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.
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.
Something Borrowed. Something Due: A VITA(L) Service At Tax Time Takes On New Importance
April 11, 2019
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Credit union volunteers encounter refund shock from some as the new withholding regime presents an opportunity to rethink how cooperatives can help at tax time and year round.
The Challenge Of Talent Management
April 8, 2019
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For credit unions to continue their strong performance in 2019 and beyond, they must focus on the needs of members as well as on the needs of those serving members.
Best Of March 2019
April 1, 2019
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Based on March traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
3 Ways To Connect Through Co-Working Spaces
March 25, 2019
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How three very different credit unions are collaborating with their communities for better business development.
Revenue Gains And Co-Working Spaces
March 25, 2019
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Four can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Analytics, Mergers, And Diversity
March 18, 2019
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Five can’t-miss points this week on CreditUnions.com.
6 Ways Credit Unions Use CDFI Grants
March 18, 2019
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Twenty-five years in, the Treasury Department program’s roster is dominated by member-owned cooperative financial institutions, who find a precise mission fit.
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.
Something Borrowed. Something Due: A VITA(L) Service At Tax Time Takes On New Importance
Credit union volunteers encounter refund shock from some as the new withholding regime presents an opportunity to rethink how cooperatives can help at tax time ...
Best Of March 2019
Based on March traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
3 Ways To Connect Through Co-Working Spaces
How three very different credit unions are collaborating with their communities for better business development.
Revenue Gains And Co-Working Spaces
Four can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Analytics, Mergers, And Diversity
Five can't-miss points this week on CreditUnions.com.
6 Ways Credit Unions Use CDFI Grants
Twenty-five years in, the Treasury Department program’s roster is dominated by member-owned cooperative financial institutions, who find a precise mission fit.
Browse Topics
Markets React To Consequential Announcements
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Data And Decision Intelligence
Callahan & Associates
This year’s finalists are reimagining how credit unions use data to boost service levels and improve efficiencies.
A New Product Playbook Is Driving Change At Premier Credit Union
Savana Morie
In order to adopt a more proactive strategy, the Iowa cooperative is using a dedicated product development team to promote visibility and follow-through from idea to launch.
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: AI-Powered Member Experience
Callahan & Associates
This year’s finalists are reimagining how credit unions can use AI to combine cutting-edge technology with old-school member service.
When Members Don’t Turn To FIs, They Turn To Friends And Family
Andrew Lepczyk
Financial advice comes in many forms. How can credits union make sure they are the No. 1 choice for their members?
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Reimagining The Lending Experience
Callahan & Associates
This year’s finalists are uncovering new ways to harness the power of technology to improve and expand lending across the industry.
A Small Match Builds Big Emergency Savings At Lake Trust
Aaron Passman
A program to help staffers improve their savings skills generated more than $200,000 in deposits and helped change participants’ financial habits.
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.
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.
The Challenge Of Talent Management