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WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. – Brookland Federal Credit Union, which said it is deeply rooted in faith and community values, has announced an expansion of its products and services to empower its “mission to serve the underserved and strengthen the financial lives of those who are members with Brookland Baptist Church.”

HIILO, Hawaii–HFS FCU and its members have made a $28,700 donation to HOPE Services, which provides support to the homeless.

ALBANY, N.Y.– In recognition of Veteran’s Day, more than 40 Broadview FCU employee volunteers spent the week supporting seven local veteran-related service organizations in the Capital Region, Syracuse, Binghamton, and Buffalo.

ROME, N.Y.– AmeriCU Credit Union has announced a partnership with the SUNY Poly Foundation to establish the Nursing 300 Scholarship Program to support future healthcare professionals. 

STOCKBRIDGE, Ga.–Florida-based VyStar Credit Union has opened its first location in metro Atlanta, with a new branch at 980 Eagles Landing Parkway in Stockbridge. The Stockbridge branch is VyStar’s 73rd full-service branch.

LAUREL, Md.–The TowerCares Foundation has made a $10,000 donation to the Maryland Center for Veterans’ Education and Training (MCVET) to further support its assistance for local veterans 

PHOENIX–Desert Financial Credit Union has been named an Arizona Credit Union of the Year by Az Business magazine as part of its 2023 Excellence in Banking Awards.

EAU CLAIRE, Wis.–Royal Credit Union (Royal) held a ribbon cutting ceremony at South Middle School to celebrate its newest school partnership.