▲ Pictured in the photo, L to R: Felicia Wagner, Cobb Schools Foundation, Executive Director; Michelle Dobbins, Credit Union of Georgia, VP of Marketing; Don Baker, Cobb County School District, Director of Athletics; Brian Albrecht, Credit Union of Georgia, President/CEO; Amanda Arnold, Credit Union of Georgia, Director of Community Outreach
The Credit Union of Georgia Community Foundation is excited to announce a new partnership with the Cobb Schools Foundation, aimed at empowering students through innovative programs that merge financial literacy with real-world scenarios.
“We’re identifying the gaps in our communities and figuring out how to fill them, said President/CEO of Credit Union of Georgia and Credit Union of Georgia Community Foundation. “This partnership with the Cobb Schools Foundation is a natural extension of our mission to support education and community well-being.”
Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, the partnership will focus on celebrating school spirit while reinforcing the importance of teamwork, leadership, and community involvement. The goal is to prepare the next generation not only to earn but to thrive by understanding the principles of budgeting, resilience, and strategic thinking — all through engaging and familiar activities like sports.
“This is going to be a big opportunity for us to make a larger impact on our youth and help provide basic life skills that are not always provided in standard curriculums,” said VP of Marketing and Foundation board member, Michelle Dobbins. “We want this to be fun and exciting while showing the connection to sports, financial literacy, and positive emotional intelligence.”
This partnership will include creative programs that integrate lessons with sports to help youth develop stronger discipline, resilience, and strategic decision-making. These efforts aim to lead to better financial outcomes and emotional well-being for students.
“We want to emphasize this community driven approach,” said Director of Community Outreach, Amanda Arnold. “Our employees drive our impact by volunteering, fundraising, and leading community out reach. We encourage them to champion causes they care about, making our efforts truly community driven.”
This collaboration reflects the Credit Union of Georgia Community Foundation’s commitment to building a stronger, healthier, and more informed community. By working together, the foundation and the Cobb Schools Foundation aim to create lasting, positive changes in the lives of students and their families.
For more information about the Credit Union of Georgia Community Foundation and how to get involved and donate today, visit cuofga.org/foundation.
