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.
International Credit Union Day 2018 Giveback: PSECU
October 15, 2018
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On the platinum anniversary of International Credit Union Day, we look at how some credit unions are offering patronage perks to showcase the credit union difference.
International Credit Union Day 2018 Giveback: American 1
October 15, 2018
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On the platinum anniversary of International Credit Union Day, CreditUnions.com looks at how different credit unions return value to members to showcase the credit union difference.
Strategic Planning Is More Than A Fall Weekend
October 15, 2018
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Taking time throughout the year to discuss the credit union’s strategic direction will help leaders address changes to the landscape as they occur.
Incentives For Purpose, Money Market Rates, And 5-Star Reviews
October 8, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
An Incentive For Purpose, Not Personal Gain
October 8, 2018
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Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union redirects incentive payouts on ancillary loan services to contribute to foundation funding.
Best Of September 2018
October 8, 2018
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Based on September traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
This Season, Don’t Fall Back On The ‘Old Reliables’
September 24, 2018
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Challenging the reticent and pushing for actionable insight from naysayers can enliven a stagnant feedback loop and push company culture forward.
Fewer Branches, Doubled Assets, And Self-Service
September 24, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
5 Ways To Fund A Foundation
September 17, 2018
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There are hundreds of state and credit union league foundations across the United States that accept and disperse charitable donations with the goal of leaving a lasting legacy on their communities. Here, three credit unions and two leagues discuss start-up capital for their foundations, ongoing financial stability, and more. For credit unions thinking about standing
What’s In A Name: Culture And Values Officer
September 17, 2018
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Travis Flora is in charge of ensuring silo-free communication and individual empowerment across Commonwealth Credit Union.
International Credit Union Day 2018 Giveback: PSECU
On the platinum anniversary of International Credit Union Day, we look at how some credit unions are offering patronage perks to showcase the credit union ...
International Credit Union Day 2018 Giveback: American 1
On the platinum anniversary of International Credit Union Day, CreditUnions.com looks at how different credit unions return value to members to showcase the credit union ...
Incentives For Purpose, Money Market Rates, And 5-Star Reviews
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
An Incentive For Purpose, Not Personal Gain
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union redirects incentive payouts on ancillary loan services to contribute to foundation funding.
Best Of September 2018
Based on September traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
This Season, Don’t Fall Back On The ‘Old Reliables’
Challenging the reticent and pushing for actionable insight from naysayers can enliven a stagnant feedback loop and push company culture forward.
Fewer Branches, Doubled Assets, And Self-Service
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
5 Ways To Fund A Foundation
There are hundreds of state and credit union league foundations across the United States that accept and disperse charitable donations with the goal of leaving ...
What’s In A Name: Culture And Values Officer
Travis Flora is in charge of ensuring silo-free communication and individual empowerment across Commonwealth Credit Union.
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It’s Been A Noisy, Yet Resilient Year For The U.S. Economy
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Every Member Deserves A Financial Oasis
Callahan & Associates
Discover how First Alliance Credit Union is redefining success by putting values and member needs at the heart of everything it does.
6 Lessons For Credit Unions From Craft Breweries
Alix Patterson
Craft breweries demonstrate how commitment to value, operational agility, and community focus can ignite growth and drive property.
The K-Shaped Recovery And An Economy Divided
Tony Waltrich
Inflation, debt, and income inequality are fueling a K-shaped, post-pandemic recovery, widening the gap between different economic segments and challenging lower-income households.
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.
How Asset Size Shapes Credit Union Performance Across 3 Metrics
Omar Shalabi
Explore how credit union size influences growth, lending, and efficiency.
Members Are On The Move. Credit Unions Are Here For Them.
Sherry Virden
Accelerating membership growth signals the increasing influence of credit unions amid evolving interest rate trends and economic challenges.
3 Ways Falling Rates Are Poised To Impact Credit Union Balance Sheets
Andrew Lepczyk
Falling interest rates are changing the game for credit unions. Explore how potential shifts in lending, savings, and margins are set to affect the bottom line.
Leaders Of The Pack: The Top 20 Cores For Credit Unions
Omar Shalabi
Explore the subtle shifts redefining the credit union core processing space and how these movements shape growth, innovation, and member experience.
A Fresh Start For A Timeless Mission
Callahan & Associates
The combination of the right philosophy and the right technology can set credit unions up for success even during difficult economic times.
Strategic Planning Is More Than A Fall Weekend