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.
Suffering Members Need More Than Help. They Need To Know You Care.
April 23, 2020
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Emotion, not rational assessment, drives decision-making, and members who report their credit union cares about their financial wellbeing put greater trust in the value of its guidance.
A “New Normal” Requires A New Lens
April 22, 2020
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Uncertainties shouldn’t dissuade an honest reflection on whether leadership teams have the right tools to tackle the tasks at hand.
Social Media Specialists Share Strategies And Principles
April 20, 2020
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Wright-Patt and Greater Texas lean on a virtual presence to provide real service and build brand value.
Financial Wellness In Kentucky During The Coronavirus Crisis
April 16, 2020
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Three anecdotes show how Abound Credit Union is turning purpose into action in the Bluegrass State.
Business As Unusual: How Credit Unions And Members Are Responding To The COVID-19 Pandemic
April 13, 2020
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Join Member Loyalty Group and others to learn about the feedback members are providing during this unprecedented time, and how that feedback is shifting as weeks go by.
Great Lakes Credit Union Forges Into The Forefront Of Foreclosure Counseling
April 13, 2020
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Counselors adapt to pandemic restrictions as the Chicago credit union expands its HUD-funded housing counseling program.
An Open Letter To Credit Union Leaders & Directors
April 3, 2020
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Now is the time for credit unions to distinguish themselves by being part of the solution to the challenges our society is facing.
COVID-19 Checkup Calls: Nymeo Reaches Out By Phone
April 1, 2020
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The suburban Maryland credit union is calling members to offer assurance and advice.
Purpose In Action: Finding Inspiration Together
March 31, 2020
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By sharing the stories of credit unions’ work and impact, we hope to ignite a passion for doing more.
PCM Goes Old School Against A New Threat
March 30, 2020
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To support members during a time of economic upheaval, the Green Bay credit union is not penalizing early withdrawal from savings accounts and is offering deferrals on installment loans. It’s offering plenty of modern comforts, too.
Suffering Members Need More Than Help. They Need To Know You Care.
Emotion, not rational assessment, drives decision-making, and members who report their credit union cares about their financial wellbeing put greater trust in the value of ...
Social Media Specialists Share Strategies And Principles
Wright-Patt and Greater Texas lean on a virtual presence to provide real service and build brand value.
Financial Wellness In Kentucky During The Coronavirus Crisis
Three anecdotes show how Abound Credit Union is turning purpose into action in the Bluegrass State.
Business As Unusual: How Credit Unions And Members Are Responding To The COVID-19 Pandemic
Join Member Loyalty Group and others to learn about the feedback members are providing during this unprecedented time, and how that feedback is shifting as ...
Great Lakes Credit Union Forges Into The Forefront Of Foreclosure Counseling
Counselors adapt to pandemic restrictions as the Chicago credit union expands its HUD-funded housing counseling program.
An Open Letter To Credit Union Leaders & Directors
Now is the time for credit unions to distinguish themselves by being part of the solution to the challenges our society is facing.
COVID-19 Checkup Calls: Nymeo Reaches Out By Phone
The suburban Maryland credit union is calling members to offer assurance and advice.
Purpose In Action: Finding Inspiration Together
By sharing the stories of credit unions’ work and impact, we hope to ignite a passion for doing more.
PCM Goes Old School Against A New Threat
To support members during a time of economic upheaval, the Green Bay credit union is not penalizing early withdrawal from savings accounts and is offering ...
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Andrew Lepczyk
New data from Gallup shows half of all employees who work for companies that pay for AI tools use them. Credit unions are building their own momentum.
A Credit Union Bond Beyond Bloodlines
Aaron Passman
For Mike and Dave Valentine, the family business just happens to be credit unions. The father-son duo talk leadership styles, cooperative values, and the lessons they’ve learned from each other along the way.
Connection And Caring Matter As Much As Knowledge And Resources
Chris Howard
People who are truly financially thriving have both means and a sense of security that comes from confidence about the future. Building that kind of emotional engagement requires a deliberate design of everyday interactions.
Markets Flip From Pricing Cuts To 50% Chance Of Hikes
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Keep The Mortgage. Ditch The Fees.
Savana Morie
A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.
Home Is Where The Heart (And More) Is
Aaron Passman
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.
3 Ways To Market For HELOC Success
Aaron Passman
Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.
Small House, Big Opportunity: 2 Takes On Manufactured Home Loans
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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.
Mortgage Lending Is Back, But It Looks Different
Tony Waltrich
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.
MSUFCU Turns A Break In Payments Into A Member Experience Moment
Aaron Passman
The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
A “New Normal” Requires A New Lens