JetStream FCU Turns CDFI Funding Into Lifelines After Hurricane Maria
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.
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
Wright-Patt Turns Purpose Into Property For First-Time Homebuyers
The Ohio credit union’s Sunshine Community Fund is backing new homes in Dayton, combining financial support, education, and cross-team collaboration to empower first-time buyers.
First Alliance Debuts Mission-Driven Deposits
The Minnesota-based cooperative invites high-dollar depositors to turn private prosperity into shared possibility through a savings product designed around social impact.
Are We Doing Enough?
June 24, 2019
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Now’s the time to go beyond financial metrics to measure — and empower — employee, member, and community impact.
How Nusenda Creates Job Opportunities, One Internship At A Time
June 17, 2019
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The New Mexico credit union has hired 23 of its own interns originating from a course on finance careers exploration.
How ELGA Went All In On Downtown Flint
June 10, 2019
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It’s all a matter of timing as ELGA joins in on the revitalization of a once-moribund main street in one of America’s iconic industrial cities.
How A New CEO Watered The Garden And Watched Her Credit Union Bloom
June 10, 2019
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After a decade of slow growth, Patelco hired a new CEO in 2013. Erin Mendez brought new ideas and jumpstarted a new culture at the California cooperative.
Strategy Season Is Still In Session
May 14, 2019
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Real strategy sets the credit union’s course for a decade or more and helps decision-makers determine where to invest and how to grow. It deserves undivided attention.
Best Of April 2019
May 1, 2019
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Based on April traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
Contactless, The Great Recession, And 2019 Priorities
April 29, 2019
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Take Command Of Your Online Brand
April 22, 2019
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First Community couples social media with big-name sponsors, giveaways, and special events to engage members and improve the member experience.
Balance Sheet Basics In A Changing Economy
April 18, 2019
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What credit unions should be thinking about now to prepare the organization for the end of 2019 and beyond.
Chief Deposit Services Officer, A VITA(L) Need, And Card Growth
April 15, 2019
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
How Nusenda Creates Job Opportunities, One Internship At A Time
The New Mexico credit union has hired 23 of its own interns originating from a course on finance careers exploration.
How ELGA Went All In On Downtown Flint
It’s all a matter of timing as ELGA joins in on the revitalization of a once-moribund main street in one of America’s iconic industrial cities.
How A New CEO Watered The Garden And Watched Her Credit Union Bloom
After a decade of slow growth, Patelco hired a new CEO in 2013. Erin Mendez brought new ideas and jumpstarted a new culture at the ...
Strategy Season Is Still In Session
Real strategy sets the credit union’s course for a decade or more and helps decision-makers determine where to invest and how to grow. It deserves ...
Best Of April 2019
Based on April traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
Contactless, The Great Recession, And 2019 Priorities
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Take Command Of Your Online Brand
First Community couples social media with big-name sponsors, giveaways, and special events to engage members and improve the member experience.
Balance Sheet Basics In A Changing Economy
What credit unions should be thinking about now to prepare the organization for the end of 2019 and beyond.
Chief Deposit Services Officer, A VITA(L) Need, And Card Growth
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Browse Topics
Credit Union Data Predicts Who Will Win Super Bowl 2026
Andrew Lepczyk
As Super Bowl LX nears, the Callahan Bowl prediction model says the Seahawks will see green en route to the Lombardi Trophy.
140 Million Reasons To Lend
Aaron Passman
Lending is evolving, and credit unions are adapting. This week, CreditUnions.com examines how shifting economic conditions are reshaping lending strategies.
Rethinking Auto Lending And The Choices Facing Credit Union Leaders
Callahan & Associates
Affordability pressures, extended loan terms, and shifting vehicle values are forcing institutions to look beyond familiar structures and reconsider how to balance risk and return.
What Credit Unions Can Do NOW To Launch And Expand Student Lending Programs
Callahan & Associates
Credit unions are uniquely well-positioned to guide members through uncertainty and fill essential funding gaps.
What Would A 10% Credit Card Rate Cap Mean For Credit Unions And Members?
Andrew Lepczyk
A closer look at the trade-offs of mandated lower credit card rates reveals a delicate balance between portfolio health and member access.
5 Tucson Credit Unions Join Forces For Affordable Housing
Savana Morie
A handful of regional credit unions pair up with the GoWest Foundation to offer 100% financing for eligible borrowers.
4 Important Exceptions To Track For Commercial Lending
Callahan & Associates
Learn how to identify, track, and manage four commercial lending exceptions to reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and streamline operations.
The Personal Loan Landscape Has Shifted
Aaron Passman
Declining savings rates and rising financial pressure are reshaping why members borrow, pushing credit unions to rethink lending strategies.
Simplify Credit Card Issuing For Sustainable Growth
Callahan & Associates
How can credit unions stay true to their mission while evolving to meet modern needs?
Will Ultra-Low Interest Rates Improve Housing Affordability?
Andrew Lepczyk
Ultra-low rates might feel like a boost to affordability, but they can create unintended challenges that ripple through housing markets, lenders, and the members credit unions serve.
Are We Doing Enough?