Pictured: Nick Jones, Member Solutions Manager and Kathy Platt, Little River Branch Manager
Carolina Trust Hosts Annual Leadership Conference
Carolina Trust recently hosted its Annual Leadership Conference, where the credit union’s management team discussed ways to improve leadership and service in the upcoming year.
Pictured: Employees at the 2023 Annual Leadership Conference
Scholarship Opportunities
Carolina Trust actively demonstrates the credit union philosophy People Helping People in the communities we serve. We are honored to partner with several organizations to provide deserving students with financial assistance to achieve their higher education goals.
We're proud to announce that for the second year, Carolina Trust will partner with the Carolinas Credit Union Foundation for the Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union Community Service Scholarship ($5,000.00) and the Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union Legacy Scholarship ($5,000.00).
In addition, Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union and Horry Telephone Cooperative, Inc. (HTC) have partnered to offer two scholarship awards to local graduating high school seniors who wish to continue their education at either Coastal Carolina University (CCU) or Francis Marion University (FMU). Two $5,000 scholarships will be awarded to rising college freshmen seeking a four-year degree from CCU or FMU.
Scammers are always looking for an easy way to trick you out of your personal and financial information. Catfishing is when people create fake profiles online to look like someone else. Usually it happens on dating sites.After starting a relationship with someone online, the scammer will start to ask for money, usually small amounts at first (following the foot-in-the-door tactic) for emergencies or to travel to visit the victim. Over time, these requests will get larger until the victim catches on and stops the relationship.Luckily, there are things you can do to protect yourself from catfishing or romance scams. Click herefor more details as well as additional fraud prevention tips and resources.
Just a friendly reminder, Carolina Trust representatives will not request your account information through text or over the phone.
WBTW Living Local Carolina
On the October Financial Friday Community Panel, Brand Ambassador, Always August was joined by special guests: Tim Carlisle, Carolina Trust, President/CEO; Christina Jackson, Director of the McLeod Health Foundation; and Nicole Spencer, Assistant Director of Oncology at McLeod Health to help us raise awareness for Breast Cancer and talk about McLeod’s upcoming Comprehensive Cancer Center.
During the month of October, employees raised awareness for Breast Cancer, Domestic Violence and Down Syndrome by wearing ribbons and apparel associated with each cause. In addition, the credit union donated to Caring in Our Lifetime, Family Justice Center of Georgetown and Horry Counties, and the Grand Strand Down Syndrome Society.
Pictured L to R: Dwight Boykin, Friend of the Credit Union; Karen Minogue, Supervisory Committee Member; Alan Rosensteel, Board Member; and Dal Avant, Board Member
Coastal Carolina University Homecoming Golf Tournament
Members of the Carolina Trust Board and Supervisory Committee had a fantastic time participating in the Coastal Carolina University Homecoming Golf Tournament.
Pictured L to R: Brittany Woodward, Conway Branch Manager; Andrea Chatland, Member Service Center Manager; Always August, Brand Ambassador
Conway Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting
Employees had a fantastic time at the Conway Chamber's Roaring Twenties theme annual meeting, learning more about the chamber's accomplishments over the past year and goals for the future.
Digital Wallet
Just tap and go. A fast, easy, and secure way to pay at checkout. Enjoy all the benefits of your Carolina Trust FCU VISA® Credit Card and Debit Card using Apple Pay®, Google Pay™, Samsung Pay®, Fitbit Pay™, or Garmin Pay™ on your smartphone or smartwatch.Click hereto find your preferred payment option so that you can start using your digital wallet at your favorite retailers, in apps, or online.
Coming Soon: Holiday Skip-A-Pay
To help provide some holiday relief, you may choose to skip your Carolina Trust loan payment during December 2023 or January 2024 for just $25.00*. Interest will continue to accrue on a skipped loan payment and other restrictions may apply. Additional details coming soon.
*Modified loans, mortgage loan, home equity loan/LOC, previously modified loan and VISA credit card payments are excluded. If it is a joint loan, both signatures are required before it is reviewed for approval. A payment cannot have been skipped on this loan within the past 12 months. The loan must not have been delinquent in the past twelve months and must be open for at least six months. Fee must be received before payment date will be changed.
Christmas Club Account
Consider opening a Carolina Trust Christmas Club accountto save for holiday expenses throughout the year while earning a competitive rate on your deposits. Monthly deposits may be made via direct deposit, payroll deduction, or at the Credit Union. Your Christmas Club balance will automatically transfer to your checking or savings account on November 1st.
Current Promotions
TruStage Auto and Home Insurance Program
Did you know that one of the benefits of your credit union membership is access to the TruStage™ Auto & Home Insurance program?
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Many members could save money.
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To learn more, you can get a free quote online or call to speak with a representative toll-free 1-855-589-2146.
Credit unions like ours make TruStage available because of our long-standing commitment to providing members with value, honesty and knowledgeable support. We strive to exceed your expectations every day, with every call, every question and every claim. Join more than 37 million consumers who rely on TruStage to help protect what matters most. As part of your financial planning, we invite you to discover how these products and programs might be right for you.
Auto and Home Insurance Products are issued by leading insurance companies. The insurance offered is not a deposit, and is not federally insured, sold, or guaranteed by any financial institution. Product and features may vary and not be available in all states.
Reminders
All branches will be closed on Thursday, November 23rd in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
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Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union, PO Box 780004, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29578, USA, 8434482133
