Katie BaileyAchieva Credit Union, based in Dunedin, FL, has earned the Juntos Avanzamos designation, becoming the third credit union in Southwest Florida to do so. This designation recognizes credit unions committed to serving Hispanic and immigrant communities. Achieva Credit Union now stands alongside Suncoast Credit Union and Tampa Bay Credit Union in the region as part of a select group with this designation.
Over the past year, Achieva Credit Union provided $4.3 million in loans to non-U.S. citizens and launched a Spanish-language website and phone line. The credit union also expanded its “Cash Class” financial education program to include Spanish-language webinars and workshops.
Achieva’s commitment to financial inclusion aligns with its values of empowering all members, especially those often overlooked by traditional financial institutions. This designation strengthens its position as a trusted partner for Hispanic and immigrant communities, helping them build a secure financial future.
