Horse Creek Academy Receives Over $15,000 in SRP Affinity Debit Card Program Funds
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April 30, 2025
Aiken, SC – Representatives of SRP Federal Credit Union presented Horse Creek Academy with over $15,000 in 2024 SRP Affinity Debit Card funds at the school’s April 28 Board of Directors meeting.
The charter school received a total of $15,196.50, the result of every transaction made using a Horse Creek Academy Affinity Debit Card in 2024. In the Affinity Debit Card Program, SRP Federal Credit Union donates to the school designated on the card every time a member uses the card to make a purchase.
The Affinity funds are unrestricted, and Horse Creek Academy will be able to allocate the funds wherever they are needed most.
“We’re so grateful for SRP’s continued partnership and belief in our mission. These funds directly support the heart of our school — our students and staff — and help us grow opportunities that make a lasting impact,” said Dr. Ann Marie Taylor, Chief Vision Officer and Lead Learner of Horse Creek Academy.
Established in 2018, the SRP Affinity Debit Card Program offers debit cards that benefit 46 schools across eight counties in the CSRA. The program has provided over $2 million in funding for public, charter, and private high schools, as well as Augusta Technical College, since its launch.
Participating schools have full discretion over the use of the funds. The Affinity Debit Card Program has supported a variety of school needs, such as team uniforms, teacher certifications, student incentives, school equipment, computers, and more.
SRP Federal Credit Union remains committed to the credit union philosophy of People Helping People and continues to enhance local communities and uplift local education through the Affinity Debit Card Program.
Dr. Ann Marie Taylor, Chief Vision Officer and Lead Learner of Horse Creek Academy, and Michael Clennett, SRP Community Engagement Specialist, present a check from 2024 SRP Affinity Debit Card Program proceeds alongside the HCA Board of Directors.
About SRP
SRP Federal Credit Union, headquartered in North Augusta, SC, provides financial services to over 196,000 members. Recognized for excellence in business and community impact, SRP was recently named the 2024 Large Business of the Year by the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce and the North Augusta Chamber of Commerce. For more information, visit www.srpfcu.org.
SRP Federal Credit Union to Host Member Appreciation Movie Night, Featuring “Inside Out 2”
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April 29, 2025
SRP Movie Night
North Augusta, SC – SRP Federal Credit Union will welcome members, families, and guests at its semi-annual Member Appreciation Movie Night at the SRP Administrative Campus on Friday, May 2, featuring Pixar’s “Inside Out 2.”
The free, family-friendly event will offer face painting, popcorn, and fun for all ages before the movie begins at 8 p.m.
The SRP Federal Credit Union Administrative Campus is located at 1070 Edgefield Road, North Augusta, SC. The event will take place outdoors, and guests are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs for a night of community entertainment.
About SRP
SRP Federal Credit Union, headquartered in North Augusta, SC, provides financial services to over 196,000 members. Recognized for excellence in business and community impact, SRP was recently named the 2024 Large Business of the Year by the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce and the North Augusta Chamber of Commerce. For more information, visit www.srpfcu.org.
SRP Shred Fest Prepares Over 30,000 Pounds of Documents for Safe Disposal
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April 29, 2025
North Augusta, SC – SRP Federal Credit Union provided a free drive-through shredding service at its administrative campus on the morning of Saturday, April 26, helping over 1,000 visitors dispose of old documents.
With three Augusta Data Storage shredding trucks at the event, SRP’s Spring 2025 Shred Fest resulted in 30,540 pounds of shredded documents ready for safe disposal.
Over 30 SRP team members volunteered at the event, ensuring Shred Fest ran smoothly and greeting every visitor with a friendly smile.
SRP Federal Credit Union offers free shredding services at its semi-annual Shred Fest to provide SRP members and community members with a way to dispose of sensitive documents securely.
“Our SRP team is dedicated to lending a helping hand in our community, and the high turnout at this spring’s Shred Fest was inspiring,” said Grace Helms, Assistant Vice President of Marketing, Communications, and Community Development at SRP Federal Credit Union. “We are proud to meet this need for our members.”
SRP team member Alicia Prasad adds a bag of old documents to a bin for shredding. Over 30 SRP team members from across branches and departments volunteered to ensure Shred Fest ran smoothly.
About SRP
SRP Federal Credit Union, headquartered in North Augusta, SC, provides financial services to over 196,000 members. Recognized for excellence in business and community impact, SRP was recently named the 2024 Large Business of the Year by the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce and the North Augusta Chamber of Commerce. For more information, visit www.srpfcu.org.
