Katie BaileyThe Credit Union Impact Foundation announces the recipients of its 2026 Community Impact and Credit Union Development Grants, recognizing credit unions that are strengthening financial well-being and investing in the future of their organizations and communities.
A total of $189,750 was allocated through this year’s grant cycle, supporting 48 credit unions across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Virginia and advancing initiatives that expand financial wellness, enhance operations, and create meaningful opportunities for members.
Community Impact Grants, powered by Vizo Financial, support projects that break down barriers to financial wellness, including financial education, community development, and Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI)-related initiatives. The following credit unions have been selected as 2026 recipients:
- Alabama Credit Union, Alabama
- AmFirst Federal Credit Union, Alabama
- Associated Credit Union, Georgia
- Baylands Family Credit Union, Virginia
- Dade County Federal Credit Union, Florida
- First Commerce Credit Union, Florida
- First NRV Credit Union, Virginia
- Floridacentral Credit Union, Florida
- Fort McClellan Credit Union, Alabama
- Guardians Credit Union, Florida
- Hampton Roads Educators Credit Union, Virginia
- Hello Credit Union, Florida
- Lanier Federal Credit Union, Georgia
- Macon Bibb Employees Credit Union, Georgia
- Peoples Advantage Federal Credit Union, Virginia
- Prince William County Employees Credit Union, Virginia
- SRP Federal Credit Union, Georgia
- Tuscaloosa Chapter of Credit Unions, Alabama
- United Neighborhood Federal Credit Union, Georgia
- USF Credit Union, Florida
Credit Union Development Grants focus on strengthening the long-term sustainability of credit unions through investments in staff development, technology adoption, and operational efficiency. The following credit unions have been selected as 2026 recipients:
- Altamaha Federal Credit Union, Georgia
- Baylands Family Credit Union, Virginia
- Berrien Teachers Federal Credit Union, Georgia
- City-County Employees Credit Union, Florida
- Compass Financial Federal Credit Union, Florida
- Coweta City & County Employees Federal Credit Union, Georgia
- East Alabama Community Federal Credit Union, Alabama
- FAB Church Federal Credit Union, Georgia
- FAMU Federal Credit Union, Florida
- Farmers Federal Credit Union, Florida
- Hialeah Municipal Employees Federal Credit Union, Florida
- Lanier Federal Credit Union, Georgia
- Lauderdale County Teachers Federal Credit Union, Alabama
- Macon Bibb Employees Credit Union, Georgia
- Northeast Alabama Postal Federal Credit Union, Alabama
- Peoples Advantage Federal Credit Union, Virginia
- Pompano Beach City Employee Credit Union, Florida
- Port of Hampton Roads ILA Federal Credit Union, Virginia
- Priority Credit Union, Georgia
- Prince William County Employees Credit Union, Virginia
- Salem VA Credit Union, Virginia
- SRI Employees Federal Credit Union, Alabama
- The United Methodist Credit Union, Virginia
- Tuskegee Federal Credit Union, Alabama
- United Neighborhood Federal Credit Union, Georgia
- Vantage Point Federal Credit Union, Virginia
- WCU Credit Union, Alabama
- Workmen’s Circle Credit Union, Georgia
“These grants give credit unions the ability to turn ideas into real solutions that better serve their members and communities,” said Bobbi Grady, Executive Director of the Credit Union Impact Foundation. “By supporting both community-focused initiatives and internal growth, we’re helping credit unions expand their impact where it matters most.”
The Credit Union Impact Foundation remains committed to supporting credit unions in strengthening communities and advancing the credit union movement. As these initiatives move forward, the Foundation looks ahead to the lasting impact they will create.
Professional Development Grants remain available year-round, with applications open to credit union staff and volunteers seeking training and educational opportunities.
For more information about available grant programs, visit The Credit Union Impact Foundation’s Grants page.
