CDFI credit unions might be fewer in number, but their impact reaches millions of members, and their footprint highlights how targeted mission can translate into broad, measurable reach.
CDFI grant funding helps the Florida cooperative offer microloans for small businesses after many banks pulled out of its market.
Credit unions have always been engines of community development, long before the CDFI Fund existed.
Mike Beall, John McKechnie. and Christine Duncan wrap up an eventful year for the CDFI Fund and cover what credit unions need to know heading into 2026.
The next big storm in the Gulf isn’t an “if,” it’s a “when,” but the small Gulf-area credit union has a plan to help the community get back on its feet when the time comes.
Amid a turbulent financial landscape, credit unions across the country stepped in with lending, grants, and community partnerships to support small businesses and entrepreneurs.
The Arizona-based credit union has revamped its approach to financial education and community partnerships to better serve the needs of its market.
A pair of CDFI grants allowed the Florida-based credit union to help members restart their lives on the island or relocate to the United States.
NOLA Firemen’s FCU helps members qualify for a mortgage in a state where poverty is high and insurance premiums are keeping many would-be borrowers out of a home.
Stay up-to-date with the latest changes, opportunities, and compliance requirements for CDFIs, including certification, grants, and legislative updates for 2025 and beyond.
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.
Where is mortgage growth coming from right now? This week, CreditUnions.com covers a mix of home equity campaigns, targeted affordability programs, and niche lending strategies that are bringing borrowers back into the market.
Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.
Manufactured home loans can provide members access to affordable housing, including those in rural areas. Two credit unions share how they approach the niche product.
After a prolonged slowdown, signs of life are returning to mortgage lending. Growth is uneven, with first-time buyers and shifting rate dynamics driving activity in select segments.
The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.
How a novel role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.
Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.