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Navy Federal Credit Union Now Operates Department of Defense Overseas Military Banking Facilities

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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Navy Federal Credit Union has officially started operating the Military Banking Facilities (MBF) overseas, known as "Community Bank."

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  • Navy Federal Credit Union has officially started operating the Military Banking Facilities (MBF) overseas, known as "Community Bank."
  • These MBFs are part of the Department of Defense (DoD) Overseas Military Banking Program.
  • MBFs overseas will now be co-branded as "Community Bank, Operated by Navy Federal Credit Union.”
    “The Overseas Military Banking Program fits our core values at Navy Federal and is consistent with our primary mission of supporting Active Duty military members and their families,” said Kara Cardona, COO of Navy Federal.
  • While Navy Federal Credit Union now operates these MBFs overseas, these institutions will remain as separate entities.

Zero Gravity Corporation Announces Appointment of New CEO, Kevin Sproge

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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EXPLORATION PARK, Fla., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Zero Gravity Corporation ("Zero-G"), the world leader in zero gravity flights, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Sproge as its Chief Executive Officer. Sproge is a former U.S. Navy Test Pilot who retired from Active Duty in 2018. His prior roles include Head of Commercial Astronaut Training at Blue Origin and Director of Safety and Mission Assurance for Sierra Space's Space Destinations Business Sector.

Key Points: 
  • Zero Gravity Corporation ("Zero-G"), the world leader in zero gravity flights, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Sproge as its Chief Executive Officer.
  • Sproge is a former U.S. Navy Test Pilot who retired from Active Duty in 2018.
  • EXPLORATION PARK, Fla., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Zero Gravity Corporation ("Zero-G"), the world leader in zero gravity flights, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Sproge as its Chief Executive Officer.
  • Sproge is a former U.S. Navy Test Pilot who retired from Active Duty in 2018.

Navy Federal to Offer Paycheck Relief to Members Impacted by Government Shutdown

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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Navy Federal Credit Union announced today it is offering a paycheck assistance program , providing an advance on direct deposit for eligible members impacted in the event of a government shutdown.

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  • Navy Federal Credit Union announced today it is offering a paycheck assistance program , providing an advance on direct deposit for eligible members impacted in the event of a government shutdown.
  • This program is available for all Active Duty servicemembers, Federal government employees and contractors who are paid directly by the Federal government whose pay will be affected by the shutdown, and have direct deposit set up with Navy Federal for their paycheck.
  • Navy Federal will continue to accept registration for the program until 3 business days after the scheduled pay day.
  • “In the event of a government shutdown, we want to provide our members with peace of mind," said Pete Amstutz, senior vice president of savings and membership at Navy Federal.

Navy Federal Credit Union Donates $100,000 Through Its Dollars for Doers Grant Program

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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Navy Federal Credit Union announced today it is donating $100,000 to local nonprofit organizations across the country through its Dollars for Doers grant program.

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  • Navy Federal Credit Union announced today it is donating $100,000 to local nonprofit organizations across the country through its Dollars for Doers grant program.
  • A nomination-based program driven by employee engagement, the Dollars for Doers program awards 100 grants at $1,000 each to qualified nonprofits where employees volunteer their time.
  • In addition to Dollars for Doers, the credit union also empowers employees to champion their communities by providing 8 hours of paid volunteer leave annually through its Operation: Give Back program.
  • Visit the Navy Federal blog to read more about how some of this year’s nonprofit recipients are putting their grant to use to benefit their communities.

Navy Federal Partners With United States Navy Memorial to Support and Honor Servicemembers

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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Navy Federal Credit Union , a member-owned credit union for 90 years, is partnering with the United States Navy Memorial (USNM) for a multi-year sponsorship of the organization’s Veteran Visitor Program .

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  • Navy Federal Credit Union , a member-owned credit union for 90 years, is partnering with the United States Navy Memorial (USNM) for a multi-year sponsorship of the organization’s Veteran Visitor Program .
  • The Navy Memorial Veteran Group Visit Program provides personalized visits based on the wishes of each Veteran group whenever they visit the memorial.
  • Navy Federal’s sponsorship provides funding to the program to help maintain upkeep of the memorial, which celebrated its 35th anniversary last year.
  • “We’re immensely grateful to partner with Navy Federal to support our Veteran Visitors and military communities,” said Frank Thorp IV, president and CEO of United States Navy Memorial.

