SRP Virtual Teller ATM at the Furys Ferry shopping center in Martinez, GA

SRP Federal Credit Union Opens New Virtual Teller ATM in Martinez, GA

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November 9, 2026

Martinez, GA – Expanding its accessibility in Columbia County, SRP Federal Credit Union established a new Virtual Teller ATM in the Village at Fury’s Ferry shopping center on Evans to Locks Road.

The new ATM, located near retail stores and restaurants in a growing community, is an Interactive Teller Machine (ITM). The Virtual Teller feature allows visitors to speak with an SRP teller to conduct transactions from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays, in addition to the machine’s normal 24/7 ATM capabilities.

Guided by the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People,” SRP Federal Credit Union aims to empower members to access financial services from convenient locations across the 10 Georgia and South Carolina counties it serves. SRP offers more than 50 ATMs and ITMs in the CSRA.

“We’re thrilled to open our newest Virtual Teller ATM to serve our growing community in Columbia County,” said Tim Jones, SRP Federal Credit Union Virtual Experience Manager. “At SRP, we are dedicated to serving our member-owners. We’re excited to expand access to our financial services through this new, state-of-the-art ATM location.”

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SRP Federal Credit Union is headquartered in North Augusta, SC, and provides a full range of financial services to more than 200,000 members. SRP serves the banking needs of individuals, families, and businesses across 10 counties in Georgia and South Carolina. Recognized for its commitment to member service and community impact, SRP was recently named Best -In-State Credit Union in Georgira by Forbes and one of America's Best Credit Unions in South Carolina by Newsweek. For more information, visit www.srpfcu.org.

Francis Kirkbride, SRP Technical Support Administrator, prepares to donate blood inside Shepeard Community Blood Center's mobile donation unit. 32 SRP ambassadors participated in the October blood drive.

SRP Community Blood Drive Helps Save Up to 102 Lives

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November 2, 2026

North Augusta, SC – SRP Federal Credit Union joined forces with Shepeard Community Blood Center on Oct. 27 to help save lives and strengthen the local blood supply through its quarterly blood drive.

The event brought together SRP employees, known internally as ambassadors, and community members, with 38 participants donating 34 pints of blood—enough to save up to 102 lives across the CSRA. Donors had the opportunity to give blood in Shepeard’s mobile donation units or at any of its donor centers throughout the week.

Blood donations play a vital role in supporting patients facing medical emergencies, undergoing surgeries, and receiving treatment for serious illnesses. By encouraging participation in community blood drives, SRP helps support this ongoing need while providing ambassadors and community members with an opportunity to make a meaningful difference close to home.

Through its quarterly partnership with Shepeard Community Blood Center, SRP continues to demonstrate its commitment to the health and well-being of the communities it serves. The October blood drive brings SRP’s total pints donated in 2026 to 160, impacting up to 480 patients.

“It is incredible to witness our SRP ambassadors and community members come together to save lives and support local patients,” said Allyson Teevan, AVP of Marketing and Communications at SRP Federal Credit Union. “We’re grateful to Shepeard Community Blood Center for giving us this profound opportunity to live out the credit union philosophy of ‘People Helping People’ with our quarterly blood drives.”

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SRP leaders present SRP Federal Credit Union's donation of bedding, laundry baskets, and more for Cancer Support Services.

SRP Federal Credit Union Helps Comfort Cancer Patients and Caregivers Through Supply Drive

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October 30, 2026

Augusta, GA – To help create a welcoming and supportive environment for individuals undergoing cancer treatment and their caregivers staying at Cancer Support Services’ Dashka Chudgar Lydia House, SRP Federal Credit Union donated bedding, towels, laundry baskets, playing cards, and other essential items that enhance comfort and convenience during challenging times.

SRP employees, known internally as ambassadors, collected and donated the items through an ambassador-led supply drive, demonstrating the credit union’s ongoing commitment to supporting local organizations that provide care and resources to those facing cancer.

Additionally, a team of SRP ambassadors participated in Cancer Support Services’ 4^th Annual Step Up Against Cancer Walk to help uplift the organization and show support for people experiencing cancer in the community.

Guided by the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People,” SRP Federal Credit Union is dedicated to uplifting the community it serves. SRP ambassadors’ contributions to Cancer Support Services reflect a year of strong participation in local initiatives: to-date, SRP ambassadors have volunteered for more than 4,360 hours in 2026.

“It has been truly meaningful to support an organization that touches so many lives,” said Lonzo Smith, SRP Federal Credit Union Community Impact Manager. “At SRP, many of our ambassadors have experienced loved ones fighting cancer. We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to uplift Cancer Support Services and the cancer fighters staying at the Daksha Chudgar Lydia House.”