SRP Federal Credit Union Community Blood Drive Saves Up to 39 Lives
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April 25, 2025
North Augusta, SC – SRP Federal Credit Union hosted the Shepeard Community Blood Center’s Bloodmobile for a community blood drive at its administrative campus on April 22, resulting in donations totaling 13 pints that can save up to 39 lives in the CSRA.
19 SRP team members and community members participated in the blood drive, generously setting aside time to donate blood for local patients through Shepeard’s mobile facility.
Loretta Jackson, SRP Commercial Construction Lending Specialist, donates at SRP's community blood drive. Jackson said her experience was pleasant and stress-free, and she enjoyed helping her local community.
Committed to the credit union philosophy of People Helping People, SRP Federal Credit Union hosts community blood drives quarterly. These drives allow SRP team members to contribute to an important cause and save CSRA lives.
“SRP Federal Credit Union is dedicated to uplifting the communities we serve, and we are incredibly proud of our team members who selflessly give blood to local patients in need,” said Liz Ponder, Interim CEO, SRP Federal Credit Union. “Good things are happening at SRP!”
Shaquana O'Neal, SRP Financial Specialist, donates blood inside the Shepeard Bloodmobile. O'Neal, who said she was motivated by the lives she could save, was among several SRP employees who generously gave blood on April 22.
About SRP
SRP Federal Credit Union, headquartered in North Augusta, SC, provides financial services to over 196,000 members. Recognized for excellence in business and community impact, SRP was recently named the 2024 Large Business of the Year by the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce and the North Augusta Chamber of Commerce. For more information, visit www.srpfcu.org.
SRP Federal Credit Union Donates Over $66,000 to Local High Schools Through Affinity Debit Card Program
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April 23, 2025
Augusta, GA – SRP Federal Credit Union presented the Richmond County School System and the Columbia County School District with a combined total of over $66,000 from proceeds generated through the SRP Affinity Debit Card Program. The donations were announced during the respective Board of Education meetings held on April 22.
A check for $11,317.91 was presented to the Richmond County School System, while the Columbia County School District received $55,157.80. These funds represent all 2024 transactions made by SRP members using Affinity Debit Cards customized for each participating high school.
Through the SRP Affinity Debit Card Program, members can select debit cards featuring unique designs representing local high schools or Augusta Technical College. Each time a member uses their card for a purchase, SRP donates funds to the school displayed on the card. Since the program’s inception in 2018, more than $2 million has been donated to 46 schools across eight counties in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA).
“We are grateful for this continued partnership between SRP Federal Credit Union and our five high schools,” said Dr. Steven Flynt, Columbia County School District Superintendent. “Their efforts align with our strategic plan objectives that aim to enrich student achievement through community engagement. These funds allow our schools to enhance the high-level of learning that happens in classrooms across the Columbia County School District. Thank you, SRP Federal Credit Union, for all you do to engage, enrich, and inspire our students and staff.”
In addition, Dr. Malinda Cobb, Richmond County School System Interim Superintendent said, “The Richmond County School System is grateful for SRP Federal Credit Union’s continued partnership and their investment in our students. Support from the Affinity Debit Card Program helps create more opportunities for learning, growth, and success in our schools. Their commitment to education and to our community is deeply appreciated.”
The 11 Richmond County high schools benefiting from the program include: Academy of Richmond County, Butler High School, Cross Creek High School, Glenn Hills High School, Hephzibah High School, Lucy C. Laney High School, T.W. Josey High School, Westside High School, A.R. Johnson Health Science & Engineering Magnet School, Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School, and Richmond County Technical Career Magnet School.
In Columbia County, Affinity funds will support Evans High School, Greenbrier High School, Grovetown High School, Harlem High School, and Lakeside High School.
Participating schools have full discretion over how the funds are used, allowing flexibility to address their greatest needs. Past donations have supported teacher certifications, technology upgrades, student incentives, team uniforms, school equipment, and more.
“The SRP Affinity Debit Card Program would not be possible without the support of our loyal members who choose to give back with every swipe,” said Shana Reid, Chief Development Officer at SRP Federal Credit Union. “At SRP, we believe in the credit union philosophy of ‘People Helping People,’ and we’re proud to help uplift students and educators across Richmond and Columbia Counties.”
Representatives of SRP Federal Credit Union join Columbia County School District Superintendent Dr. Steven Flynt in a check presentation at the April 22 Columbia County Board of Education meeting. From left to right: Michael Clennett, SRP team member; Dr. Flynt, Superintendent; Yvonne Meeks, SRP team member; Terry Meeks, SRP board member.Representatives of SRP Federal Credit Union join Richmond County School System leaders in a check presentation at the April 22 Richmond County Board of Education meeting. From left to right: Shawnda Stovall, President, Richmond County Board of Education; Charmaine Finch, SRP team member; Shana Reid, SRP Chief Development Officer; Grace Helms, SRP team member; Dr. Malinda Cobb, Richmond County School System Interim Superintendent.
