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New Rendering Shows Stunning USF CU Winter Park Branch
Get a first look inside our new Winter Park branch. Opening April 2026 with local art, modern digital tools, and a welcoming, member-first design.
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USF CU Roundtable with Rep. Bilirakis Highlights Opportunities for Credit Unions
USF CU and local credit union leaders met with Rep. Gus Bilirakis to discuss AI, cybersecurity, and what it takes to keep financial services people first.
USF CU Helps Uncover Estimated $6M in Taxpayer Savings
USF Credit Union volunteers used secure AI and human verification to review 1,200+ pages and help Hillsborough County achieve an estimated $6M in taxpayer savings.
USF CU’s Board Chair Dr. Rick Will Named 2025 CUES Distinguished Director
USF Credit Union Board Chair Dr. Rick Will has been named the 2025 CUES Distinguished Director Award honoree, honoring exceptional credit union leadership nationwide.
USF CU Opening New, Cutting-Edge Branch in Central Florida
Discover USF Credit Union’s first-of-its-kind branch opening in Winter Park, Florida in Spring 2026.
USF Credit Union Wins Digital Growth Award for Innovation!
USF Credit Union has been honored with the 2025 Digital Growth Award by the World Council of Credit Unions for its member-first innovations like Buy Now, Pay Later (Flex Pay) and Plan Your Purchase.
Yes, That’s USF Credit Union in Forbes and Fortune - Here’s Why!
See how we’re redefining credit unions in 2025 and opening membership to everyone.
USF CU Wins 2025 Sterling Sustained Excellence Award
USF Credit Union has received Florida’s 2025 Governor’s Sterling Sustained Excellence Award, honoring our long-term commitment to performance, service, and member-focused innovation.
USF CU CEO Rick Skaggs Receives Distinguished Citizen Award
USF Credit Union CEO Rick Skaggs was honored with the prestigious Distinguished Citizen Award at the University of South Florida’s Spring 2025 Commencement.
USF Credit Union Named Top Workplace – Again!
Another win! USF Credit Union has been named one of the Top 100 Workplaces in Tampa Bay by the Tampa Bay Times.
USF Credit Union Honored as Top Workplace by USA Today
We’ve got some exciting news - USF Credit Union has been recognized as a 2025 USA TODAY Top Workplace!
USF CU Opens New, State-of-the-Art Branch in Citrus Park
Discover the all-new USF Credit Union branch in Citrus Park!
USF CU Launches National Financial Literacy Case Study
USF CU plays a key role in developing a national credit union-focused case study with Velera and 3DE by Junior Achievement, aiming to enhance financial literacy and understanding of credit unions in high school curriculums across the nation.
USF CU CEO Speaks at Bill Signing
The bill grants credit unions the ability to accept deposits from qualified public depositories.
USF CU Supports USF With $1 Million Gift
Gift supports scholarships and student/alumni programming.
USF CU Plays Key Role in Conference
USF CU President and CEO Richard J. Skaggs was chosen to deliver the keynote address.
USF CU Donates $20,000 In Ukrainian Aid
The funds will help to mitigate impacts to Ukraine's credit unions.
USF CU Receives CDFI Designation
USF CU is now certified as a community development financial institution (CDFI).
USF CU Donates $25,000 to Florida Hospitals
The donations will provide hospitals in West Central Florida with much-needed supplies and equipment.
USF CU Named Credit Union of the Year
The honor recognizes the credit union for maintaining sound finances, caring for its members and giving back to the community.
USF CU Wins State’s Top Award for Performance
The credit union was honored this week with Florida’s top award for the way it conducts business.
USF CU Processes $15 Million in Paycheck Protection Loans
Helping 2,400+ employees of small businesses in the Tampa Bay area.
USF CU Donates $10,000 to Tampa General Hospital
The funding will go towards the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to provide families with front-facing baby carriers for newborns.
USF CU Offers $205,000 in Scholarships
USF CU is establishing new scholarships and expanding existing ones.
Hurricane Michael Update
USF CU is donating an additional $25,000 to the Southeastern Credit Union Foundation.
USF CU Donates $10,000 for Hurricane Relief
The funds will assist credit unions in and around Panama City that were heavily damaged by Hurricane Michael.
Forbes Names USF CU #1 CU in Florida
USF CU took the top spot in the state of Florida.