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Education Foundation for California Schools Announces Grant Recipients for 2023 Applicants
The Education Foundation for California Schools, a non-profit organization created by SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and the Orange County Department of Education, today announced that it awarded 142 grants to teachers throughout the state to help fund programs designed to encourage students to learn and excel in the core subjects of language arts, science and
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Sponsors Los Rios Community College District Spring Convocation
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, served as a sponsor of the Los Rios Community College District Spring Convocation, which was held on Friday, Jan. 12, at American River College in Sacramento. In addition to American River College, the Los Rios colleges include Cosumnes River College, Folsom
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Sponsors First Annual Coastal Catholic Classic Basketball Showcase
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, today announced that the credit union served as a sponsor of the first annual Coastal Catholic Classic basketball showcase. The all-day fan event, held on Jan. 6 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, is the first-of-its-kind, six-game Catholic high school showcase
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Sponsors Educational Leadership Summit at California State University, San Bernardino
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, served as the premium sponsor for the Education Leadership Summit presented Nov. 16 at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB). The gathering of visionary leaders, educators and educational innovators provided a unique opportunity for its attendees to engage with experts and
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces New Vice President of Mortgage Operations
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, today announced that Jennifer Davis has been appointed to the newly created position of Vice President, Mortgage Operations, serving Members’ real estate financing needs. She has joined the SchoolsFirst FCU operations team in the Tustin office. In her new role, Davis
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Celebrates International Credit Union Day
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, celebrated the 75th anniversary of International Credit Union Day on Oct. 19 with events at four of its locations in California. Congressional and state-level elected officials and their staff members in corresponding counties for each location were invited to participate in
SchoolsFirst FCU Sponsors Sacramento State Athletics
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, today announced that the Credit Union served as the presenting partner for the Sacramento State Hornets football team at the Oct. 21 home game against the Montana State Bobcats, with 17,000 in attendance. During halftime, Josh Smith, vice president, school and
SchoolsFirst FCU Signs on as Presenting Sponsor of ‘Future Pathways: Superintendents Unplugged’ Podcast
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, today announced that it will become the presenting sponsor of the “Future Pathways: Superintendents Unplugged” podcast beginning with the launch of the second season of the program. Produced by Cloudcast Media, Classroom of the Future Foundation, and the Center for Educational
‘The Financial Lives of Californians,’ a New Research Study from Gallup and SchoolsFirst FCU, Explores Residents’ Financial Wellbeing and Relationships with Money and Financial Institutions
When it comes to managing money, California residents appear more confident about their current situations than they do about their futures. Respondents to a study conducted by Gallup, Inc. on behalf of SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union are somewhat more likely to say they pay their bills on time (59%), however nearly a third say they
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Donates 2,500 Filled Backpacks to 11 County Offices of Education Throughout California
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, today announced its Membership Development and Advocacy teams delivered 2,500 backpacks filled with school supplies – including pencils, erasers, notebooks and other necessities – to 11 county offices of education, or a designated school district, throughout California.
Sacramento Valley Credit Union Network Supports MIND Institute at UC Davis Health
Representatives of the Sacramento Valley Credit Union Network, a regional extension of the California Credit Union League (CCUL), brightened the day at the MIND Institute of UC Davis with a donation of toys, games and activity books for children undergoing treatment for neurodevelopmental disabilities at the institute’s clinic. The UC Davis Children’s Hospital is part
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Team Raises $63,875 for CHOC Walk in the Park 2023
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, today announced that its team raised more than $63,000 for Children’s Health of Orange County (CHOC) during CHOC Walk in the Park 2023. Each year, the walk helps CHOC raise essential funds that support children and their families receiving critical care
Education Foundation for California Schools Raises $152,668 During Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser
The Education Foundation for California Schools, a non-profit organization created by SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and the Orange County Department of Education, today announced that its annual golf tournament fundraising event raised a record-breaking $152,668, surpassing its goal and exceeding last year’s total raised of $148,000. The event was held earlier this summer at the
