DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – FUTURES Foundation for Volusia County Schools announced today the organization installed Addition Financial Credit Union as its first-ever Legacy Club Member, signifying a deepened partnership and ongoing commitment to advancing educational excellence throughout the district.
In honor of the nonprofit’s 40th anniversary, FUTURES Foundation created the new Legacy Club level to recognize and sustain all-encompassing support for the organization’s programs and events. Through this partnership, Addition Financial has contributed $10,000 to support all FUTURES initiatives, including the Teacher of the Year program, Take Stock in Children Scholarship and Mentoring Program, Teacher Classroom Grants, Tomorrow’s Leaders, Teacher Resource Store, and more.
“We are deeply grateful and excited for Addition Financial becoming our first Legacy Club Member,” said Shimene Shepard, Executive Director of FUTURES Foundation for Volusia County Schools. “Their commitment to education and belief in creating lasting opportunities for students perfectly embodies the vision of FUTURES: to prepare all students of Volusia County Public Schools for success.”
Founded by a small group of educators, Addition Financial has long supported education across Central Florida, from its student-run high school branches, to awarding scholarships to local students, as well as investing in teacher recognition and financial literacy initiatives. In 2024, Addition Financial launched a co-branded debit card with Volusia County Schools through which the organization donates 3 cents back to the Foundation for every transaction made. Becoming FUTURES Foundation’s first Legacy Club Member marks another milestone in the credit union’s mission to add value to every community it serves.
“To be recognized as the first Legacy Club Member is an incredible honor,” said Richard Barbari, Director of Community Development for Addition Financial Credit Union. “FUTURES Foundation plays such a vital role in empowering educators and inspiring students in Volusia County, and we’re thrilled to help expand that impact even further.”
Learn more about FUTURES Foundation’s Club Membership Program and the organization’s other programs at https://www.futuresvolusia.org/Become-A-Club-Member-6-21.html.
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About FUTURES Foundation for Volusia County Schools
Founded in 1985, FUTURES is a nonprofit, direct support organization for Volusia County Schools. Its mission is to engage business, civic, and district leaders to promote and achieve educational excellence for Volusia County Public Schools. FUTURES’ 32-member board of directors consists of area leaders who direct and raise funds to facilitate a variety of programs in the school district.
For additional information, please contact Executive Director Shimene Shepard at (386) 255-6475, ext. 50730, or futuresfoundation@volusia.k12.fl.us, or visit www.FUTURESVolusia.org.
About Addition Financial Credit Union:
Addition Financial Credit Union is a trusted financial partner dedicated to helping members achieve their goals through better banking and financial education. Founded in 1937 and headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida, Addition Financial is a not-for-profit, member-owned cooperative with more than $3.8 billion in assets and over 256,000 members. With 37 full-service branches, 12 student-run high school branches, and a presence across 42 counties in Florida and Georgia, Addition Financial offers competitive rates, lower fees, and personalized service to meet the needs of its growing membership. Addition Financial is the Official Financial Institution of the UCF Knights and holds the naming rights to the Addition Financial Arena on the University of Central Florida campus. Recognized by both Newsweek and Forbes as one of the “Best Credit Unions” in 2025, Addition Financial continues to expand its impact in the communities it serves. Learn more at AdditionFi.com.
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