Community First Insider: April 2025 Edition

90 Years of Community, Plus the Next Giveaway!
Thanks to you, we’re celebrating 90 incredible years! While our $1,935 giveaway has wrapped up, we’re keeping the excitement going with a brand-new contest.

Want to explore the Zoo all year long? Enter for a chance to win a Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Heart of the Zoo (Explorer) Membership. Submit your entry between April 1st and April 30th.

Congratulations to the Zoo!
Speaking of the Zoo, we’re incredibly proud that our friends at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens have been recognized by USA TODAY as one of the best zoos in the country. They have proudly earned the #4 spot on the list! Having such a world-class institution in our community is truly something to celebrate.

Join us for a Movie at Neptune Beach!
In Partnership with Neptune Beach, join us on Friday, April 11th, for Movies with the Mayor at Jarboe Park! Enjoy a special screening of Peter Rabbit, along with delicious bites from local food trucks and a fun-filled Eco-Egg Hunt hosted by Beaches Go Green. The event at Neptune Beach kicks off at 6:00 PM with food and dessert trucks, followed by the Eco-Egg Hunt at 6:30 PM. As the sun sets, get cozy with your blankets and chairs for the movie screening at 8:00 PM.

Clay County Fair

Get ready for 11 days of fun! The Clay County Agricultural Fair returns April 3rd–13th, continuing a beloved Northeast Florida tradition since 1987.

With its "A Family A*Fair" theme, this annual event brings the community together with exciting exhibits, hands-on agricultural experiences, thrilling midway rides, and live entertainment from national and local performers.

Whether you’re exploring farm life up close, enjoying delicious fair food, or singing along to your favorite artists, there’s something for everyone.

Historic LaVilla

Community First Credit Union is proud to play a leading role in securing LaVilla’s place on the National Register of Historic Places!

As Jacksonville’s oldest neighborhood, LaVilla is a cornerstone of music, arts, and culture. It has a vibrant story of resilience and creativity that deserves to be preserved and celebrated.

With deep roots in this historic district, including our headquarters, we are honored to work alongside city leaders and community partners to protect its rich legacy.

City Rescue Mission

Since 1946, City Rescue Mission has been a vital support system for individuals in Northeast Florida facing homelessness, hunger, and substance abuse. What began as a mission to provide “soup, soap, and salvation” has grown into a safe haven offering food, clothing, shelter, transitional housing, and recovery programs. This life-changing work is made possible by the generosity of individuals, churches, businesses, and organizations committed to helping those in need.

Our volunteers had the opportunity to assist at the City Rescue Mission Thrift Store, where they worked to sort through generous community donations, ensuring that each item was properly organized and prepared for sale.

Learn more how you can support their mission on their website.

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