Impact is what inspires us
Gold Coast Federal Credit Union and Education Foundation of Palm Beach County
Supporting classrooms with supplies for success
During a volunteer event at Education Foundation of Palm Beach County, Elan and Gold Coast Federal Credit Union staff surprised the non-profit with an additional $5,000 gift to further their inspiring work. The $17,500 total donation will support the Red Apple Supplies program and will ensure that 53 classrooms are stocked with educational supplies.
The Education Foundation of Palm Beach County supports one of the most important parts of a community: public schools. In 2021 alone, their Red Apple Supplies program distributed classroom materials to 193,000 students and 12,000 teachers across 186 public schools in the Palm Beach County School District free of charge.

"One of the hallmarks of the credit union industry is involvement in the community and working with charities. In 2021, we established the Gold Coast Cares initiative and selected Education Foundation of Palm Beach County as one of our signature partners."
Steve Bush, President and CEO of Gold Coast FCU

Elan staff Kaitlin Schlick and Christine Tran add a book covering topics
like money management and financial wellness to a teacher’s order.

Staff from Elan, GCFCU, and the EFPBC prepare to fill orders from the
warehouse packing supplies.

GCFCU staff and board members pack free supplies for educators to pick
up.

Elan staff member Anne Schultz, shops for backpacks and classroom
supplies.

A shopping cart ready to be packed for pick-up includes items like markers,
erasers, and notebooks.

Carter Maysilles, GCFCU marketing director, packs binders, copy paper, and
paper towel into boxes for educators and students.

Educators and students receive materials from Red Apple Supplies free of
charge. This classroom saved nearly $500 thanks to generous donations and community
support!

GCFCU president and CEO, Steve Bush, checks off items on his order
list.
We encourage you to learn more about our credit union partners, their selected organizations, and if you feel so inspired — how to get involved. Connect with us on LinkedIn and check back for upcoming volunteer opportunities in your area.