference last week, driving three days of strategy, dialogue, and shared purpose among more than 225 credit union system leaders. Representatives from AACUL, the League System, America’s Credit Unions (ACU), and other key system partners gathered under the theme “Align. Amplify. Advance.” This strategic event underscores the ongoing effort to strengthen and elevate the credit union movement.
Participants focused on aligning advocacy...
December 10th, 2025015Credit union to award $150,000 to 20 metro Atlanta nonprofits through 13th annual grant program
ATLANTA, GA -- Delta Community Credit Union is pleased to announce its 2026 Philanthropic Fund grant recipients. Committed to strengthening metro Atlanta communities, Delta Community will provide a total of $150,000 in grants to 20 nonprofits that support local children and families through programming in health and human services; financial education; or science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) education. Delta Community will have invested more than $1.4 million in more than 260 nonprofit organizations since launching the...
December 8th, 2025020Pensacola, Florida – Gulf Winds Credit Union is pleased to announce that Craig Vinson Sr. has joined the leadership team as Vice President of Wealth Management. In this strategic role, Vinson will oversee all wealth management services, expand the program’s market presence, and mentor a team of professionals skilled in aligning clients’ financial goals with the institution’s objectives.
“Adding someone with Vinson’s experience and community-minded approach is a positive step forward for Gulf Winds,” said Daniel Souers, President and CEO of Gulf Winds Credit Union. “He understands the needs of our clients, and his...
December 8th, 2025021Warner Robins, Ga. - Robins Financial Credit Union recently donated $25,000 to support scholarships at four local colleges, reinforcing the credit union’s commitment to education and community growth.
The funds were distributed to the following institutions: Middle Georgia State University, Central Georgia Technical College, Fort Valley State University, and Georgia Military College.
“At Robins Financial, we believe that education plays a vital role in shaping strong communities,” said Christina O’Brien, President & CEO of Robins Financial Credit Union. “We’re proud to invest in the future of our students and to give...
December 8th, 2025024BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — AmFirst awarded 14 grants, totaling more than $60,000, to organizations across Alabama at a Grants Reception on December 4, 2025. The grants, ranging from $2,500 to $7,500, are part of the credit union’s corporate giving.
“At AmFirst, our commitment to the community is at the heart of everything we do,” said Kevin Morris, President and CEO of AmFirst. “The ‘people helping people’ philosophy is not just a slogan; it’s our guiding principle. This grant program allows us to deepen our impact and support the outstanding work these organizations are doing. We are honored to invest in their missions and...
December 4th, 2025137Pensacola, Florida – Gulf Winds Credit Union is proud to announce plans to soon break ground for a new headquarters on Nine Mile Road in Pensacola, Florida. This will mark a major milestone in the credit union’s continued growth and commitment to serving the community.
For more than 70 years, Gulf Winds has been dedicated to helping individuals, families, and local businesses succeed financially. The full-service financial institution has consistently focused on providing products, services, resources, and financial guidance that helps members achieve their goals with confidence and peace of mind.
This groundbreaking will be a...
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