U.S. Army Reserve campaign spotlights careers in the U.S. Army Reserve, with 3 new promotional assets

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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WASHINGTON, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Army announced three additional brand films to support the "It's Your Time" campaign to communicate the vast possibilities of service in the U.S. Army Reserve. "It's Your Time"—originally released in April—aims to educate motivated, career-driven, and youth of all backgrounds about the part-time pathway to service through civilian and military lifestyles of Army Reserve Soldiers.

Key Points: 
  • "It's Your Time" modernizes Army Reserve marketing efforts to create a breakthrough campaign for prospective Soldiers.
  • WASHINGTON, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Army announced three additional brand films to support the "It's Your Time" campaign to communicate the vast possibilities of service in the U.S. Army Reserve.
  • The new campaign reveals the tangible ways Army Reserve Soldiers can level up their skill sets with added benefits of training, education, and flexibility.
  • The lines represent the dual pursuit of U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers, simultaneously excelling in Army service and their civilian careers.

Team RWB Enlists BMW of North America as Presenting Partner for the 2023 Old Glory Relay

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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ATLANTA, May 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) announced today that BMW of North America has been named the presenting sponsor of the 2023 Old Glory Relay in support of military veterans’ health and wellness.

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  • ATLANTA, May 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) announced today that BMW of North America has been named the presenting sponsor of the 2023 Old Glory Relay in support of military veterans’ health and wellness.
  • The Old Glory Relay is an annual event hosted by Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) , a nonprofit organization forging America’s leading health and wellness community for veterans.
  • Since 2020, BMW of North America has been the official vehicle of the Old Glory Relay, offering specially designed support vehicles to lead participants along the route.
  • “BMW is proud to expand our partnership with team RWB in support of America’s veterans,” said Shaun Bugbee, Executive Vice President of Operations, BMW of North America.

Navy Federal Encourages Healthy Saving Habits Within the Military Community

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Monday, April 24, 2023
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To kick off Military Saves Week, Navy Federal Credit Union continues its 16-year partnership with Military Saves , a component of America Saves, by prompting the military community to declare their savings goals and " Take the Pledge. "

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  • To kick off Military Saves Week, Navy Federal Credit Union continues its 16-year partnership with Military Saves , a component of America Saves, by prompting the military community to declare their savings goals and " Take the Pledge. "
  • Navy Federal and Military Saves strive to encourage healthy saving habits, tips and resources for all—no matter where they are in their savings journey.
  • During the weeklong campaign, April 24-28, specific themes will be dedicated to each day that focus on financial readiness: Saving Automatically, Saving for the Unexpected, Saving for Major Milestones, Paying Down Debt Is Saving and Saving at Any Age.
  • In addition, military community members are encouraged to “ Take the Pledge ” through Military Saves to help ignite their savings goals and establish strong savings habits.

New campaign spotlights careers in the U.S. Army Reserve

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Thursday, April 20, 2023
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WASHINGTON, April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Army announced a new marketing campaign exclusively focused on opportunities for young people to accelerate their professional and personal goals in the U.S. Army Reserve. "It's Your Time" aims to educate motivated, career-driven youth of all backgrounds about this part-time pathway to service by introducing the complementary civilian and military lifestyles of Army Reserve Soldiers. The launch is timed to the Army Reserve's 115th birthday and complements the Army's continued efforts to spotlight the possibilities of service.

Key Points: 
  • "It's Your Time" modernizes Army Reserve marketing efforts to create a breakthrough campaign for prospective Soldiers.
  • WASHINGTON, April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Army announced a new marketing campaign exclusively focused on opportunities for young people to accelerate their professional and personal goals in the U.S. Army Reserve.
  • "'It's Your Time' was created to increase understanding of the capabilities the Army Reserve has to offer that not only contribute to Army readiness but help advance Soldiers' Army and civilian careers."
  • The new campaign reveals the tangible ways Army Reserve Soldiers level up their skill sets with added benefits of training, education, and flexibility.

Trident University International Expands Its Military Success Scholarship to Graduate and Transfer Students

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Friday, December 23, 2022
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CHANDLER, Ariz., Dec. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trident University International (Trident) is pleased to announce the latest updates to its Military Success Scholarship (MSS) for undergraduate, graduate, and transfer students.

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  • Trident is set to expand its Military Success Scholarship for the military fiscal year 2023.
  • In addition to the undergraduate level, this scholarship is now open to eligible graduate and transfer students.
  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Dec. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trident University International (Trident) is pleased to announce the latest updates to its Military Success Scholarship (MSS) for undergraduate, graduate, and transfer students.
  • Founded in 1998, Trident University International is a member of the American InterContinental University System, which is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org).