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.
Yellen Eve
August 25, 2016
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The world is nervously awaiting Janet Yellen’s speech tomorrow, but the over-hyped event will not live up to expectations.
CUbroadcast Highlights Callahan’s Leadership Team Development Program
August 25, 2016
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In episode No. 625, Callahan vice president Chris Howard and Mike Lawson discuss what credit unions can gain from a team-focused approach to development.
A Team Solution To The Payday Lending Problem
August 22, 2016
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Redstone Federal Credit Union combines risk and reward in its counseling-lending program and casts a wary eye at proposed CFPB changes in short-term loan regs.
7 Common Barriers And Common Sense Solutions To Effective Project Management
August 16, 2016
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Common barriers and common sense solutions to help credit unions get ahead of the competition and get past those barriers to achieve the results they want.
Changing The HR Culture, One Coaching Session At A Time
August 15, 2016
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Patriot Federal Credit Union has replaced annual reviews with quarterly coaching sessions that focus on value and values.
3 Must-Haves For Every Credit Union Annual Report
August 15, 2016
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As strategic planning season rolls in, consider what metrics will showcase the credit union to members, the board, and the community.
Performance Management That Puts Staff In The Driver’s Seat
August 15, 2016
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Eastman Credit Union’s focus on continuous coaching and development allows employees to take charge of their own career.
What Does A Credit Union Annual Review Look Like?
August 15, 2016
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This week, CreditUnions.com shows how some credit unions conduct annual reviews — and one credit union that doesn’t.
How Firefighters First Credit Union Plans To Hit $1 Million In Net Income
August 8, 2016
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The Los Angeles-based credit union sees a bright future for its “non-punitive” insurance option.
Lessons From A YouTube Series
August 1, 2016
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Arizona FCU puts a financial twist on “The Biggest Loser” with its “My Comeback” web series.
CUbroadcast Highlights Callahan’s Leadership Team Development Program
In episode No. 625, Callahan vice president Chris Howard and Mike Lawson discuss what credit unions can gain from a team-focused approach to development.
A Team Solution To The Payday Lending Problem
Redstone Federal Credit Union combines risk and reward in its counseling-lending program and casts a wary eye at proposed CFPB changes in short-term loan regs. ...
7 Common Barriers And Common Sense Solutions To Effective Project Management
Common barriers and common sense solutions to help credit unions get ahead of the competition and get past those barriers to achieve the results they ...
Changing The HR Culture, One Coaching Session At A Time
Patriot Federal Credit Union has replaced annual reviews with quarterly coaching sessions that focus on value and values.
3 Must-Haves For Every Credit Union Annual Report
As strategic planning season rolls in, consider what metrics will showcase the credit union to members, the board, and the community.
Performance Management That Puts Staff In The Driver’s Seat
Eastman Credit Union's focus on continuous coaching and development allows employees to take charge of their own career.
What Does A Credit Union Annual Review Look Like?
This week, CreditUnions.com shows how some credit unions conduct annual reviews — and one credit union that doesn't.
How Firefighters First Credit Union Plans To Hit $1 Million In Net Income
The Los Angeles-based credit union sees a bright future for its “non-punitive” insurance option.
Lessons From A YouTube Series
Arizona FCU puts a financial twist on “The Biggest Loser” with its “My Comeback” web series.
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Takeaways From Day 1 Of GAC
Aaron Passman
From new attitudes to new ways of thinking about service delivery, here’s a look at the first day of the industry’s biggest event.
Credit Union Storytelling With A Mission Focus
Marc Rapport
Storytelling drives growth and loyalty at Navy Federal, where real member experiences become narratives that strengthen trust, reinforce value, and build lasting relationships.
How Lake Trust Turns Member Experiences Into Brand Strategy
Savana Morie
From where stories come from to how they’re produced and distributed, Lake Trust shares how authentic member narratives strengthen its brand and show what “positive impact” looks like in action.
How An Internal Storyteller Fuels Member Growth At Navy Federal
Marc Rapport
An expert in user experience turns complex problems and opportunities into narratives that guide leaders toward confident decisions and growth-focused investment.
At Ardent Credit Union, Deposits Are A ‘Slam Dunk’
Aaron Passman
The Philadelphia-area cooperative scores among rate-shopping members with a co-branded certificate that links savings returns to college basketball results.
The Strategic Case For Rethinking Credit Card Issuing
Callahan & Associates
The credit unions that will win the next decade of card growth are those that treat credit cards not as one time product launches but as dynamic ecosystems requiring continuous investment.
What Gen Z Is Really Looking For In A Credit Union
Callahan & Associates
Gen Z’s faith in traditional institutions gives credit unions a rich opportunity to serve as a key source of financial guidance.
What’s Job No. 2?
Aaron Passman
CreditUnions.com is all-in on growth and marketing this week, spotlighting real-world strategies that help cooperatives serve members for life, invest in people, expand their impact, and more.
Community Financial Institutions Need A New Playbook To Combat Scams
Callahan & Associates
Fraud is increasing and becoming more sophisticated – and it’s often not caught until it’s too late.
The Numbers That Matter Most To Credit Unions
Aaron Passman
A look at year-end performance trends reveals how earnings, affordability pressures, and asset quality are redefining the operating environment heading into 2026.
Yellen Eve