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Community Impact

Our philosophy of “people helping people” can be seen in our daily interactions with members or serving our local community.

Supporting Our Local Communities

Georgia United Credit Union takes great pride in being an active and responsible member of the communities we serve. Every year we support events and programs that focus on strengthening our school systems, financial literacy and helping our communities.

Volunteering

All Georgia United team members are given three paid volunteer days each year to serve at credit union-sponsored programs or for a charitable organization of their choice. Don’t be surprised to find our team members volunteering at a local elementary school career day or rolling up their sleeves for service organizations.

Financial Education

We are passionate about furthering financial literacy in our communities. Our team members can be found hosting educational seminars—both online and in person—to help teach important financial skills like money management, budgeting, investing and more. If you need a speaker for your community group, school or business, we'd love to connect with you.

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More through our foundation

The Georgia United Foundation is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) charitable organization committed to improving the quality of life for children and families in the communities we serve. Our Foundation partners with Georgia United Credit Union team members and volunteers to fund and deliver impactful programs across the state including:

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I'm so appreciative of the "mission in action" behind the staff at Georgia United Credit Union. The staff at Georgia United are a living embodiment of giving back to the community and for that, the Y is truly grateful. Your gift of dollars and time has a big impact for many in our community's mind, body, and spirit.
- Joseph A., J.M. Tull Gwinnett Family YMCA
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Georgia United aides the community they serve with services like feeding the community, a toy drive during Christmas and more.
- Carolle D., Member, Georgia United Credit Union
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Thank you so much for this grant. It will really go a long way to help us provide meals to the children in our community.
- Jill E., Hearts Against Hunger
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Georgia United is very helpful to the community. I always see them giving back, helping young students who are in school and helping young families. Georgia United is a great credit union that I love.
- Uwannia L., Member, Georgia United Credit Union
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We rely on support from community partners like Georgia United Credit Union. With their funding, we will serve so many families during these trying times. Filling basic needs, like diapers, for families makes such a difference. Collaborations and partners are what help make our communities stronger.
- Jan Ruth M., Director of Giving, Helping Mamas

Georgia United Credit Union Announces Field of Membership Expansion

Oct 27, 2021

DULUTH,GA — It is an exciting time of growth at Georgia United Credit Union. The credit union is proud to announce a field of membership expansion to now include the counties of Catoosa, Walker, Floyd, Lumpkin, Habersham, White and Banks.

“We are proud to reach this important milestone and look forward to serving our new communities,” said President and CEO Debbie Smith. “Georgia United is a financial and community partner and we are excited to help our new members achieve their financial goals at every stage of life.”

Under the new charter expansion, those living or working in the following counties are welcome to join the credit union: Banks, Barrow, Bartow, Butts, Catoosa, Chatham, Cherokee, Clarke, Cobb, Clayton, Coweta, Dawson, DeKalb, Douglas, Fayette, Floyd, Forsyth, Fulton, Gordon, Gwinnett, Habersham, Hall, Henry, Jackson, Jasper, Laurens, Lumpkin, Madison, Morgan, Murray, Newton, Oglethorpe, Oconee, Paulding, Rockdale, Spalding, Walker, Walton, White and Whitfield.

There are additional ways to join Georgia United aside from living or working in the 40 counties. The credit union serves over 200 workplace partners, the state agencies of Georgia, the employees and members of the Catholic community, Board of Regents colleges and universities, the faculty and staff of Georgia Institute of Technology and the faculty, staff, students and alumni of the University of Georgia. To learn more about joining the credit union, visit gucu.org.

ABOUT GEORGIA UNITED CREDIT UNION:

Georgia United Credit Union has had the honor of serving Georgia families and impacting the communities they serve for over 60 years. Headquartered in Duluth, Georgia United is ranked as one of the state’s largest credit unions with over $1.8 billion in assets and serves more than 170,000 members with innovative digital banking solutions and full-service branch locations. As a leader in the financial industry, Georgia United has been recognized by Forbes as a Best-In-State Credit Union for three consecutive years and an Atlanta’s Top Workplace seven years in a row. As a purpose-driven organization, they are passionate about supporting impactful programs that enrich the lives of their members, team members and communities. Visit gucu.org to learn more.