JACKSONVILLE, FL — At VyStar Credit Union, doing good isn’t just an initiative – it’s who we are. In 2025VyStar employees turned purpose into action, contributing more than 45,000 volunteer hours in communities across Florida and Georgia. From supporting youth education and veterans to advancing the arts and improving quality of life, employees dedicated their time and talents to causes that matter most.
Combined with $8.2 million in philanthropic contributions last year, VyStar’s impact continues to strengthen the communities we serve.
This spirit of service is deeply embedded in VyStar’s culture and brought to life by employees who lead through action. Each year, VyStar’s Volunteer of the Year Awards recognize individuals whose dedication exemplifies what it means to live our purpose and inspire others to do the same.
“Real impact starts with people who care deeply about others,” said Brian Wolfburg, President/CEO of VyStar Credit Union. “Our employees’ willingness to give their time, energy and efforts reflects the culture we are proud to build every day, a culture rooted in service, compassion and community.”
Meet our 2025 Volunteer of Year Honorees
Joseph Sellix, Protective Services Manager (314 Volunteer Hours)
Joe is recognized for his consistent leadership and hands-on commitment to serving communities across VyStar’s footprint. In 2025, he dedicated more than 300 volunteer hours in support of organizations such as Animal Care and Protective Services, the Center for Independent Living, Museum of Contemproary Art, BASCA and the Museum of Science and History. He frequently stepped into volunteer leadership roles, including helping build an adaptive horse-and-chariot costume for a child at the Center for Independent Living. His reliability, initiative, and “whatever it takes” make him one of VyStar’s most impactful volunteers.
Meredith Anido, Compliance Analyst (414 Volunteer Hours)
Meredith is honored for her outstanding leadership and ability to mobilize others in service of the community. In 2025, she not only supported existing volunteer efforts but also helped create new opportunities for engagement. She regularly organized and led events, including coordinating a team of 30 VyStar volunteers at Rethreaded during Good is everywhere, where she ensured seamless execution and meaningful impact. Through her leadership with VyStar’s VETS Resource Group, she also helped plan and lead events honoring veterans, including Memorial Day flag placements and wreath-laying ceremony. Her passion, organization and leadership continue to elevate volunteerism across the enterprise.
Discover the full list of honorees and their stories at https://go.vystarcu.org/voty2025
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VyStar’s deep-rooted commitment to volunteerism is one reason we were recognized by Credit Union Times with the Community Impact Luminary Award for its unwavering commitment to “Do Good” across Florida and Georgia.
To learn more about VyStar at vystarcu.org
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About VyStar Credit Union
VyStar Credit Union is the second-largest credit union headquartered in Florida, with 79 full-service branches across Florida and Georgia, more than 1 million members and assets of over $14 billion. VyStar is a major employer in the region with over 2,300 employees across the communities it serves. VyStar membership is open to everyone who lives or works in the 49 contiguous counties of Central to North Florida, 29 Georgia counties, as well as past and present military members and their families all over the world. Members benefit from convenient access to over 55,000 surcharge free ATMs worldwide. VyStar has earned national recognition from Time Magazine, Fortune, USA Today and Forbes for excellence in financial services, innovation and customer service, reflecting its commitment to delivering value and exceptional experiences to members. For more information, visit vystarcu.org, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and LinkedIn.
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