December 23rd, 20244236Jacksonville, Florida – VyStar Credit Union remains hopeful that a resolution will be reached quickly to avoid a federal government shutdown beginning on Saturday, Dec. 21. However, the credit union has established programs available to minimize any inconvenience its members may face.
VyStar’s programs and services are designed to help members who might experience financial hardships as a result of a shutdown. The credit union has a history of helping members navigate financial uncertainties and remains committed to offering financial assistance to those who may be affected. These services include emergency relief loans, payment...
December 19th, 202417106Atlanta, Ga. (Dec. 19, 2024) – On Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, the LGE Community Outreach Foundation presented $402,517.20 to local nonprofit organizations at LGE Community Credit Union’s annual celebration breakfast.
The event recognized nonprofit organizations throughout metro Atlanta and northwest Georgia and each organization was invited to speak and share donor impact stories with the credit union’s approximately 340 employees. Nonprofits that received donations from the LGE Foundation included Calvary Children’s Home, CASA of Paulding County, The Drake House, McKenna Farms Therapy Services, MUST Ministries, Next Step...
December 19th, 2024553Macon, Ga. – Robins Financial Credit Union recently donated $155,000 to the United Way of Central Georgia. The funds were raised exclusively through employee contributions during the credit union's Annual United Way Campaign.
This milestone marks the 26th consecutive year that Robins Financial has supported United Way’s initiatives, underscoring the organization’s commitment to giving back. The funds reflect the dedication of the credit union’s employees to fostering change and addressing the needs of the local community.
“I am extremely proud of our team’s generosity and commitment to making a difference,” said Dee Dee...
December 19th, 2024761Birmingham, Ala. – On Wednesday, Dec. 11, the Avadian Foundation awarded its third round of grants to organizations in the state of Alabama that are addressing needs in four key areas identified as the focus for the Foundation.
“We formed the Foundation as an outgrowth of our commitment to helping people,” said Linda Cencula, retiring President and CEO of Avadian. “We want to support the financial well-being of the people in the communities around us to create a more inclusive future for all by investing in affordable housing, financial health, small business development, and education across our membership...
December 17th, 20247407Warner Robins, Ga. - Robins Financial is proud to announce that it has successfully reached its goal of donating $1 million to local non-profits and initiatives during its 70th anniversary year. This significant contribution positively impacted more than 230 organizations and shows the dedication the credit union has to the community.
"We are honored to fulfill our promise of donating $1 million back to the community to commemorate our 70th anniversary,” said Christina O’Brien, President and CEO of Robins Financial Credit Union. “People helping people is the credit union philosophy and we are proud to be able to give back in such a...
December 17th, 2024357PANAMA CITY, Fla.—The $1.9-billion Tyndall FCU deposited $16 million into more than 86,000 of its members’ accounts this week, WJHG.com reported.
Tyndall has given back over $78 million to its member-owners in recent years through an End-of-Year Giveback, WJHG.com said.
To get their holiday cash, members had to participate in everyday banking activities, such as online banking, bill pay, direct deposit, card usage, e-statements, and loans. Each member had the opportunity to receive up to $700.
“Our members matter, we get to know them, we get to know their mom, their dad, their grandparents, their children, we grow with our...
December 17th, 20241116LAKE MARY and TALLAHASSEE, Fla (Tuesday, December 17, 2024) – Addition Financial Credit Union and Envision Credit Union announced their plans to merge two award-winning institutions and expand service to members from Central Florida, North Florida, and South Georgia.
Under the terms of the agreement, which is subject to approval from the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) and a membership vote, the combined credit union will continue to operate as Addition Financial Credit Union under the leadership of current President and CEO, Kevin Miller. Once the merger is complete, the credit union will hold nearly $4 billion in assets...
December 13th, 20247309Fort Walton Beach, Fla. (Dec. 13, 2024) - Eglin Federal Credit Union is proud to recognize SVP/Chief Technology Officer Tim Farnsworth’s remarkable 30-year career with the organization, during which he has grown to become an integral part of the credit union's leadership team. He oversees all cybersecurity, business continuity, electronic infrastructure and information technology operations.
"We are thrilled to honor Tim for his three decades of exceptional service and unwavering commitment to Eglin Federal Credit Union," said President/CEO Cathie Staton. "His journey is a true testament to the power of hard work, lifelong learning and...
December 13th, 2024271LAKE MARY, Fla (December 13, 2024) – The holiday season is the volunteering season for many Addition Financial team members, as employees of the Lake Mary-based credit donated more than 300 hours of time to support nonprofit organizations across Central Florida as part of Addition Financial’s “Season of Giving.”
Team members at Addition Financial organized festive volunteer events for nonprofits in need around the holidays, assisting with anything from building gingerbread houses with adults with disabilities to wrapping donated gifts for children in need.
Some of the Central Florida nonprofits Addition Financial volunteers...
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