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SRP Federal Credit Union's Shred Fest Securely Recycles Nearly 9 Tons of Paper

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October 21, 2026

North Augusta, SC – More than 610 vehicles lined up at SRP Federal Credit Union's Administrative Campus on Saturday, October 17 for Shred Fest, a community event hosted by SRP for secure document disposal.

With the support of two mobile shred trucks provided by Augusta Data Storage, Shred Fest securely collected, processed, and destroyed 17,240 pounds of confidential documents, personal records, unsolicited mail, and other sensitive paperwork, helping community members protect themselves against identity theft while promoting responsible recycling.

SRP employees, know internally as ambassadors, from across branches and departments of the organization joined together to serve the community at Shred Fest. From greeting guests and directing traffic to loading bins with sensitive documents, SRP ambassadors played a key role in delivering safe, efficient, and sucessful event.

“Shred Fest is a great example of how our community comes together to protect personal information and support environmental stewardship," said Josh Rhoden, Marketing and Communications Manager at SRP Federal Credit Union. "By providing a secure way to dispose of sensitive documents and recycle nearly nine tons of paper, we're helping make our communities safer and more sustainable.

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Members of the SRP Community Impact Team

SRP Federal Credit Union’s Community Investments Surpass $500,000

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September 11, 2026

North Augusta, SC – Committed to uplifting communities across the 10 counties it serves, SRP Federal Credit Union has donated more than $500,000 to organizations and community programs benefiting the CSRA since the beginning of 2026.

SRP’s community investments reached $551,561 as of Sept. 10, supporting a variety of causes, including education, local events, hunger relief, medical care and more.

In addition to SRP’s community investments, the credit union recently made an impactful donation of $207,500 to 83 local elementary schools with a surprise investment in education. SRP also supported local United Way chapters with funding and volunteer efforts.

SRP has recently engaged in community service as well. SRP employees, known internally as ambassadors, have contributed nearly 3,800 volunteer hours averaging eight volunteer hours per ambassador.

SRP ambassadors have organized more than 120 seminars and financial education events across SRP’s 204,000-member field of membership. The events have reached more than 2,770 participants, covering topics such as budgeting, credit, retirement, and estate planning.

“At SRP Federal Credit Union, community impact is at the heart of everything we do,” said Lonzo Smith, SRP Community Impact Manager. “We are proud of the meaningful difference our ambassadors have made across our 10 counties throughout 2026. The positive impact we have achieved so far this year is a testament to what can be accomplished when people come together with a shared purpose.”

SRP has served 178 organizations through volunteerism, sponsorships, financial education, and community investment initiatives in 2026, reflecting SRP’s unwavering dedication to the credit union philosophy of People Helping People.

“Through volunteerism, strategic giving, and community engagement, SRP continues to strengthen our communities through service, generosity, and leadership,” said Smith. “We believe investing in people creates lasting change, and we remain committed to creating opportunities that strengthen individuals, families, and the communities we serve. These results demonstrate what is possible when an organization is dedicated to putting people first, and we are excited to continue building brighter futures together, the best is yet to come.”

About SRP

SRP Federal Credit Union is headquartered in North Augusta, South Carolina, and provides a full range of financial services to more than 200,000 members. SRP serves the banking needs of individuals, families, and businesses across 10 counties in Georgia and South Carolina. Recognized for its commitment to member service and community impact, SRP was recently named Best-In-State Credit Union in Georgia by Forbes and one of America’s Best Credit Unions in South Carolina by Newsweek. For more information, visit www.srpfcu.org.

Representatives of schools and school districts across the CSRA join SRP Federal Credit Union leaders in a check presentation for local elementary schools.

SRP Federal Credit Union Donates $207,500 to Elementary Schools in the CSRA

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September 4, 2026

North Augusta, SC – Educators and school district officials across 10 counties in Georgia and South Carolina gathered at SRP Park on Tuesday, September 1 for a surprise announcement: SRP Federal Credit Union has donated $2,500 to 83 elementary schools located in its field of membership.

Designed to provide direct support where it is needed most, the donation gives each school the flexibility to use the funds however it chooses. From classroom resources and student programs to technology, supplies and other school-specific needs, each school can determine how the $2,500 will make the greatest impact for its students, educators and school community.

The donation is the result of SRP Federal Credit Union’s Investing in Education initiative. Rooted in the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People,” the initiative celebrates the possibilities created when schools and communities come together in support of students.

Supporting schools across Aiken, Allendale, Barnwell, Burke, Columbia, Edgefield, Jefferson, Lincoln, McDuffie, and Richmond counties, the Investing in Education initiative reflects SRP’s longtime commitment to uplifting education in the communities it serves. SRP recently celebrated a $3 million donation milestone in its Affinity Debit Card Program, which benefits more than 40 local high schools and Augusta Technical College.

