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 Cooperative Community Park
February 8, 2021
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Isolation in Los Alamos, NM, has prompted an alliance of local cooperatives to provide a gathering space for people craving connection.
CDFI Opportunities
January 27, 2021
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Join CU Strategic Planning’s Mike Beall, Chief Strategy and Advocacy Officer to understand the opportunities in 2021 and 2022 for credit unions to create unique links in their communities and receive CDFI Grant Funding for these initiatives to help low to moderate income consumers.
Flood Waters Are Rising. Will Credit Unions Come To The Rescue?
January 25, 2021
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It’s time to find ways to support members’ economic recovery.
Impact Initiative Kick-Off
January 14, 2021
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During this special kick-off webinar Callahan’s Jay Johnson, Chief Collaboration Officer, and Jon Jeffreys, President & CEO, will share what key trends and themes they are hearing regarding impact and how your credit union can get involved with this exciting new initiative in 2021.
Tough Love Following A Harsh Year
January 11, 2021
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Five ways to turn fiction into fact for the credit union movement in 2021.
Future Proofing: How to Attract Next Generation Members in the Digital Age
December 9, 2020
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Tune in for an insightful panel discussion among leaders from financial technology company Splash Financial, First Tech Federal Credit Union and CMFG Ventures/CUNA Mutual Group to learn how credit unions are remaining competitive while growing digitally.
How Credit Unions Made Good In 2020
December 1, 2020
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Nearly 20 programs by credit unions helped members survive and thrive in a difficult year.
3 Ways To Step Up For Small Businesses
November 23, 2020
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Ent, Genisys, and Corning credit unions have each taken different approaches to offer much-needed support to area establishments.
Small-Dollar Loans Boast Big Career Potential
November 16, 2020
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A Louisiana credit union brings technical education within reach by removing two major barriers to attaining it.
Navy Federal: Big Credit Union. Narrow Focus.
November 9, 2020
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In time for Veteran’s Day, the nation’s largest credit union offers lessons learned during its decades of success building long-term member relationships.
CDFI Opportunities
Join CU Strategic Planning's Mike Beall, Chief Strategy and Advocacy Officer to understand the opportunities in 2021 and 2022 for credit unions to create unique ...
Flood Waters Are Rising. Will Credit Unions Come To The Rescue?
It’s time to find ways to support members’ economic recovery.
Impact Initiative Kick-Off
During this special kick-off webinar Callahan's Jay Johnson, Chief Collaboration Officer, and Jon Jeffreys, President & CEO, will share what key trends and themes they ...
Tough Love Following A Harsh Year
Five ways to turn fiction into fact for the credit union movement in 2021.
Future Proofing: How to Attract Next Generation Members in the Digital Age
Tune in for an insightful panel discussion among leaders from financial technology company Splash Financial, First Tech Federal Credit Union and CMFG Ventures/CUNA Mutual Group ...
How Credit Unions Made Good In 2020
Nearly 20 programs by credit unions helped members survive and thrive in a difficult year.
3 Ways To Step Up For Small Businesses
Ent, Genisys, and Corning credit unions have each taken different approaches to offer much-needed support to area establishments.
Small-Dollar Loans Boast Big Career Potential
A Louisiana credit union brings technical education within reach by removing two major barriers to attaining it.
Navy Federal: Big Credit Union. Narrow Focus.
In time for Veteran’s Day, the nation’s largest credit union offers lessons learned during its decades of success building long-term member relationships.
Browse Topics
JetStream FCU Turns CDFI Funding Into Lifelines After Hurricane Maria
Aaron Passman
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.
7 Leadership Lessons From 2025
Savana Morie
From the boardroom to the branch floor, credit union leaders share thoughts on being different, embracing challenges, keeping mission top of mind, and more.
6 Roles Every Credit Union Needs In 2026
Aaron Passman
The right people in the right positions can make a meaningful difference in driving success and exploring opportunities.
CreditUnions.com Top Picks For 2025
Savana Morie
The editorial team at Callahan & Associates weighs in on stories that defined 2025 through actionable strategies, meaningful insights, and perspectives that continue to influence the cooperative movement.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch
Tony Waltrich
Despite economic uncertainty, credit unions and their members are displaying resilience through methodical improvement.
Vantage West Turns A Good Problem Into Great Recognition
Savana Morie
Discover how two employee awards honor the Arizona credit union’s commitment to a team-first culture while boosting employee engagement and workplace culture.
AI Is Rewriting The Economics Of Banking
Callahan & Associates
AI is removing friction from financial decisions, giving consumers more control over their money and forcing banks and credit unions to compete on real value.
How 2 Marketing Teams Organize For Impact
Aaron Passman
The organizational structures for the marketing teams at 3Rivers FCU and Leaders Credit Union couldn’t be more different, but they share a common goal.
Affordable Housing Isn’t About Business. It’s About People.
Aaron Passman
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.
Don’t Wait For Data. FirstLook Analysis Is Available Today.
Callahan & Associates
Callahan & Associates provides an early look at quarterly performance results. Sneak a peek at the latest trends here.
A Cooperative Community Park