🍸 What a fantastic Monday!Our team had an amazing time at a mixology class with The Salty Girl Cocktails, where we learned how to create some truly delicious cocktails while supporting an important cause.Thanks to everyone's participation, we were able to provide $525 in gift cards to Micah's Place for survivors seeking safety, support, and a fresh start.A special thank you to The Salty Girl Cocktails for helping us mix fun with purpose. Cheers to giving back and making a difference in our community! ❤️#CommunitySupport #MicahsPlace #GivingBack #TeamBuilding #TheSaltyGirlCocktails
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September 2026 Market Update: Healthy growth sends stocks to new highsMarkets continue to navigate a mix of opportunities and challenges. Strong earnings, AI-driven investment and a resilient labor market supported equities, while higher interest rates remain a key consideration for investors. Learn more in Thrivent's September Market Update. ⬇️
This past Saturday our local member network held a volunteer event at Hunger Fight! Together our members and the community came together to make sure no child goes hungry here on the First Coast. In two hours, our group packed over 8700 meals for children. One of the volunteers told us that her children once received these exact meals from their school and now she is paying it feared and volunteered. Amazing! A prime example of #wheremoneymeansmore.
Your super catch-up window is hereBetween ages 60 and 63, you may have an exclusive opportunity to contribute more to your retirement through the super catch-up provision. This means you can:• See if you qualify and how much extra you may be eligible to contribute.• Understand the factors that may influence this decision.• Evaluate if contributing more—or another strategy—makes the most sense for your goals.Learn more about how this limited-time option could help you make the most of your retirement savings if this option is available to you. ⬇️
It’s not too late to strengthen your income strategyIncome, taxes, Social Security and withdrawal decisions all play a role in retirement. Understanding how these factors connect can help you feel more confident about what you can spend—and how long your money may last.Before required minimum distributions begin, discover how your savings can turn into income to help you make the most of what you've worked hard to build. ⬇️
Put your savings to work for what’s nextYou've worked hard to build your retirement savings—now help them work smarter for you. Retirement may last longer than you think, so the choices you make today can help you prepare for what’s next.Explore strategies that can help turn your savings into reliable income and help you feel more confident in the years ahead. ⬇️
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A heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated and supported this year's drive. Thanks to your generosity, we were able to deliver baby supplies to First Coast Women's Services, and it was an amazing experience to see the impact these donations will have on local families.Together, we collected essential items that will help mothers and babies in our community receive the care and support they need. We are incredibly grateful for everyone who contributed and helped make this drive a success.💜 Thank you for making a difference, one donation at a time!#SummerCollectionDrive #FirstCoastWomensServices #WhereMoneyMeansMore #FirstCoastGroupThrivent #LiveGenerously
August 2026 Market Update: Strong economy, higher yieldsThe market continues to navigate a changing landscape. While technology and AI remain important drivers, leadership is expanding into areas like financials and energy. Combined with a resilient economy and attractive bond yields, diversification remains as important as ever. Read Thrivent's August Market Update for more. ⬇️
A Multi-Year Guarantee Annuity™️ allows you to lock in a guaranteed interest rate for a set period, making it a popular option for those looking to help add stability, predictable earnings, and reduced market uncertainty.Reach out if you'd like to discuss whether this type of solution could help support your retirement goals.For additional interest rates and other important information: https://bit.ly/4fIaSQkSee thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.
Thrivent Member Mary Wheeler and Financial Advisor Wendi Orr organized an action team to help keep the Augusta Savage Community Center in Green Cove Springs lending library stays stocked with books for the children in the community. The team filters through donated book checking on their condition, sorting books by age, and labels the books. What a great way to serve the community. “Augusta Savage Community Center is neither endorsed by nor affiliated with First Coast Group and Thrivent. For additional disclosures see, Thrivent.com/social.”
The great wealth transfer: What baby boomers need to knowTrillions of dollars are expected to pass to the next generation in what’s being called the great wealth transfer.Taking time to think about how you’d like your assets to be passed on can bring greater clarity for you and the people and causes you care about.It can also help you:• Align your assets with what matters most.• Set clearer expectations for loved ones.• Reduce uncertainty with intentional planning.Discover how to help secure your legacy for your loved ones ⬇️
Christ Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church in St Augustine is active in supporting church member Lisa in feeding and clothing the homeless in their community. Member Suzette Ocampa used one of her Action Teams to help support Lisa in her mission. Many members have donated food and clothing to Lisa’s mission for the homeless. What a blessing to the community! #firstcoastgroupthrivent#wheremoneymeansmore#Livegenerously
Have you thought about which assets are meant for living today and which ones you hope to pass on? Let’s connect to explore what each piece is supporting today and how it could show up for the people and causes you care about.See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." - Joshua 1:9
Steady growth, stubborn inflation: Q3 2026 market outlookEconomic growth remains solid, but investors continue to face questions around inflation, interest rates and AI-driven market expectations. Explore Thrivent's 2026 Mid-Year Market Outlook for perspective on what may lie ahead. ⬇️
firstcoastgroupnewsletter.pdfEnjoy our Summer 2026 edition of our First Coast Group Connection.Lots of wonderful things are happening here at First Coast Group Thrivent.https://www.thrivent.com/literature/firstcoastgroupnewsletter.pdf
