December 20th, 2023734Augusta, GA — SRP Federal Credit Union made the holiday season brighter for members of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Augusta. On December 13, 2023, SRP presented twenty-five bicycles to selected Club Members in a heartwarming event at The Hub for Community Innovation.
Employees of SRP Federal Credit Union gathered at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Augusta's headquarters at 2:00 pm to assemble the bicycles showcasing their commitment to community engagement and youth empowerment. The collaborative effort is part of SRP's ongoing initiative to support local organizations and provide meaningful experiences for the...
December 20th, 2023734
Pensacola, Florida – (December 20, 2023) PenAir Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Dave Gooch as Vice President of Commercial Lending, reinforcing the credit union's commitment to providing tailored financial solutions and unwavering support to businesses throughout the region.
With over 25 years of experience in the banking and credit union industries, Gooch brings a wealth of expertise and an unwavering commitment to the local business community. His impressive track record includes roles as Market President for two community banks and Vice President of Commercial Banking for Kemba Credit Union, emphasizing...
December 18th, 202314826Dana Point, CA (December 18, 2023) - With a focus on the American Association of Credit Union Leagues’ (AACUL) recently updated mission, vision, and strategic pillars, credit union system leaders gathered in California this month for the 2023 AACUL Winter Conference. Over 200 attendees from across the League System as well as League Chairs, the CUNA board, federal and state regulators, and key business partners participated. The conference celebrated a renewed energy from Leagues for a sharp focus on advocacy impact, excitement for deepened collaboration throughout the League System, and intentional, strategic connection with the new...
December 15th, 20231149Warner Robins, GA – Robins Financial Credit Union proudly announces the success of its recent employee campaign in support of the United Way of Central Georgia. Demonstrating an unwavering commitment to community welfare, team members from Robins Financial rallied together to achieve an extraordinary fundraising milestone by raising over $137,000 for the United Way of Central Georgia.
“I am proud of our team and their incredible generosity,” says Christina O’Brien, President and CEO of Robins Financial Credit Union. “Their unwavering commitment to bettering the lives of those in our community further reflects our mission to be...
December 14th, 2023658
DULUTH, GA - Is there a school in your community that could benefit from a sensory room that allows over-stimulated students, especially those with special needs, to regulate emotions and refocus? A revamped counseling and career center for students at an underserved school? Or a relaxing, modern space for teachers and staff to decompress and recharge?
Georgia United Foundation, in partnership with Georgia United Credit Union, is seeking nominations for School Crashers facility makeover grants for accredited K-12 schools in Georgia now through January 31, 2024.
For a decade, School Crashers has positively impacted...
December 14th, 2023852MIRAMAR, Fla. – (Dec. 14, 2023) Tropical Financial, one of South Florida’s largest not-for-profit credit unions, announces that Erick Padron has been promoted to Vice President of Lending. He previously served as Member Solutions Director.
In his new role, Padron is responsible for leading the strategic direction of lending operations and growing a loan portfolio of over $750 million. He is now part of the senior management team and joins the Asset Liability and Business Loan committees.
Padron started at Tropical Financial as a branch representative in 1999, just a few years out of high school. Over the next two decades,...
December 14th, 2023329Naperville, IL. (December 14, 2023) – The American Association of Credit Union Leagues (AACUL) honored Tom Kane, President/CEO of the Illinois Credit Union League and Envisant, with its highest accolade, the prestigious Eagle Award. A visionary leader in the credit union movement, this recognition signifies Kane’s incredible impact on the industry, his dedication to member service, and his vision for advancing financial well-being for all.
Kane’s tenure as League President and CEO has been marked by notable achievements. He spearheaded initiatives that empowered credit unions to thrive in a rapidly evolving financial landscape. He...
December 12th, 2023927 – April 8-11 at Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort in Orlando, FL, credit unions come together to celebrate receiving this year’s Founders Award at Children’s Hospitals Week presented by Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMN Hospitals). All credit unions are encouraged to come to this event to rally together around their incredible work in raising critical funds through Credit Unions for Kids (CU4Kids) helping local member hospitals change kids’ health to change the future. CMN Hospitals honors credit unions supporting their members and the local community.
The Founder's Award is a highly prestigious award provided to a...
December 11th, 2023135Warner Robins, GA – Robins Financial Credit Union is spreading holiday cheer with a donation of $47,000 to local non-profit organizations as part of their Holiday Giving initiative. They hope that this financial support will bolster the ongoing efforts of these organizations, enhancing their capacity to serve and uplift those in need within our area.
In addition to monetary donations, team members at Robins Financial worked together to collect various items of need for individuals in their community. This included clothing items such as scarves, hats, gloves and socks that were donated to Macon Outreach at Mulberry to provide warmth to...
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