AUGUSTA, GA – Georgia's Own Credit Union, one of Georgia's leading financial institutions, has been named the preferred banking partner of Augusta University Athletics, underscoring its commitment to the Augusta community. The partnership is an elevation of an existing relationship with Georgia's Own, formerly known as Health Center Credit Union (HCCU).  The credit union has been a proud supporter of Augusta University Athletics for many years and the new partnership will help build support for college athletics not only in Augusta but across the state of Georgia.
 
Georgia's Own Credit Union will be the presenting sponsor for the AU Athletics Student-Athlete of the Month. The multifaceted partnership also includes prominent branding throughout university athletic venues, special events, online channels and social media, as well as the ability to provide banking services to athletics fans, donors, students, and the surrounding community.
 
"Health Center Credit Union (HCCU) has been a proud supporter of Augusta University Athletics for many years, and we are thrilled to elevate our partnership even further in 2024 under the banner of Georgia's Own Credit Union," said Stacy A. Tallent, Region President of Georgia's Own Credit Union. "Our recent consolidation with Georgia's Own has allowed us to amplify our outreach and we are especially excited to support these student-athletes and the AU community in this way. Go Jags!"
 
"Our team is excited about the enhanced partnership with Georgia's Own Credit Union," said Director of Athletics Ryan Erlacher. "They are fantastic to work with and support some of the top sports programs throughout the state of Georgia. Their service, product, and tradition of goodwill make a difference for so many throughout our community. It's always great to have a partner whose mission of serving others aligns with our own. We are extremely fortunate to have Georgia's Own joining Jaguar Nation and we look forward to growing this relationship for years to come."
 
About Georgia's Own Credit Union
Georgia's Own Credit Union has been a source of full-service banking and financial solutions for Georgians since 1934. Because it's owned by and reports to its members (instead of stockholders), the not-for-profit institution is able to provide lower loan rates and fewer and lower fees than what is typically found in the market, all of which amounts to significant savings for families across the state. The 90-year-old credit union serves the Augusta area, metro Atlanta, Savannah, Southeast Georgia, and Albany and its surrounding areas through its 35 branch locations, contact centers, 24/7 phone banking, as well as its mobile, tablet and online banking platforms. Visit georgiasown.org to discover more about their products and services.