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Holds Workshops to Commemorate Signing of Americans with Disabilities Act
SchoolsFirstFCU hosted two successful workshops for its marketing, product, user design and research team members in the Tustin headquarters and Sacramento operation center, to commemorate the July 26 anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Each session featured hands-on learning activities to simulate common disabilities, which gave team members direct experience
Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels
Aggieland Credit Union Finances $53,000 in Texas A&M Student-run Entrepreneurial Ventures
Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need
Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools
United Federal Credit Union Hires Chief Commercial Officer to Lead Business Lending and Deposit Growth
Autotruck Financial Credit Union Chooses Sharetec for Shared Values and Digital Innovation
Landings Credit Union Secures $81,000 Ahead Grant to Support Tempe Community Action Agency’s (TCAA) Economic Empowerment Programs
First Hope Bank Partners with Arkatechture to Drive Data Innovation and Enhance Customer Experience
SECU’s Leigh Brady Named to 2024 Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions List by American Banker
GreenState appoints new Chief Risk Officer, Ryan Gage
Chartway Credit Union Expands with New Branches, Products, & Services
United Federal Credit Union Promotes Two to Branch Manager Positions in Indiana
GTE Financial Elevates Leadership: Manny Aguilar and Dona Svehla Promoted to Key Executive Roles
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Battle Creek
Maine Credit Union Grows Assets by More Than 60%
INOVA’S Samuel Kamwenji Receives Minority Business Excellence Award for Service
NCOFCU Awards it 2024 Vollunteer of the Year and Lifetime Achivement Awards at their San Antonio Conference
Maine Family Federal Credit Union Raises Over $1,000 in One Day for the Campaign for Ending Hunger
Amrita Prasad of SafeAmerica Credit Union Featured on Women of Community Banking Video Podcast
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Application Timeline for Member Education Award Scholarships
Eltropy Showcases AI-Driven Solutions at VentureTech 2024, Celebrates Industry Innovation
Advia Credit Union Launches Instant Payments with FedNow® and RTP, Enhancing Member Experience
Cetera Welcomes Eglin Federal Credit Union
Horizon Helps Build a Better Future With $10,000 Donation
GTE Financial Announces Key Promotions in Talent Development and Talent Administration Teams
Coastal Credit Union Collecting Toys for Tots
Six Credit Unions Partner with myCUmortgage for Comprehensive Home Loan Services
LGE Community Credit Union wins two Marketing Association of Credit Unions awards
INTRODUCING TRIUNITY FOUNDATION: HELPING ELIMINATE DEBT FOR THOSE FACING TERMINAL ILLNESSES
Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels
Aggieland Credit Union Finances $53,000 in Texas A&M Student-run Entrepreneurial Ventures
Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need
Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools
United Federal Credit Union Hires Chief Commercial Officer to Lead Business Lending and Deposit Growth
Autotruck Financial Credit Union Chooses Sharetec for Shared Values and Digital Innovation
Landings Credit Union Secures $81,000 Ahead Grant to Support Tempe Community Action Agency’s (TCAA) Economic Empowerment Programs
First Hope Bank Partners with Arkatechture to Drive Data Innovation and Enhance Customer Experience
SECU’s Leigh Brady Named to 2024 Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions List by American Banker
GreenState appoints new Chief Risk Officer, Ryan Gage
Chartway Credit Union Expands with New Branches, Products, & Services
United Federal Credit Union Promotes Two to Branch Manager Positions in Indiana
GTE Financial Elevates Leadership: Manny Aguilar and Dona Svehla Promoted to Key Executive Roles
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Battle Creek
Maine Credit Union Grows Assets by More Than 60%
INOVA’S Samuel Kamwenji Receives Minority Business Excellence Award for Service
NCOFCU Awards it 2024 Vollunteer of the Year and Lifetime Achivement Awards at their San Antonio Conference
Maine Family Federal Credit Union Raises Over $1,000 in One Day for the Campaign for Ending Hunger
Amrita Prasad of SafeAmerica Credit Union Featured on Women of Community Banking Video Podcast
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Application Timeline for Member Education Award Scholarships
Eltropy Showcases AI-Driven Solutions at VentureTech 2024, Celebrates Industry Innovation
Advia Credit Union Launches Instant Payments with FedNow® and RTP, Enhancing Member Experience
Cetera Welcomes Eglin Federal Credit Union
Horizon Helps Build a Better Future With $10,000 Donation
GTE Financial Announces Key Promotions in Talent Development and Talent Administration Teams
Coastal Credit Union Collecting Toys for Tots
Six Credit Unions Partner with myCUmortgage for Comprehensive Home Loan Services
LGE Community Credit Union wins two Marketing Association of Credit Unions awards
INTRODUCING TRIUNITY FOUNDATION: HELPING ELIMINATE DEBT FOR THOSE FACING TERMINAL ILLNESSES
Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels
Aggieland Credit Union Finances $53,000 in Texas A&M Student-run Entrepreneurial Ventures
Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need
Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools
United Federal Credit Union Hires Chief Commercial Officer to Lead Business Lending and Deposit Growth
