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ANAHEIM, Calif.--SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union recently hosted a half-day Bite of Reality financial education session for high school students enrolled in California Congressman Lou Correa’s Young Congressional Leaders Program, a yearlong initiative that helps teens build leadership and independent living skills.

OCALA, Fla. — Ocala Community Credit Union has promoted Victoria “Vicky” Karpiw to director of lending, the credit union announced.

BATON ROUGE, La. — Pelican Credit Union closed out 2025 by awarding a 2026 Honda CR-V to a Louisiana member as part of its #PelicanPays program, a member-focused initiative aimed at community impact and financial relief.

SANTA ROSA, Calif. – For one Novato family of four, the start of a new year  marks a milestone they once thought impossible—celebrating in a home of their own. With two children, ages 14 and 8, the family faced the challenge of saving for a down payment in one of California’s most competitive housing markets. 

ST. HELENS, Ore. — On the heels of awarding $25,000 in grants to small businesses in 2025, InRoads Credit Union, in partnership with its members and employees, completed the year by contributing $175,778 towards more than 50 local charitable organizations and schools in communities across Columbia, Washington and Multnomah counties.

YORK, Pa. — Heritage Valley Federal Credit Union employees donated $4,785 in 2025 to four local nonprofit organizations through the credit union’s quarterly “Casual for a Cause” program, with contributions matched by the credit union.

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla.— Tinker Federal Credit Union has appointed Ryan Marlen as senior vice president of digital strategy, a newly created role focused on strengthening digital channels and enhancing the member experience.