TALLAHASSEE, FL – The Southeastern Credit Union Foundation (SECUF), the charitable arm of the League of Southeastern Credit Unions (LSCU), has named the credit union recipients of its Grants Program, which will receive a total of $45,500 in grant funding.
The program encompasses two distinct categories: the Community Impact Grant Program and the Credit Union Development Grant Program.
“These programs aim to empower credit unions and organizations to address critical issues within their communities and foster long-term sustainability,” the foundation said.
According to the foundation, the credit unions and organizations receiving funds “demonstrated exceptional dedication to their communities and exhibited innovative approaches to addressing critical challenges.”
Community Impact Grant Program Recipients
- AOD Federal Credit Union
- Birmingham City Credit Union
- Florida A&M University Federal Credit Union
- Fort McClellan Credit Union
- Orlando Credit Union
- Unity of Eatonville Federal Credit Union
- The Infirmary Federal Credit Union
- LSCU Cheaha Chapter
Credit Union Development Grant Program Recipients
- Altamaha Federal Credit Union
- Farmers Federal Credit Union
- FiCare Federal Credit Union
- TVH Federal Credit Union
- Unity of Eatonville Federal Credit Union
‘Centerpiece of Efforts’
“The Community Impact Grant Program, a centerpiece of the foundation's efforts, focuses on funding projects that tackle barriers to the well-being and prosperity of credit union members and their communities,” the foundation said. “With a particular emphasis on financial wellness and education, holistic wellness, housing stability, and food security, the program also extends support to credit unions seeking community development financial institutions (CDFI) certification or CDFI Fund grant-writing assistance.”
The maximum grant amount available under this program is $5,000 for credit unions and $1,500 for LSCU chapters.
"We are dedicated to supporting initiatives that make a meaningful difference in the lives of our members and communities," said Bobbi Grady, SECUF director. "The Community Impact Grant Program allows us to address critical needs affecting our communities and provides resources that are crucial to the success of our environment."
Goal to Bolster Growth
According to the foundation, the Credit Union Development Grant Program, the second component of the Grants Program, is designed to bolster the growth and sustainability of credit unions. Financial assistance is provided for projects that enhance staff and volunteer development, encourage technology adoption, and improve operational efficiency, the foundation said.
"We understand the importance of a strong and sustainable credit union system. The Credit Union Development Grant Program allows us to invest in projects that foster growth, innovation, and operational excellence within credit unions," stated Grady.
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