GreenState Foundation Invests In Data To Improve Its Community
A partnership with United Ways of Iowa is uncovering insights about employed community members who struggle under limited assets and constrained income.
Impact/Purpose
Our Purpose page is your central resource to explore strategies that elevate products and services from run-of-the-mill commodities to powerful tools that support members and communities and set credit unions apart from competitors.
Top Impact/Purpose Articles
What’s In A Name: Director Of Financial Inclusion And Community Engagement
Steph Harrill Kyle helps UW Credit Union take a holistic approach to doing business by the cooperative principles.
How To Measure Mission
A dashboard at Marine Credit Union helps the Wisconsin cooperative focus on member and community impact.
A Fresh Start In Florida
April 1, 2015
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Manatee Community uses a stair-step loan strategy to help members establish a relationship with a financial institution, build savings, build credit, and apply for unsecured funds.
Raksha Shirali On Leadership
April 1, 2015
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The vice president of human resources at USAlliance Federal Credit Union talks career paths, talent identification, and management philosophy.
RBC2: It Ain’t Over Yet
March 31, 2015
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NCUA will assume it’s all peachy-keen unless the agency hears from credit unions.
NCUSIF 2014 Audit Documents Significant Management Gaps
March 30, 2015
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The annual performance of the share insurance fund is a real-world test of NCUA’s ability to identify future risk, document potential shortfalls, and accurately manage uncertainties.
RBC2: Once More, With Feeling
March 30, 2015
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Already commented once? Do it again. Haven’t yet? Now’s the time.
RBC And Some Inconvenient Truths
March 27, 2015
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Current comment period should be just the beginning of constant contact with those who rule our world.
Speak Up Either Way On RBC
March 27, 2015
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Yay or nay, the cooperative system needs your participation on matters of such consequence.
RBC Coverage: Pros, Cons Collide
March 26, 2015
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Call for comment gains urgency as April 27 deadline approaches.
“Vote” On RBC By Commenting Now
March 26, 2015
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Exercise your right and do the right thing for your members by commenting on the risk-based capital rule. It’s your “vote.” Make it count.
Anatomy Of A Loan
March 25, 2015
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State Employees Credit Union of North Carolina throws open its doors for an in-depth examination of how it takes Southern sensibility to a whole new level.
A Fresh Start In Florida
Manatee Community uses a stair-step loan strategy to help members establish a relationship with a financial institution, build savings, build credit, and apply for unsecured ...
Raksha Shirali On Leadership
The vice president of human resources at USAlliance Federal Credit Union talks career paths, talent identification, and management philosophy.
NCUSIF 2014 Audit Documents Significant Management Gaps
The annual performance of the share insurance fund is a real-world test of NCUA’s ability to identify future risk, document potential shortfalls, and accurately manage ...
RBC2: Once More, With Feeling
Already commented once? Do it again. Haven't yet? Now's the time.
RBC And Some Inconvenient Truths
Current comment period should be just the beginning of constant contact with those who rule our world.
Speak Up Either Way On RBC
Yay or nay, the cooperative system needs your participation on matters of such consequence.
RBC Coverage: Pros, Cons Collide
Call for comment gains urgency as April 27 deadline approaches.
“Vote” On RBC By Commenting Now
Exercise your right and do the right thing for your members by commenting on the risk-based capital rule. It's your "vote." Make it count.
Anatomy Of A Loan
State Employees Credit Union of North Carolina throws open its doors for an in-depth examination of how it takes Southern sensibility to a whole new ...
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FedChoice Is Ready For The Next Government Shutdown – Whenever It Comes
Aaron Passman
A cross-functional team comprising nearly 20% of staff helped the Maryland-based credit union manage the crisis while staying focused on helping members.
How AI Is Shaping HR For The Next Era
Marc Rapport
Four executives share how they are skilling up and soothing nerves as they navigate the AI revolution in real time.
Now’s The Time For Credit Union Succession Planning
Aaron Passman
The future of leadership starts now. This week, CreditUnions.com is diving into the strategies shaping tomorrow’s talent: from a bold overhaul of succession planning to how credit unions are tackling the AI skills gap.
Is Your Credit Union Making Time For Leadership Development?
Andrew Lepczyk
Assessing skills gaps among leaders and providing time to complete training are major hurdles today, but strong leadership development strategies are essential in building a future-ready credit union.
Aligning Recruitment Efforts With Boardroom Value
Jennie Boden
A report from Quantum Governance reveals a gap between board recruitment priorities and the most valuable skills in governance.
Preparing For 2026: Why The NCUA’s New Succession Planning Rule Elevates The Strategic Role Of Credit Union Boards
Jennie Boden
Fair, transparent succession helps credit unions strengthen board effectiveness, align leadership with strategy, and safeguard member value.
How Patelco Credit Union Simplified Succession Planning
Aaron Passman
The California cooperative moves beyond the 9-box to identify skills, gaps, and opportunities to prepare leaders for what’s next.
Planning For The Future: Ensuring Strong Boards And Leaders Through Succession Planning
Callahan & Associates
The right tools and consistent approach make succession planning simpler for credit union leaders and board members.
3 Popular Case Studies From 2024: Where Are They Now?
Savana Morie
CreditUnions.com revisits three credit unions to learn how their strategies have evolved since their original spotlight and see what’s in store for the future.
5 Lessons About Ground-Level Intelligence From A Rooftop Farm
Alix Patterson
A national leader in urban agriculture shows how front-line insights drive real local impact — and why credit union branches are perfectly positioned to do the same.
RBC2: It Ain’t Over Yet