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Breaking Barriers, Building Legacy: The NOFFCU Approach

Bond Studio LLC PROJECT
Breaking Barriers, Building Legacy: The NOFFCU Approach by Bond Studio LLC

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  • Breaking Barriers, Building Legacy: The NOFFCU Approach
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  • Bond Studio LLC

About This Project

Summary

As part of Beneficial State Foundation’s Bank Case Study Series, this documentary-style video spotlights New Orleans Firemen’s Federal Credit Union (NOFFCU) as a model of corporate social responsibility in action. Produced by Bond Studio, the story highlights how NOFFCU integrates social, racial, and economic equity into its business strategy, demonstrating that financial institutions can be vehicles for transformative and sustainable impact.

Goals & Objectives

The goal was to elevate NOFFCU’s equity-driven practices as a case study to inspire the broader financial sector. The video aimed to spotlight their unique CSR approach, align with BSF’s mission, and catalyze peer institutions to adopt equitable, community-first business models.

Results & Impact

Premiered at Inclusiv 25 (April 2025) to a national audience of financial sector leaders, the video sparked powerful conversations around equitable banking. It won two Silver Telly Awards, strengthened BSF’s credibility as a champion for equitable banking.

the team

Jarami Bond
  • Executive Producer
  • Bond Studio
Erick Salazar
  • Director
  • Bond Studio
Leah Boudreaux
  • Director of Photography
  • Bond Studio
Logan LeBlanc
  • Editor
  • Bond Studio
Erin Kilmer-Neel
  • Executive Director
  • Beneficial State Foundation
Francis Janes
  • Senior Industry Relations and Partnerships Director
  • Beneficial State Foundation
Wil Kristin
  • Senior Director, Strategic Communications
  • Beneficial State Foundation
Judy DeLucca
  • President & CEO
  • New Orleans Firemen's Federal Credit Union
James Hunter
  • Chief Advocacy and Culture Officer
  • New Orleans Firemen's Federal Credit Union