Suncoast Credit Union Foundation provides nearly $25,000 to Learning for Life Program
Southwest Florida Council, Learning for Life announces a charitable gift of $24,750 from the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation to provide character education to over 12,000 Lee County schools students across all demographics. The Learning For Life program continues through the 2025-2026 school year and these funds will help reach those students in title one schools, ensuring that more youth learn about character traits through education and career-oriented Learning for Life programs.
“We are so grateful to Suncoast Credit Union for their partnership with such a worthwhile program as Learning For Life. Students being taught character education and life skills will benefit their academic, social, and emotional development, fostering resilience, ethical behavior, and preparing them for a successful future,” said Melisa Giovannelli, VP Chair, Learning For Life.
“Character defines each of us to some degree as we navigate life and the many decisions along the way,” said Bob Hyde, Vice President of Impact for Suncoast Credit Union.”Being a part of a program that helps youth learn about character traits and how to develop a stronger toolkit in this important area of life is a good investment that benefits all of our community.”
Suncoast Credit Union, Florida’s largest credit union, founded the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation to promote the education, health and emotional well-being of children in the community. Each time a Suncoast member uses their debit or credit card; the credit union donates two cents to the Foundation to fund local initiatives. Since its inception in 1990, the Foundation has raised and donated over $45 million.
Incorporated in 1991 as a non-profit organization, Learning for Life is a character education program designed to support schools and community-based organizations in their efforts to prepare youth to successfully handle the complexities of our contemporary society. Our curriculum prepares students to enhance their self-confidence, motivation, and self-esteem. The program uses age-appropriate, grade-specific lesson plans to give youth skills and information that will help them make positive decisions for themselves, their families and their futures. It is the mission of Learning For Life to enable young people to become responsible individuals by teaching positive character traits, career development, leadership, and life skills so they can make ethical choices and achieve their life potential.
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