Envision Credit Union celebrates 70 years of community commitment with a special gift for educators: 70 cruises
TALLAHASSEE, FL (February 27, 2024) — Envision Credit Union, originally founded in 1954 by a group of teachers, stands as a pillar of financial stability serving the North Florida and South Georgia regions. The credit union is thrilled to announce 70 years of unwavering commitment to the community with a giveback that will help educators cruise through 2024. Envision Credit Union will present 70 deserving teachers within its service areas with a five-day, four-night cruise for two. This initiative is a special way to honor both past and present educators, recognizing their vital contributions to the credit union’s founding and continued success.
Community members are encouraged to participate in this celebration of educators by visiting www.Envision70.com and nominating teachers who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to their students and the community. Nominations for these cruise packages will be open through March 31, 2024.
“We are incredibly proud to celebrate 70 years of community commitment, and what better way to mark this milestone than by expressing our gratitude to the dedicated educators who play an instrumental role in shaping the future leaders of our community,” said Darryl Worrell, President and CEO at Envision Credit Union. “These 70 cruises that we are gifting to educators are a small token of our appreciation for the hard work and dedication demonstrated by teachers every day.”
The selection process will incorporate both community support and the expertise of a dedicated selection committee from Envision Credit Union. Envision Credit Union will employ a comprehensive rubric as part of the selection process to evaluate nominees. The assessment will be based on the following criteria:
- Level of Impact in the Community:
- Assessing the nominee’s influence and positive impact on the local community. 2. Going Above and Beyond the Call of Duty:
- Recognizing educators who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and have gone the extra mile in their roles.
- Innovation in Education:
- Acknowledging creative and innovative approaches to teaching that have positively affected students.
- Community Engagement:
- Evaluating involvement in community initiatives, events, or projects that contribute to the well-being of the community.
- Educational Leadership:
- Recognizing individuals who have shown leadership qualities within the educational system.
The winners of the 70 cruises will be announced during Teacher Appreciation Week, taking place from May 6-10, 2024. This weeklong celebration provides an ideal backdrop to honor the outstanding contributions of educators and announce these well-deserved recipients.
Envision Credit Union believes in the power of community and the transformative impact of education. This initiative is a testament to the credit union’s 70-year commitment to support and recognize the tireless efforts of educators who go above and beyond to inspire and shape the minds of the next generation.
To nominate a teacher for a chance to win one of the 70 cruises, please visit www.Envision70.com. Envision Credit Union encourages everyone to participate in recognizing and celebrating the educators who positively impact the lives of students and the community.
For more information on Envision Credit Union, please visit www.envisioncu.com/.
About Envision Credit Union
Founded in 1954 by Leon County educators, Envision Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial institution focused on providing personalized products and services of exceptional value to members at the lowest possible cost. Today, Envision serves more than 63,000 members across 19 counties in Florida and Georgia. With nearly $809 million in current assets, it maintains a strong focus on giving back to education-based initiatives and upholding the credit union philosophy of people helping people.