About SRP
SRP Federal Credit Union, headquartered in North Augusta, SC, provides financial services to over 196,000 members. Recognized for excellence in business and community impact, SRP was recently named the 2024 Large Business of the Year by the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce and the North Augusta Chamber of Commerce. For more information, visit www.srpfcu.org.
SRP Federal Credit Union Hosts Financial Education Event at USC Aiken
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April 22, 2025
Aiken, SC – On April 2, SRP Federal Credit Union hosted Pace Your Finances, a financial education event for college students at the University of South Carolina Aiken.
Led by SRP’s Community Development Department, the event featured a Jeopardy!-style trivia game focused on credit. Students competed for prizes while learning about essential financial topics such as credit scores, loans, and more.
The event reflects SRP’s continued commitment to promoting financial literacy at the university level. In 2024, SRP and the USC Aiken School of Business Administration launched Pacer $mart, a financial education initiative designed to serve both college and high school students.
Developed to equip students with the tools they need for long-term financial success, the Pacer $mart program offers a comprehensive personal finance curriculum that encourages informed decision-making. In March, representatives from SRP and USC Aiken unveiled a co-branded classroom and hallway dedicated to the program.
Rooted in the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People,” SRP Federal Credit Union continues to invest in financial education across the communities it serves. In addition to Pacer $mart, SRP offers a variety of educational resources, including seminars, counseling, school visits, and more.
About SRP
SRP Federal Credit Union, headquartered in North Augusta, SC, provides financial services to over 196,000 members. Recognized for excellence in business and community impact, SRP was recently named the 2024 Large Business of the Year by the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce and the North Augusta Chamber of Commerce. For more information, visit www.srpfcu.org.
SRP Federal Credit Union Donates 47 Care Baskets for Aiken County Seniors
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April 18, 2025
Aiken, SC – SRP Federal Credit Union team members donated, assembled, and dropped off dozens of Easter baskets for United Way of Aiken County’s Be a Bunny outreach project, which provides helpful items for seniors in need.
Team members from across departments and branches at SRP contributed to the initiative. The festive baskets included hygiene supplies, activity books, reading glasses, non-perishable foods, sugar-free candy, nutritional shakes, socks, blankets, and more.
The SRP Community Development team dropped off all 47 baskets at Aiken Senior Life Services on April 4, adding to shelves full of donated baskets for seniors in the community.
Committed to the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People,” SRP Federal Credit Union team members are dedicated to giving back to the community. In 2024, SRP team members contributed 6,585 hours of volunteer service supporting a wide range of causes.
“At SRP, we exist to make the people we serve and the communities we serve better. We are in awe of our team members’ unwavering efforts to improve lives in our community,” said Yvonne Meeks, Community Development Representative, SRP Federal Credit Union. “Good things are happening at SRP!”
About SRP
SRP Federal Credit Union, headquartered in North Augusta, SC, provides financial services to over 196,000 members. Recognized for excellence in business and community impact, SRP was recently named the 2024 Large Business of the Year by the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce and the North Augusta Chamber of Commerce. For more information, visit www.srpfcu.org.
SRP Federal Credit Union Launches Thomson High School Affinity Debit Card
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April 1, 2025
Thomson, GA – Thomson High School has joined SRP Federal Credit Union’s growing Affinity Debit Card Program, an initiative that helps fund local education across Georgia and South Carolina.
Featuring the school’s black and gold logo and a unique brick pattern background, the Thomson High School Affinity Debit Card’s design honors the history and tradition of the Thomson Bulldogs.
"We are so pleased to partner with SRP Federal Credit Union in creating the new Thomson High School Affinity Debit Card,” said Dr. Mychele Rhodes, McDuffie County Superintendent of Schools. “The funds raised from this program will provide recognition for deserving Thomson High School students, encouraging them to achieve their academic goals."
The SRP Affinity Debit Card Program began in 2018 to help strengthen high schools with funding. Every time an SRP member makes a purchase with an Affinity Debit Card, SRP donates to the school designated on the card.
The addition of Thomson High School brings the total number of participating schools to 46, and each school’s Affinity Card features a unique design with school colors and logos.
Since its launch, the program has provided over $2 million in funding for public, charter, and private high schools in eight CSRA counties.
Participating schools have full discretion over how they use the Affinity donations, allowing them to allocate funds wherever they are needed most. These unrestricted funds have supported a wide range of needs, including computers, team uniforms, teacher certifications, student incentives, school equipment, and more.
