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.
CUbroadcast Highlights Callahan’s Second Quarter Trendwatch
August 31, 2017
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In episode No. 799, Mike Lawson brings on Callahan partner Jay Johnson to talk credit union financial performance in the second quarter.
Carpe Diem! The NCUA Deadline For Comment On Bailout Funds Merger Is Here.
August 30, 2017
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The regulator is offering a rare opportunity for input on how it handles billions in credit unions’ money, but the movement better move fast.
A Lesson from Katrina: The Disaster That Didn’t Happen
August 29, 2017
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Five years ago, I forecast that Katrina could cost the credit union system up to $2 billion. How wrong I was!
2Q 2017 Trendwatch
August 28, 2017
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This must-attend quarterly event for credit union leaders covers performance trends, industry success stories, and areas of opportunity.
What’s $1.8 Billion Between Friends?
August 24, 2017
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Here’s how and why to learn more and then speak out about the NCUA’s proposed merger of the corporate credit union and share insurance funds. Plus, attend our webinar.
How Financial Counseling Dampers Delinquencies
August 21, 2017
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A southern Louisiana credit union combines collections with counseling to improve loan performance as well as members’ lives.
Female CEO Performance, Mortgage Lending, And Auto Market Share
August 21, 2017
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Five can’t-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
Buying A Home. How Risky Is That?
August 9, 2017
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An analysis of home values by ZIP code could topple the assumption that owning a home remains the best of investments.
$40 Million Transfer Of Member Capital Shows Need For New Merger Rule
August 2, 2017
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Payouts to senior managers after the PenFed takeover of Belvoir FCU also show need for transparency.
A Cooperative Outlook On Governance
August 1, 2017
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How the cooperative principles guide the governance of a non-profit based in Washington state. A Q&A with Anne-Marie La Porte, Director of Governance Services, Group Health Cooperative.
CUbroadcast Highlights Callahan’s Second Quarter Trendwatch
In episode No. 799, Mike Lawson brings on Callahan partner Jay Johnson to talk credit union financial performance in the second quarter.
A Lesson from Katrina: The Disaster That Didn’t Happen
Five years ago, I forecast that Katrina could cost the credit union system up to $2 billion. How wrong I was!
2Q 2017 Trendwatch
This must-attend quarterly event for credit union leaders covers performance trends, industry success stories, and areas of opportunity.
What’s $1.8 Billion Between Friends?
Here’s how and why to learn more and then speak out about the NCUA’s proposed merger of the corporate credit union and share insurance funds. ...
How Financial Counseling Dampers Delinquencies
A southern Louisiana credit union combines collections with counseling to improve loan performance as well as members’ lives.
Female CEO Performance, Mortgage Lending, And Auto Market Share
Five can't-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
Buying A Home. How Risky Is That?
An analysis of home values by ZIP code could topple the assumption that owning a home remains the best of investments.
$40 Million Transfer Of Member Capital Shows Need For New Merger Rule
Payouts to senior managers after the PenFed takeover of Belvoir FCU also show need for transparency.
A Cooperative Outlook On Governance
How the cooperative principles guide the governance of a non-profit based in Washington state. A Q&A with Anne-Marie La Porte, Director of Governance Services, Group ...
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The Numbers Are Good. The Moment Is Hard.
William Hunt
Members are anxious about their financial futures, even as credit unions remain financially strong. Institutions that respond to this moment can make 2026 a turning point.
Wages Are Growing. Wallets Are Not.
Sherry Virden
Global events are flowing directly into household budgets, reshaping how credit union members save, borrow, and cope. Such trends don’t always show up in headline data.
Credit Unions Are Having A Margin Moment
Tony Waltrich
Credit unions are benefiting from a rare margin advantage as loans reprice slower than deposits. The question now is how institutions will use that strength to better serve members.
5 Takeaways From First Quarter Credit Union Performance Data
William Hunt
Inflation, war, and uncertain futures have reshaped members’ needs in 2026. What does credit union performance data from the first quarter of 2026 say about household budgets, inflation pressures, and more?
New Highs For Equity Markets Despite Iran And Oil Prices
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
New Graduates Face A Cautious Job-Hiring Landscape
Tony Waltrich
Today’s job market is shaped by skills based expectations, with employers slowing entry level hiring and placing greater emphasis on applied experience.
A Credit Union Journey Into Cryptocurrency And Stablecoins
Savana Morie
St. Cloud Financial is betting on digital assets to protect member relationships and future relevance. It’s picked up lessons for other leaders along the way.
Balancing Growth And Risk In Uncertain Lending Environments
Callahan & Associates
Traditional risk tools alone aren’t enough. Portfolio protection must evolve to meet members within the lending experience itself.
The Line Between Growth And Impact Was Blurry. Wright-Patt Decided To Redraw It.
Savana Morie
The Ohio cooperative is refining the role of its foundation to clarify what belongs within the credit union and what belongs under its charitable arm, strengthening focus and long term strategy for both.
Smarter Scheduling Delivers Faster Service And Lower Costs For 4Front Credit Union
Callahan & Associates
The credit union migrated its on-premises contact center and implemented workforce management software to maximize efficiency, minimize costs, and provide a better member experience.
Carpe Diem! The NCUA Deadline For Comment On Bailout Funds Merger Is Here.