Episode 7: VyStar Values - At the Heart of Giving Back

VyCast Episode 7: VyStar Values - At the Heart of Giving Back

Featured Guest

Patricia McElroy

Patricia McElroy serves as President of the VyStar Foundation and a Senior Vice President at VyStar Credit Union, leading the philanthropic and community engagement efforts in each of the regions that VyStar serves. Throughout her career, Patti has worked to support nonprofit organizations and communities across the country and was previously a commercial litigator with a special focus in securities and banking. She is passionate about diverse and inclusive learning environments, the arts and community revitalization.

Highlights

  • VyStar Credit Union is deeply committed to giving back to the community through its support for various organizations and volunteer efforts.

  • Patricia McElroy, Senior Vice President of VyStar Community Engagement and President of VyStar Foundation, plays a key role in leading these efforts.

  • The organization supports over 330 nonprofit organizations across its footprint, emphasizing the importance of contributing to communities where there is a genuine need.

  • VyStar Foundation was created to amplify the impact of VyStar's community engagement, setting funding priorities and providing grants to support programming that aligns with these priorities. VyStar's philanthropic giving focuses on three pillars: military, youth and creative learning environments, and community building.

  • The Foundation has supported military organizations with grants of up to $20,000 and has recently shifted its focus to youth-related initiatives.

  • Organizations like Task Force Hydro1 are examples of groups that have had a significant impact on the community.

  • VyStar also supports various events and sponsorships, like Jax River Jams, to revitalize and energize downtown areas.

  • VyStar's approach to philanthropy, through volunteerism, sponsorships and the Foundation, fosters a deep sense of purpose and commitment to Do Good both within the organization and in the community.

  • The Foundation's website provides information for organizations seeking grants and shares inspiring stories of the impact of VyStar's philanthropy.

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