Committed to the credit union philosophy of People Helping People, SRP Federal Credit Union remains committed to enhancing the communities it serves and uplifting local education through initiatives like the Affinity Debit Card Program.
About SRP
SRP Federal Credit Union, headquartered in North Augusta, SC, provides financial services to over 195,000 members. Recognized for excellence in business and community impact, SRP was recently named the 2024 Large Business of the Year by both the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce and the North Augusta Chamber of Commerce. For more information, visit www.srpfcu.org.
USCA and SRP Federal Credit Union Unveil New Pacer $mart Classroom
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March 27, 2025
Aiken, SC – Representatives from SRP Federal Credit Union and the University of South Carolina Aiken gathered on March 21 to celebrate the unveiling of a newly designed classroom and hallway dedicated to financial education at the university.
The new learning space will host Pacer $mart, a financial education program created in partnership between SRP and USCA’s School of Business Administration. Designed to equip college and high school students with financial knowledge, the program covers key personal finance topics, including budgeting, saving, credit, investing, insurance, taxes, and economics.
“The Pacer $mart program is a testament to the power of partnership in shaping students’ financial futures,” said Dr. Daniel J. Heimmermann, Chancellor at USCA. “This newly designed space will serve as a dynamic hub for financial learning, equipping students with the knowledge and confidence to make informed financial decisions throughout their lives.”
Located inside USCA’s Business & Education building, the newly branded Pacer $mart classroom will serve as a hub for guest speakers, financial success camps, and other educational initiatives. The classroom and adjoining hallway feature wall murals that incorporate university and SRP branding, along with an inspiring quote from Benjamin Franklin: “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.”
SRP Federal Credit Union remains dedicated to the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People” by fostering financial education in the communities it serves. In addition to the Pacer $mart program, SRP provides personal financial education through seminars, financial counseling, school visits, and more.
“Uplifting our communities through financial education is a cornerstone of our mission at SRP,” said Liz Ponder, Interim CEO, SRP Federal Credit Union. “We are proud to partner with USC Aiken to empower students with the knowledge and skills they need for lifelong financial success.”
SRP Foundation and SRP Team Members Provide New Shoes for Oakwood-Windsor Elementary Students
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March 25, 2025
Aiken County, SC – Every student at Oakwood-Windsor Elementary School received a brand-new pair of shoes at an assembly on March 17, thanks to the generosity of SRP Federal Credit Union team members and the support of the SRP Foundation.
The initiative, led by Interim CEO Liz Ponder and team member Tonya Edge, brought together employees from various departments and branches to donate hundreds of shoes. Board Chair Sandra DeVoe Bland, the Board of Directors and the SRP Foundation also played a vital role in ensuring every child received a new pair.
This collaborative effort extended beyond SRP, as Oakwood-Windsor Elementary’s teachers, staff, and families worked together to provide shoe sizes and favorite colors for each student. By the end of the school day, every child left with a new pair of shoes and an extra sense of confidence.
Oakwood-Windsor Elementary students try out their new sneakers. Every student at Oakwood-Windsor received a new pair of shoes from SRP's shoe drive.
“At Oakwood-Windsor Elementary, we embrace the fact that in order to grow a child’s academic brain, we must also nurture their physical, social, and emotional well-being,” said Davina Truitt, Principal of Oakwood-Windsor Elementary School. “It truly takes a village to accomplish this, and at OWES, we have the absolute best village around! We are extremely thankful for community partners like SRP Federal Credit Union, who recognize that the future of the world is in our classrooms and are helping to make a difference—one Wise Owl at a time.”
Kristen Mulvey, School Counselor at Oakwood-Windsor, echoed the sentiment: “Our students come from all walks of life, and they know better than anyone that it takes a village to help raise children to be successful. We are so grateful to SRP for helping our Wise Owls walk a little taller, feel more confident in their step, and know that the adults in their lives truly care about their well-being.”
Liz Ponder, Interim CEO of SRP Federal Credit Union, expressed appreciation for the generosity of SRP’s team members and the lasting impact of the initiative. “At SRP Federal Credit Union, we believe in the power of community and the importance of giving back. Seeing the joy on the children’s faces as they received their brand-new shoes was truly heartwarming. Every child deserves to walk with confidence, and we are honored to support our local students in such a meaningful way. This shoe drive is a testament to what we can achieve when we come together to make a difference.”
SRP Federal Credit Union, headquartered in North Augusta, SC, provides financial services to over 195,000 members. Recognized for excellence in business and community impact, SRP was recently named the 2024 Large Business of the Year by both the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce and the North Augusta Chamber of Commerce.
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