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The PenFed Foundation Announces Exclusive Raffle in Partnership with LoudounStay Benefiting Military Heroes

1/8/2024

 
Tysons, VA - The PenFed Foundation, a national 501(c)3 founded by PenFed CU is proud to announce an exclusive raffle in partnership with LoudounStay benefiting military heroes. 

Participants not only enter to win an unforgettable escape but also support The PenFed Foundation’s mission to improve the lives of military heroes. Your contributions help fund essential programs: Military Heroes, Afghan Allies, and Veteran Entrepreneur programs. Raffle tickets can be purchased here. Tickets can be purchased until February 7, 2024, at 10 a.m. EST and the drawing will take place on February 9, 2024, at 10 a.m. EST.

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Andrews FCU Announces Christopher Burgess as Vice President of Marketing

1/4/2024

 
Suitland, MD – Andrews FCU recently announced that Christopher Burgess will take on the role of VP of Marketing. In this role, Burgess will be responsible for leading strategic marketing and communications efforts for the $2.5 billion international financial institution. 

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Scott CU Community Foundation Awards $100,000 to Local Schools

1/4/2024

 
Edwardsville, IL – The Scott CU Community Foundation recently awarded $100,000 With You education grants to support various educational initiatives in 34 schools. Since 2020, the Foundation has allocated over $205,000 to a variety of school projects. The With You grant program has become a cornerstone of the Foundation's commitment to fostering innovation and growth in local educational environments. 

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CREDIT UNION WEST ANNOUNCES NEW CFO

1/4/2024

 
Credit Union West, a member-owned and Arizona based financial cooperative, is pleased to announce the promotion of Kelly Poldoski to the position of Chief Financial Officer. Poldoski took the position on December 19, 2023

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NCUA Approves Merger of Blue FCU and Aventa CU

1/3/2024

 
Colorado Springs, CO - The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has approved the proposed merger of Blue FCU and Aventa CU. The credit unions, when merged, will do business as Blue FCU, with combined assets of more than $2.1 billion and over 153,000 members.

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The PenFed Foundation partners with Canine Companions to help more veterans get life-changing service dogs

1/3/2024

 
National campaign addresses urgent need for more volunteer puppy raisers 
Provided by PenFed CU

Tysons, VA – The PenFed Foundation, a national 501(c)3 founded by PenFed CU, announces a groundbreaking partnership with Canine Companions to help provide more service dogs to veterans and others with a disability. The nationwide campaign is focused on recruiting more volunteer puppy raisers and encouraging more corporations to allow their employees to raise service dogs in the workplace. Canine Companions’ Pilot, a 10-week-old yellow Labrador/Golden Retriever cross, is the face of the new initiative. He’s being raised by PenFed Foundation President Andrea McCarren, her sixth future service dog in training. ​

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SAFE FCU to Give Over $27,000 in Scholarships to South Carolina Students

1/2/2024

 
Sumter, South Carolina – South Carolina high school seniors are being invited to apply for eleven $2,500 college scholarships introduced by SAFE FCU.

The initiative is part of the credit union’s newly expanded scholarship program aimed at helping young adults faced with the rising cost of post-secondary education.

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Andrews Federal Sponsors Community Lunch to Support Veterans

12/4/2023

 
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SUITLAND, Md. – Andrews Federal Credit Union recently sponsored the Prince George’s Proud Veterans Appreciation Luncheon. The luncheon was organized by the Prince George’s County Government. Col. Todd Randolph, the Joint Base Andrews Commander, served as the keynote speaker. Andrews Federal provided monetary support for the event, as well as providing commemorative items for the veterans in attendance. Members of the Andrews Federal executive leadership team were also in attendance at the event. ​


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Cedar Point Federal Credit Union® Grand Reopening in Lexington Park

6/30/2023

 
Lexington Park, MD, June 30, 2023 – Cedar Point Federal Credit Union® celebrated reopening its headquarters in Lexington Park on June 29th, 2023. The location had been closed since April 29th, 2023, for renovations to the lobby.
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Service CU, AFFN Support Families of Wounded Soldiers With Landstuhl Fisher House Donation

6/27/2023

 
​LANDSTUHL, GERMANY (June 27, 2023) – Service Credit Union and the Armed Forces Financial Network (AFFN) have once again partnered to donate $3,000 to the Landstuhl Fisher House, which provides a home away from home for families of patients receiving medical care at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center.
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