May 8th, 20192147
Georgia United Credit Union Foundation recently announced the award recipients of its sixth Annual School Crashers program.
>>Related: Georgia United Credit Union wins national recognition for School Crashers Program.<<
A total of 10 schools around the state will be awarded facility improvements this summer. Toney Elementary School in Decatur was selected as the program's top recipient.
Toney Elementary celebrates being named ass the 2019 School Crashers top award recipient. Principal Oliver Dean (center) and Special Education Teacher Dr. Karen Dukes (far right) are pictured wtih students, faculty and Georgia United team...
December 26th, 201828364
Robins Financial Credit Union recently paid out a $13 million member rebate.
Since 2017, Robins Financial has given back $25 million to members in the form of a member rebate. This reward is a way to give back to members and to thank them for their contribution to the continued success of the credit union.
"Since Robins Financial Credit Union is a not-for-profit cooperative, we give our earnings back to our members in the form of higher rates on savings, lower rates on loans, little to no fees and the most convenient products and services possible," said John Rhea, president and CEO for Robins Financial Credit Union. "Giving back...
December 26th, 20180196
Peach State Federal Credit Union recently made a donation to the University of Georgia's on-campus food pantry as part of its commitment to donate to local food banks throughout the year.
The credit union collects food donations from members and employees in all branch locations as well as their corporate headquarters.
Nigel's Nest is the on-campus food pantry available for all UNG students, faculty and staff from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The pantry has non-perishable food items, but also provides hygiene products, household items and school supplies. A valid UNG identification is required to utilize the...
December 26th, 2018085
Peach State Federal Credit Union has committed to donating $5,000 to Walker County Schools' Launch Academy over the next five years.
The Launch program will receive $1,000 each year through 2022 from the credit union.
"We were founded by educators in 1961 and we honor that foundation through our commitment to education," said Marshall Boutwell, Peach State's president and CEO. "That commitment is reflected in contributions to programs such as the Launch Academy, our support of Teacher of the Year banquets throughout our service area, and our annual scholarship program."
Launch was established in 2018 to support Walker County...
December 26th, 2018096
LGE Community Outreach Foundation recently presented $200,000 to local nonprofit organizations at LGE Community Credit Union's annual Christmas breakfast.
During the breakfast, the Foundation recognized nonprofits from the four counties it serves — Cobb, Cherokee, Fulton and Paulding. Each nonprofit was invted to speak and share donor impact stories with the LGE team of more than 250 employees.
Nonprofits that received donations included Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, SafePath Children's Advocacy Center, Next Step Ministries, CASA of Paulding County, Mostly Mutts, The Zone/Davis Direction Foundation, the Epilepsy Foundation...
December 17th, 201811117
Robins Financial Credit Union partnered with the Georgia State Patrol to collect 250 toys for Toys for Tots.
The toys, including 20 bicycles were collected at Robins Financial Credit Union locations across central Georgia during the months of November and December. They were given to needy children who would not otherwise have received Christmas gifts.
Robins Financial Credit Union staff present the toys collected to Toys for Tots.
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September 28th, 20181119Robins Financial Credit union recently contributed $10,000 to volunteers helping to build a playground that can be enjoyed by all children — regardless of disabilities.
The credit union donated the money to the Dublin VA Hospital as part of their annual community project to build the inclusive playground, which will be the first in the Laurens County area. The playground will be built near Lake Leisure, an area the volunteers have been working for years to restore.
"We are proud to support these volunteers and assist in building an inclusive playground for children and families of all needs," said Katie Andrews, manager of...
August 14th, 2018093The Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce will hold its Coweta Safety Council at Delta Community Credit Union.
The Council will take place on Aug. 21 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Delta Community's branch located at 1825 Highway 34 E in Newnan, according to the Newnan Times-Herald.
For more information, visit www.newnancowetachamber.org.
Also ran in: Newnan Times-Herald
June 21st, 20180169Two high school theater students from Georgia will soon compete with other young performers from across the country, thanks in part to Delta Community Credit Union.
Delta Community was a sponsor of the Shuler Hensley Awards held at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in April 19. Two of the winners of those awards, Parker Jennings and Laughton Berry, will go on to compete in the National High School Musical Theatre Awards — also known as the Jimmy Awards — on June 25.
For more, read this Broadway World Atlanta article.
Also appeared in: Broadway World Atlanta, Atlanta Daybook...
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