The Michigan cooperative is going against the grain of other FIs by serving moderate to low-income members, opening new branches, and tapping CDFI funds to lend to people in need.
Nusenda Credit Union works with community partners to identify and support borrowers shut out of traditional lending.
The Virginia cooperative leverages a government-guaranteed loans program to help local business owners make an environmental difference.
At Together Credit Union, ensuring pillars aren’t silos is at the heart of creating a change culture based on data and collaboration.
Collecting data for the Impact Framework, Callahan & Associates has learned impact varies depending on institution and community — and that’s OK.
Five cooperatives provide the final piece of public-private funding needed to launch a 277-unit project in suburban King County.
Financial literacy is a strong priority for credit unions, which offer general counseling in various areas of finance as well as a variety of topical education.
Focusing on front-line employees helps credit unions better serve their members and communities.
1st Financial combines the right products with direct engagement to help underbanked residents build credit and financial security.
An impact benchmark is a worthwhile endeavor, but community impact doesn’t stop — or even start — with a number.
Half of Americans feel financially secure, yet one in five is suffering. A consortium of credit unions is changing the narrative by focusing on emotional engagement and trust.
Six credit union leaders share how they are balancing innovation and governance while deploying new tools.
Six credit union leaders share how they are balancing innovation and governance while deploying new tools.
After an anxious 2025, CFOs and observers across the industry are preparing for the year ahead — for better or for worse.
Quality payments are a hallmark of the ACH Network. Follow the rules and do right by members.
The next big storm in the Gulf isn’t an “if,” it’s a “when,” but the small Gulf-area credit union has a plan to help the community get back on its feet when the time comes.
Craft breweries demonstrate how commitment to value, operational agility, and community focus can ignite growth and drive property.
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Discover how First Alliance Credit Union is redefining success by putting values and member needs at the heart of everything it does.
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.
What Is Community Impact? Callahan Has The Data.