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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's new Chamblee branch celebrates grand opening and ribbon cutting

Jun 11, 2024

DULUTH, GA - DeKalb Chamber of Commerce CEO and President Frankie Atwater, Sr. and Chamblee Mayor Brian K. Mock joined Georgia United Credit Union for a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony on June 7 celebrating the credit union’s new Chamblee branch at bustling Chamblee Plaza.

“We are extremely excited to be in Chamblee and in this community,” said Georgia United Chief Experience Officer Todd Lambright. “Cutting this ribbon today symbolizes growth not just for Georgia United but also this community. We are proud to be a part of it, we are proud to be here and to represent our members here – and our potential new members.”

The 1,400-square-foot storefront branch, nestled between Publix and Einstein Bros. Bagels, had a soft opening on March 13. It is more compact than the typical Georgia United branch’s footprint but is a full-service, one-stop-shop for members, featuring two state-of-the-art ATM+ terminals inside and one outside. The exterior ATM + station provides members 24/7 access to their finances – extending banking hours beyond the physical branch, allowing access to in-branch services such as depositing cash, withdrawing cash in multiple denominations or making deposits even when the doors are locked.

“This branch is what we deem a micro-branch,” said Lambright. “If you walk in you can see it’s small, but they say dynamite comes in small packages.”

The Chamblee facility incorporates contemporary design and layout elements of the organization’s branch transformation strategic program that is redefining the banking experience for members. Leveraging the latest technology, Georgia United continues to deliver its renowned personalized service.

The new branch is a successor of sorts to the former North Atlanta branch on Tilly Mill Road, approximately 2.3 miles away, and Mayor Mock is glad Georgia United chose to serve members in the area by operating in Chamblee.

“I try not to miss a ribbon cutting, and it’s never for the photo op, it’s for the genuineness of the fact that we have a new business opening in the city,” said Mock. “It means the city is going in the right direction. We are doing some good things here and this area is really growing. And we are proud to have Georgia United part of our community.”  

Georgia United is committed to building strong community ties in the Chamblee area, including participating in and sponsoring local community events, such as the inaugural Chamblee Art Fest in April and March’s Cherry Blossom Festival and 5K in neighboring Brookhaven.

About Georgia United Credit Union    

Georgia United Credit Union is an award-winning financial leader and partner in education. Headquartered in Duluth, Georgia United is ranked as one of the state’s largest credit unions with more than $2 billion in assets and more than 150,000 members. As a full-service financial institution, Georgia United offers competitive products and services for every stage of life. Visit gucu.org to learn more.