“SRP is proud to give back to our community,” said Liz Ponder, Chief Executive Officer of SRP Federal Credit Union. “With today’s investment, we wanted to be able to pour into the minds of our youth. Financial education is the foundation of what we do, and this is an expansion on that foundation.”

Dr. Charlene Heard, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Schools for the Aiken County Public School District, said the donations will help support a variety of school needs.

"We are incredibly grateful to SRP Federal Credit Union for its generous investment in our elementary schools and its unwavering commitment to the students we serve,” said Heard. “This investment empowers our principals to respond directly to the unique needs of their schools and create meaningful opportunities through instructional resources, hands-on learning, and enrichment experiences. More than a financial contribution, this is an investment in our students, our educators, and our shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and strengthen our communities."

Representatives of schools and school districts across the CSRA join SRP Federal Credit Union leaders in a check presentation for local elementary schools.

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SRP AVP Pam Frazier donates blood at SRP's Q3 Blood Drive.

Up to 147 Local Lives Saved from SRP Community Blood Drive During Nationwide Blood Shortage

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August 12, 2026

North Augusta, SC – SRP Federal Credit Union hosted a blood drive in collaboration with Shepeard Community Blood Center on August 4, helping to provide relief during a national blood supply crisis declared by the American Red Cross.

55 participants donated a total of 49 pints, enough to save up to 147 local lives. Donors had the opportunity to give blood in Shepeard’s mobile donation units at SRP’s Administrative Campus or donate at any of Shepeard’s donor centers throughout the week.

SRP Federal Credit Union and Shepeard Community Blood Center collaborate quarterly to host community blood drives. SRP employees, members, and the local community come together in support of patients throughout the CSRA. In 2025, the four SRP Community Blood Drives resulted in enough donations to save up to 267 lives.

“I choose to donate because one simple act of kindness can have an extraordinary impact,” said Pamela Frazier, SRP Federal Credit Union AVP. “A single blood donation can bring hope where there is fear, strength where there is weakness, and the gift of tomorrow for someone facing a life-threatening situation. Knowing that my donation makes a difference is all the reason I need and reminds me that the greatest gifts are often the ones we give of ourselves.”

A man donates blood inside a mobile unit. — Ryan Trapp, SRP Director of Consumer Deposit Operations, donates at SRP's blood drive. "I am proud to give a small part of myself to help save local lives and support our community in need," he said.

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Crayons, notebooks, backpacks, and other school supplies fill a conference room at SRP Federal Credit Union. SRP employees donated the supplies for the United Way Stuff the Bus campaign.

SRP Ambassadors Support Local K-12 Students in United Way’s Stuff the Bus Drive

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July 23, 2026

Augusta, GA – Through donated school supplies and volunteer efforts, SRP Federal Credit Union employees, known internally as ambassadors, made a meaningful impact during United Way of the CSRA's 2026 Stuff the Bus school supply drive. United Way's annual Stuff the Bus campaign collects school supplies to help local K–12 students begin the school year with the tools they need to succeed.

Backpacks, notebooks, art supplies, writing utensils, calculators, and more filled donation bins at SRP's branches and administrative campus throughout the July drive. The company-wide initiative concluded with a volunteer day at the Salvation Army Kroc Center, where SRP ambassadors sorted, labeled, and packed school supplies for distribution to local K–12 students.

“We are incredibly grateful to SRP Federal Credit Union for showing what true community partnership looks like,” said Brittany Burnett, President and CEO of United Way of the CSRA. “Their team didn’t just give—they showed up, volunteered, and helped make Stuff the Bus a success for so many of our local students. Because of SRP, children across our community will start the school year with the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed. We are so grateful for SRP for investing in their future.”

SRP CEO Liz Ponder sorts school supplies. — SRP CEO Liz Ponder works alongside fellow SRP executives to pack boxes full of school supply donations. SRP ambassadors donated a variety of school supplies for all K-12 grade levels.

SRP Community Impact Manager Lonzo Smith, whose team organized SRP’s efforts, said every donation helps relieve some of the financial pressure families experience during the back-to-school season.

“For SRP, Stuff the Bus is about making sure local students start the school year feeling prepared, confident, and ready to learn,” said Smith. “As a community-focused credit union, we understand that something as simple as a backpack, notebook, or pack of pencils can make a big difference for a family. This campaign gives us an opportunity to come together as employees, ambassadors, members, and neighbors to invest in the future of our community's children.”

Guided by the credit union philosophy of People Helping People, SRP Federal Credit Union is committed to uplifting education across the 10 counties it serves. Smith said the Stuff the Bus campaign demonstrated a strong spirit of generosity among SRP ambassadors.

