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Gulf Winds Supports Escambia County Alabama Area Agency on Aging By Gulf Winds Credit Union
I am sharing news about a gift Gulf Winds Credit Union recently made to the Escambia County Area Agency on Aging. The $5,000 donation will support local seniors with opportunities to socialize, access meals, and receive vital supportive services.
Gulf Winds Champions Children’s Health with Sponsorship of 2024 Cat Country Cares for Kids Radiothon in Partnership with Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation By Gulf Winds Credit Union
On Friday, August 16, Gulf Winds Credit Union sponsored Cat Country’s 2024 Radiothon in partnership with the Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation. Gulf Winds donated $20,000 to the event, supporting the Studer Family Children’s Hospital, the only Children’s Miracle Network affiliate serving the Pensacola region.
Gulf Winds Credit Union Donates to United Fund of Atmore and Brewton By Gulf Winds Credit Union
The Gulf Winds Cares Foundation recently made gifts to United Fund Atmore in Atmore, Alabama, and United Fund Brewton in Brewton, Alabama for a total of $6,000. Gulf Winds is proud to support these organizations which aim to unite people and resources to build a strong community. We feel your audience would benefit from learning
Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Donates to Alabama Nonprofits By Gulf Winds Credit Union
Recently, the Gulf Winds Cares Foundation made donations to the Youth Men’s Christian Associations, better known as the YMCA, of Brewton and Monroeville, Alabama. The organizations each received $2,000 to support their ongoing mission of providing a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for kids to learn, grow, and thrive, a pursuit Gulf Winds deeply supports.
Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Awards $25,000 in Scholarships By Gulf Winds Credit Union
The Gulf Winds Cares Foundation awarded $25,000 in scholarships this year to five outstanding students: Kenna Alverson, Edward Bridges, Garrett Hogan, William Kroger, and John Pinette. Each student received $5,000 to continue pursuing their dreams and passions. Photos of recipients can be found at https://www.gogulfwinds.com/news/gulf-winds-cares-foundation-provides-scholarship-funding-2024/
Gulf Winds Hosts First Charitable Golf Tournament- Raises over $33,000 to Support the Foundation’s Initiatives By Gulf Winds Credit Union
On Monday, April 22, the Gulf Winds Cares Foundation proudly hosted its inaugural Chip in Fore Charity Golf Tournament at Stonebrook Golf Course in Pace, FL. With the support of golf enthusiasts, sponsors, and donors, the event raised over $33,000 for the Foundation and its charitable activities. You can find photos on our Facebook page
Gulf Winds Credit Union Welcomes Melissa Plack as Vice President of Commercial Lending By Gulf Winds Credit Union
Gulf Winds Credit Union is pleased to announce the selection of Melissa Plack as its Vice President of Commercial Lending.
Gulf Winds Selects Lynn Crear as Director in Training By Gulf Winds Credit Union
Gulf Winds Credit Union is pleased to announce the selection of Lynn Crear as the newest Director in Training for the Board of Directors.
Gulf Winds Credit Union Welcomes Ricardo Loya Urena as Vice President of Technology Operations By Gulf Winds Credit Union
Gulf Winds Credit Union is pleased to welcome Ricardo Loya Urena to the team as the new Vice President of Technology Operations.
Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Announces $25,000 in Scholarships Available for Local Students By Gulf Winds Credit Union
Gulf Winds Credit Union is pleased to announce the Gulf Winds Cares Foundation will be awarding $25,000 in scholarships for the 2024-2025 school year. There are five scholarships available to local students in the amount of $5,000 each. Three scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors entering a college or university. One scholarship is
Gulf Winds Hosts First Time Homebuyers Workshop By Gulf Winds Credit Union
The Gulf Winds Cares Foundation is partnering with the University of West Florida’s Louis Maygarden Center for Financial Literacy to educate students and community members on first time homebuying. The workshop will be led by Katrinka Phillips, Mortgage Loan Originator at Gulf Winds Credit Union. The workshop will take place from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Gulf Winds Selects Stephen Whiting as Director in Training By Gulf Winds Credit Union
Gulf Winds Credit Union is pleased to announce the selection of Stephen Whiting, Executive Director of Technology Operations at Pensacola State College, as the newest Director in Training for the Board of Directors. As a Director in Training, Whiting will play a vital role in guiding the management of the Credit Union in support of
Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Donates to Alabama Nonprofits By Gulf Winds Credit Union
The Gulf Winds Cares Foundation made several gifts in Alabama this month. A total of $10,250 was given to four local nonprofits in the pursuit of caring for those in need, a value held closely by Gulf Winds Credit Union. Two of these gifts were for local chapters of the YMCA to support youth programs.
Gulf Winds Remembers Longtime Board Member Nelson Whaley By Gulf Winds Credit Union
Gulf Winds Credit Union remembers Nelson Whaley, board member for 33 years, who passed away on June 28, 2023.
Gulf Winds Selects Scott Slattery as Chief Lending Officer By Gulf Winds Credit Union
Gulf Winds Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Slattery as its Chief Lending Officer, effective June 5, 2023.
Gulf Winds Remembers Longtime Board Member Fred Houston By Gulf Winds Credit Union
Gulf Winds Credit Union remembers Fred Houston, board member for more than 50 years, who passed away on May 26, 2023.
Gulf Winds staff members donate $10,752 to the Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Ascension Sacred Heart in partnership with NAFCU By Gulf Winds Credit Union
Gulf Winds and the National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions (NAFCU) presented the Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Ascension Sacred Heart with a donation of $10,752 on April 4, 2023. This gift was made possible by the culmination of weekly donations from Gulf Winds staff members that participated in the casual day jeans program.
Fred Houston Appointed Board Emeritus After 57 Years of Service By Gulf Winds Credit Union
Long-time Gulf Winds Board Member, Fred Houston, was appointed to the role of Board Emeritus on October 17, 2022. Houston transitions to Board Emeritus after serving 57 years on the Gulf Winds Board of Directors.