JACKSONVILLE, Fla. From Jacksonville to Orlando and beyond, thousands of Floridians and Georgians joined VyStar Credit Union this October to celebrate community, generosity, and connection through its award-winning “Good Is Everywhere” campaign.
The month-long initiative brought together VyStar members, employees, and community partners in a collective effort to “Do Good”, transforming everyday moments into extraordinary acts of service.
As part of the celebration, VyStar showed appreciation to its members with free experiences at local attractions, including museums, science centers, concerts, and sporting events. But the campaign went far beyond perks; it became a movement of community action.
VyStar employees volunteered at more than 200 events across Florida and Georgia, donating time and talent to support nonprofits and families in need. Projects ranged from home renovations for residents with developmental differences at Pine Castle in Jacksonville, to a pop-up food pantry for college students at Kennesaw State University in Atlanta, and STEM learning activities at the Walt Disney World Clubhouse of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida.
In recognition of these efforts, mayors from cities across the Southeast, including Jacksonville, Orlando, Tallahassee, Gainesville, Stockbridge, and Chatham County, came together to officially proclaim a “Good Is Everywhere Day,” honoring VyStar’s regional impact.
“Our employees don’t just volunteer, they uplift the very neighborhoods our members call home,” said Patricia McElroy, Senior Vice President and President of the VyStar Foundation. “Through ‘Good Is Everywhere,’ we empower every team member to take action that strengthens our communities. When we come together to serve, we create lasting change where it matters most.”
By the Numbers: A Month of Impact
- 8,253 volunteer hours completed by VyStar employees
- 216 volunteer events hosted across Florida and Georgia
- 30 free experiences offered to VyStar members and the public
- 20,776 free admissions to museums, venues, and attractions in partnership with community organizations
These figures underscore VyStar’s belief that when people unite for good, extraordinary things happen, and that community impact is at the heart of banking with purpose.
VyStar Credit Union is the second-largest credit union headquartered in Florida, serving more than 1 million members through 78 full-service branches across Florida and Georgia. With assets exceeding $14 billion and a workforce of over 2,300 employees, VyStar is a leading mortgage lender in Northeast Florida and a trusted partner in the communities it serves.
Membership is open to anyone living or working in 49 Florida counties and 29 Georgia counties, as well as current and former military members and their families worldwide. VyStar members enjoy access to 55,000 surcharge-free ATMs globally.