“When hundreds of people come together for a common cause, the impact ripples throughout the community,” said Smith. “Students benefit, families benefit, teachers benefit, and ultimately, our entire community is stronger because we're helping create opportunities for young people to thrive.”

SRP Human Resources Manager Jennifer Turman helps pack school supply donations for delivery to the Salvation Army Kroc Center Augusta, where United Way sorted donations for distribution.

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Representatives of the SRP Foundation and Christ Central Aiken and Graniteville hold a ceremonial check for $10,000, representing a donation for Christ Central's GED programming.

SRP Foundation Donates $10,000 to Support Local GED Program

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July 2, 2026

North Augusta, SC – The SRP Foundation Board of Directors presented Christ Central Aiken and Graniteville with a $10,000 grant on Thursday, June 25, providing vital support for the organization’s Fast Track GED Program.

Established in 2011 to help adults earn their high school equivalency credential, Christ Central’s Fast Track GED Program provides preparation for General Educational Development (GED) tests. Christ Central offers the program at no cost to participants, alleviating the financial barriers that often prevent adults from returning to school.

Since its inception, the program has helped over 600 adults earn their high school equivalency credential.

“That number represents far more than diplomas,” said Roy Geiselhart, President of the Board of Directors for the SRP Foundation. “It represents individuals who chose not to give up, families whose futures were changed, and opportunities that may not have otherwise existed.”

The SRP Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization, is governed by a board comprised of active and former SRP Federal Credit Union executives, leaders, and volunteers. Reflecting community initiatives within SRP Federal Credit Union, the Foundation is committed to uplifting education, housing, healthcare, and human services in the CSRA.

“The SRP Foundation views today’s contribution not simply as a donation, but as an investment in people and in the future of our communities. We are proud to partner with an organization that has demonstrated such a lasting and measurable impact,” said Geiselhart.

Linda Coffin, Fast Track GED Program coordinator at Christ Central Aiken and Graniteville, said the funds will help support a variety of needs within the program.

“Thank you for trusting Christ Central with helping to further the education of adults in the CSRA,” said Coffin to the SRP Foundation. “Your grant will allow us to purchase GED books, calculators, practice tests and actual final tests for many students in our area. We’ll even be able to have snacks on hand for those who come straight from work to our tutoring sessions. I was proud to be a member of SRPFCU and see my institution care about changing the path for people who have gotten off track. Our students’ futures look brighter because of your involvement.”

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About the SRP Foundation

The SRP Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to creating long-term impact throughout the communities it serves. Building on the values and community commitment of SRP Federal Credit Union, the SRP Foundation focuses on education, housing, healthcare, and human services. Through strategic partnerships and thoughtful stewardship, the SRP Foundation works to expand opportunity, strengthen communities, and improve quality of life for individuals and families across the region. By supporting programs that remove barriers and open pathways forward, the SRP Foundation helps individuals build stability, pursue growth, and achieve lasting success. For more information, please contact info@srpfoundation.org.

SRP representatives join the Edgefield County Board of Education and Strom Thurmond High School principal in a check presentation ceremony.

Strom Thurmond High School receives over $39,000 from SRP Affinity Debit Card Program

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June 11, 2026

Johnston, SC – SRP Federal Credit Union leaders presented the Edgefield County Board of Education with a ceremonial check for nearly $40,000 at the board meeting on Tuesday, June 9, reflecting a year of support for Strom Thurmond High School in the SRP Affinity Debit Card Program.

Totaling $39,403.80, the donation represents the program’s 2025 proceeds for STHS—bringing the school’s lifetime proceeds to nearly $200,000.

SRP Federal Credit Union launched the SRP Affinity Debit Card Program in 2018 to help support local high schools with funding. The program has expanded since its inception to include 45 high schools, as well as Augusta Technical College, across the CSRA.

Every time an SRP member uses an SRP Affinity Debit Card, the credit union donates funds to the school designated on the card. Schools have full discretion over the funds, allowing them to address a variety of needs. Past donations have supported technology upgrades, team uniforms, school equipment, teacher certifications, and more.

Kristin Risher, principal of STHS, said receiving funding support through the SRP Affinity Debit Card Program gives the school the flexibility to innovate and support crucial programs and resources.

"These funds directly impact our daily culture by powering our R.E.B.S. Rewards student incentive program, supporting staff development and recognition to ensure high-quality instruction daily, providing critical resources for families in poverty, and helping to continue the forward movement of our unique career academy model to provide career-related experiences that reach beyond classroom walls,” said Risher. “The SRP Affinity Debit Card Program isn't just funding our school; it is actively investing in our future!"

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