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CONGRATULATIONSAFCU 2011 Scholarship Recipients!

Self-disciplined, ambitious, hard-working, and dedicated are just a few words that describe the 2011 scholarship recipients.

Leanna Elaine Reddish graduated from Wayne County High School. She is the daughter of Mickey and Elaine Reddish and plans to attend Valdosta State University in Valdosta, Georgia.

Jordyn Alexis Nichols graduated from Lake Placid High School. She is the daughter of Ellis Lee and Judith Nichols. Jordyn plans to

attend North Country Community College in Saranac Lake, New York.

Kalee Elizabeth Woodard graduated from Long County High School. She is the daughter of Marcus

Woodard and Vanessa Horne. Kalee plans to attend Georgia Southern University in Statesboro, Georgia.

All three recipients are long time membersof Altamaha Federal Credit Union. We arevery impressed with what these ladies have accomplished and wish them the very best with their higher learning. Altamaha Federal Credit Union extends a special thanks to all who applied for the scholarships. We wish all the graduates a bright and fulfilling career.

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HOLIDAY CLOSINGS: INDEPENDENCE DAY – SATURDAY, JULY 2, 2011 AND MONDAY, JULY 4, 2011LABOR DAY – SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2011 AND MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2011

LOAN UP to $1,200.0012 months 12% Annual Percentage Rate(Estimated Payments $109/Month)

Until August 31/11Call us now for more information!Some Restrictions Apply

Ludowici (912) 545-3257

Jesup (912) 427-8924

Screven (912) 579-2767

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4.99% 6 monthintroductory rate

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EARN SCORECARD REWARDSGo to www.altamaha.org to apply!

Kalee Elizabeth Woodard, Jordyn Alexis Nichols, Leanna Elaine Reddish.

MAIN OFFICEP.O. Box 490 • 407 S. First Street

Jesup, GA 31598 • (912) 427-8924Lobby Hours: Mon. – Fri. 9 to 5

Drive-Thru Hours: Mon. – Fri. 7:30 to 5

Weekend Drive-Thru Hours: Sat. 9–1

LUDOWICI BRANCHP.O. Box 189 • 442 E. Cypress Street

Ludowici, GA 31316 • (912) 545-3257Lobby & Drive-Thru Hours: Mon. – Wed. 9 to 5

Thurs. – Fri. 9 to 6

SCREVEN BRANCHP.O. Box 10 • 217 West J.L. Tyre Street Screven, GA 31560 • (912) 579-2767

Board of DirectorsHarold Spires, Morris J. Phillips, Ronnie Jones,Barbara Lane, Ivalene Miles, Marvin Deloach,

and Bob Fox

Supervisory CommitteeBob Fox, Hinson Mosley & Debbie Priester

Jesup Staff Brenda Davidson Cheryl Reddish Nancy Stanley Linda Cochran Levada Dancer Alexis Harrison Lanita Horne Gail Pye Lori Moore Luree Moore Kathy Swain Rita Hayes Virginia Strickland Kay Aske Judit Gonsalez Erica Woods Mary Ann Austin Allison Lairsey Jennifer Gravley Alicia Taylor

Ludowici Staff Christy Wingate Andrea Gordon Wanda Evans Stephanie Dent

Screven StaffKelli Collier, Nicole Flowers & Sonya Boatright

Audio Response 24/7

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SAFE & SOUND The Service You Want. The Security You Need.

• Financiallysolidsince1955.• Depositsfederallyinsuredupto $250,000. • Accesstomorethan4,300shared branches.

Altamaha Federal Credit Union is a member owned, not-for-profit financial institution that provides members with a place to save money, get reasonable rates on loans, and receive a level of service not available at other financial institutions. We operate under the philosophy, “not for profit, not for charity, but for service” and cooperate with other credit unions instead of compete.

At AFCU we are proud to serve our members effectively with a high level of confidence.

GO GREEN! ENROLL IN E-STATEMENTS TODAY!

You don’t have to have a lot of money to help save the environment. Cutting back on the amount of paper you use can contribute significantly to the cause, and you can help by signing up for e-Statements through Altamaha Federal Credit Union.

By opting to receive e-Statements instead of paper statements, not only will you cut back significantly, but you’ll also receive your statements as soon as they are available – instead of waiting for the mail! And you’ll be able to easily access your statements online, 24 hours a day, without having to organize a messy paper trail. Everything is at your fingertips with the click of a mouse.

Going green has never been so easy!

Summer RecipesHere are two of our favorite family recipes. To submit yours, visit www.altamaha.org/recipes

BRENDA’S PEACHES AND CREAM3/4 cup milk • 3/4 cup self rising flour1/4 tsp salt • 1-3 1/8oz box instant vanilla pudding1 egg • vegetable cooking sprayMix the ingredients until smooth and preheat oven at 350. Pour batter into 9inch square pan coated with vegetable spray.29ozcanofpeachesdrained• 2 8oz packages of cream cheese (softened in microwave) • 1 cup of sugarPlace peaches over batter. In separate bowl mix cream cheese and sugar. Pour mixture over peaches, spread to cover peaches completely. Bake 35 minutes. Cool 45 minutes before serving.

IVALENE’S EASY BREAKFAST CASSEROLE6 slices bread • 1 lb. bulk sausage • 8 oz. medium or sharp cheese, grated • 8 eggs • Salt & pepper to tasteGrease or spray with cooking spray a 13” x 9” baking.(Glass dishes work best.) Lay bread slices in bottom of dish. Brown bulk sausage in pan. Drain off fat and layer over bread in dish. Grate cheese and sprinkle over sausage. Beat the eggs with a small amount of milk, salt and pepper in mixing bowl. Pour egg mixture over layers in dish. Cover dish and refrigerate overnight. Next morning, bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

NOTE: You may use smoked ham chopped in small pieces, instead of sausage, add chopped onion and/or green bell pepper.

We have a fantastic, eager group of superheroes working at Altamaha Federal Credit Union who are anxious to help you with all your loan needs.

Jennifer Gravley is located in our Jesup Office. She began her credit union career in 1997. Jennifer has served in a variety of positions in the credit union: Member Service Representative, Screven Branch Manager, and now our Loan Department Manager.

Erica Woods is also located in our Jesup Office. Erica began working at AFCU in 2007; she began as a Member Service Representative and has been a Loan Officer since 2010.

Kelli Collier is Branch Manager of our Screven Branch and has been a Loan Officer with AFCU since 2009. She came to

work at AFCU with a background of credit union experience.

Christy Wingate serves as Branch Manager of our Long County office in Ludowici. She has been with AFCU since 2005. Christy has served in many capacities starting with Member Service Representative. She is now a Senior Loan Officer while serving as Branch Manager.

It is the desire of Altamaha Federal Credit Union to help you, our members with your financial needs.

You can contact a lending superhero at the following numbers:• Jennifer – 427-8924• Erica – 427-8924• Kelli – 579-2767• Christy – 545-3257Left to Right: Jennifer, Erica, Kelli, Christy

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