Category: Good News
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Kitsap Credit Union: A local credit union inspiring its community
Article by Mike Salk – MyNorthwest – January 31, 2024 In the heart of Kitsap County, a financial institution is making waves not just as a banking entity but as a beacon of community support. Kitsap Credit Union (KCU), with its deep-rooted commitment to the well-being of the community, has…
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MSU Federal Credit Union donates $50,000 to WKAR Public Media
This story was originally published on WKAR.org. – January 27, 2024 WKAR Public Media was recently awarded $50,000 from Michigan State University Federal Credit Union to support the station’s community wide educational initiatives. The donation was presented during the annual PBS KIDS Day at WKAR on Jan. 27, 2024, where more than…
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APCO Employees Credit Union’s Share the Care Foundation Donates $85,000 to Local Non-profits
Published by APCO Employee Credit Union – January 2024 APCO Employees Credit Union’s Share the Care Foundation hosted its 19th Annual Golf Tournament and its Inaugural Topgolf Tournament in 2023. Thanks to combined contributions from APCO Employees Credit Union members, employees, and business partners, the foundation was able to donate…
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MMCCU Launches Special Membership Drive in Honor of Leap Day This Month
Published by MMCCU - January 30, 2024 In celebration of Leap Day on February 29, MMCCU is excited to announce a special initiative aimed at giving back to the community while welcoming new members into its fold. During the entire month of February, MMCCU invites individuals to “Leap to action” by…
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Community Food Bank receives $20,000 from Suncoast Credit Union
Article by Nancy Kennedy - Chronicle Reporter – January 29, 2024 In Citrus County, food-insecure students have opportunities to eat breakfast and lunch at school and on weekends through the Citrus County Blessings program. But, despite these programs, some kids are still hungry. Thanks to a recent $20,000 grant to the…
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West Texas A&M U. and Education Credit Union Team for Student Financial Literacy Workshops
Published by Chip Chandler – West Texas A&M University –January 29, 2024 CANYON, Texas — West Texas A&M University students are getting a crash course in financial literacy, thanks to a partnership between the University and Education Credit Union. The Advanced Money Management Boot Camp will offer students five interactive workshop…
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LLCU Releases 2023 Community Impact Report Showing Credit Union Provided $269,523 in Community Donations & Staff Volunteered 2,442 Hours
Article published by Cayla Hittmeier – January 23, 2024 Decatur, Illinois, January 24th, 2024 – Land of Lincoln Credit Union (LLCU) released their 2023 Community Impact Report this week highlighting community reinvestment and volunteer efforts by LLCU in 2023. The report announced that in 2023, LLCU staff volunteered 2,442 hours to local non-profit…
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‘Tiny but mighty’ credit union makes an impact
Comunidad Latina Federal Credit Union creates tight-knit, future-focused community learning circle. Article by Brock Fritz (CUNA News) – January 23, 2024 Walk through the doors of Comunidad Latina Federal Credit Union, turn the corner, find the cubicle in the back, and you’ll likely come across Azul Sanchez, president/CEO at the $9…
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CUEvangelist Re-Launch
New logo, New Website, New Design & More Good News! Help us celebrate the Grand Opening Relaunch of CUEvangelist LLC featuring blogs, videos, and Good News About CUs! Share Your Credit Union Story here: “Spreading The Good News About CUs!”
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Nusenda Credit Union Announces New Microloan Program Partner – Black Chamber of Commerce of New Mexico
Albuquerque, N.M. – Nusenda recently announced a new community lending partner for its microloan program, the Black Chamber of Commerce of New Mexico. Nusenda’s Microloan Program (formerly known as Nusenda Co-op Capital) is a character and relationship-based program that provides microloans for low-income and underbanked entrepreneurs. This lending model provides…