RADCLIFF, Ky.–Abound Credit Union was recognized as the statewide leader in youth financial literacy and social responsibility this week by the Kentucky Credit Union League.
During the league’s annual meeting in Louisville, Abound received first place in two separate award categories.
Specifically, the 2022 Alphonse Desjardins Youth Financial Education Award recognized Abound’s development of a customized, in-house curriculum and significant expansion of its financial literacy programs for elementary, middle, high school and college students. By formally training 44 Abound team members to provide in-person lessons at local schools, Abound’s programs have evolved to better meet student and teacher needs. The programs have reached thousands of local students, empowering them to be smart financial decision makers.
The 2022 Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community Service Award recognized Abound’s actions after the devastating tornadoes Kentuckians experienced in December 2021. ACU matched up to $5,000 in donations and encouraged members, along with others in the community who wanted to make a difference, to donate through its online, phone and branch networks.
In early 2022, Abound presented a total donation of $23,270 split evenly between the Warren County Public Schools Synergy Relief Fund and the Caring for Kids Tornado Relief Drive (operated by Taylor County Schools).
Abound also offered two storm-relief lending options to help Kentuckians who were impacted.
“Abound Credit Union was founded more than 70-years ago to help improve the lives of our Members and our community. We’re committed to meeting local needs and providing the financial education and resources Kentuckians need to thrive,” said Ray Springsteen, president & CEO of Abound Credit Union.