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.
CreditUnions.com 2022: Best Of Human Resources And Operations
December 26, 2022
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As we celebrate the holiday season, the office of Callahan & Associates will be closed Dec. 26 through Jan. 2. Enjoy this selection of the best of 2022, and we’ll see you in 2023. Mentoring Program Connects C-Suite Women With Young Black Professionals A six-week, 1-to-1 mentoring program connects white women in senior leadership
CreditUnions.com 2022: Best Of Lending
December 26, 2022
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As we celebrate the holiday season, the office of Callahan & Associates will be closed Dec. 26 through Jan. 2. Enjoy this selection of the best of 2022, and we’ll see you in 2023. A Call For Cooperatives To Close The Racial Homeownership Gap GreenState Credit Union has committed $1 billion toward home loans
CreditUnions.com 2022: Best Of Impact
December 26, 2022
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10 ideas to inspire strategies that make a meaningful difference.
The Power Of Purpose Is In The Details
December 19, 2022
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It’s not enough to have a mission statement; to deliver results, a credit union’s purpose must meet four specific conditions.
Impact Strategies From December 2022
December 19, 2022
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A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.
Credit Unions, Community Impact, and Charitable Giving
December 14, 2022
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Join us as we examine the importance of intentional community involvement and how it can strengthen the member experience.
Elderly Financial Exploitation Is A Growing Problem. Here’s How To Help.
December 12, 2022
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Two credit unions and their regulator share their experience and best practices as isolation and vulnerability take their toll.
Soldiers Sample A Credit Union Career At AmeriCU
December 12, 2022
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An internship program at the New York cooperative helps military members transition into the civilian workforce.
Small Change Makes A Big Difference At St. Mary’s
December 5, 2022
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The New Hampshire credit union’s 603 checking program will donate up to $20,000 to four area charities in its first year alone.
A Big Day Of Giving For Golden 1 Credit Union
November 28, 2022
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Along with GivingTuesday, the California cooperative takes part in an annual Sacramento-based event that supports local nonprofits.
CreditUnions.com 2022: Best Of Human Resources And Operations
As we celebrate the holiday season, the office of Callahan & Associates will be closed Dec. 26 through Jan. 2. Enjoy this selection of the ...
CreditUnions.com 2022: Best Of Lending
As we celebrate the holiday season, the office of Callahan & Associates will be closed Dec. 26 through Jan. 2. Enjoy this selection of the ...
CreditUnions.com 2022: Best Of Impact
10 ideas to inspire strategies that make a meaningful difference.
Impact Strategies From December 2022
A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.
Credit Unions, Community Impact, and Charitable Giving
Join us as we examine the importance of intentional community involvement and how it can strengthen the member experience.
Elderly Financial Exploitation Is A Growing Problem. Here’s How To Help.
Two credit unions and their regulator share their experience and best practices as isolation and vulnerability take their toll.
Soldiers Sample A Credit Union Career At AmeriCU
An internship program at the New York cooperative helps military members transition into the civilian workforce.
Small Change Makes A Big Difference At St. Mary’s
The New Hampshire credit union’s 603 checking program will donate up to $20,000 to four area charities in its first year alone.
A Big Day Of Giving For Golden 1 Credit Union
Along with GivingTuesday, the California cooperative takes part in an annual Sacramento-based event that supports local nonprofits.
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Brent Rempe On Leadership
Aaron Passman
From classrooms to credit unions, Brent Rempe’s approach as CEO at First Alliance Credit Union blends education, service, and purpose-driven leadership.
Is Your Credit Union Resilient Enough For 2026 And Beyond?
Rebecca Wessler
Resilient credit unions don’t just make plans — they build the muscle to bend, bounce back, and boldly adapt.
Credit Unions Bring Main Street Voices To Fed Advisory Councils
Savana Morie
Credit union leaders bring Main Street realities to the Fed, proving that from housing to tariffs, advocacy starts with mission-driven voices at the table.
What Is The Personal Savings Rate? And Why Should Credit Unions Care?
Andrew Lepczyk
Americans are saving a historically low amount of money. Armed with that insight, credit unions can strengthen savings habits.
AI Skills, CEO Evaluation, And More Strategic Opportunities For Boards
Callahan & Associates
Strategic succession, board development, and CEO accountability are evolving. Learn how board governance can unlock competitive advantages in today’s shifting landscape.
Quarterly Market Snapshot And Two-Year Financial Statement
Callahan & Associates
Quarterly performance reports from Callahan & Associates highlight important metrics from across the credit union industry. Comparing top-level performance and digging into the financial statement has never been easier.
Calling All CFOs
Andrew Lepczyk
Unlock insights during Financial Performance Week on CreditUnions.com — data, analysis, and strategies to help credit union leaders interpret trends, manage balance sheets, and drive smarter growth.
Unpacking The Surge In Credit Union Operating Expenses
Tony Waltrich
Credit unions face rising costs from compensation and services — can they balance investment with efficiency to sustain member value?
Credit Unions Are Seizing Opportunities In Commercial Real Estate
Callahan & Associates
As commercial real estate rebounds, credit unions face a choice: let operational bottlenecks slow deals, or leverage efficiency tools to capture market opportunities faster.
Member Momentum Is At A Crossroads
Sherry Virden
Member growth at U.S. credit unions is slowing, and credit unions are working to reignite growth, deepen engagement, and increase competitiveness amid shifting preferences and economic headwinds.
The Power Of Purpose Is In The Details