Impact Strategies From July 2022
July 25, 2022
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A look back at stories from the last month showcasing how credit unions are making a difference in ways that go way beyond just banking.
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Making An Impact – And Getting Results
July 22, 2022
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Callahan’s 2021 Impact Survey shows the variety of ways credit unions are making a difference in their communities and advancing the industry’s philosophy of “people helping people.”
Lessons From A Fintech’s First Year
July 11, 2022
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Nearly 12 months after the launch of Dora, a credit union-backed fintech, one executive looks back at lessons learned and what comes next.
Impact Strategies From June 2022
June 27, 2022
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Think there’s no room for creativity in banking? Think again. These stories from the last month reveal a host of new ways credit unions are finding to serve members and make a difference in their communities.
How 3 Credit Unions Tackle Systemic Issues
June 20, 2022
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Special loan programs at cooperatives across the country address equity, financial deserts, emergency aid, and climate change.
A Call For Cooperatives To Close The Racial Homeownership Gap
June 6, 2022
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GreenState Credit Union has committed $1 billion toward home loans for communities of color. CEO Jeff Disterhoft is rallying the entire industry to take similar steps.
Crowdsourcing For A Cause: How Blue FCU Plans To Ease The Down Payment Pinch
June 6, 2022
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The Wyoming-based credit union is testing a program that rewards members for contributing to a fund to help other members more easily afford a down payment on a home.
Inclusive Lending For First-Time Homebuyers Turns Dreams Into Reality
June 6, 2022
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A program at Carolina Foothills FCU targets low-income borrowers with flexible underwriting practices, financial education, and partnerships with public, private, and nonprofit groups.
DC Credit Union’s Decade Of Changing Young Lives
May 9, 2022
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Since its launch in 2010, the credit union’s Summer Youth Employment Program has helped young members earn an income, save money, and build financial wellness.
4 Ways Credit Unions Make Tax Time Less Taxing
April 11, 2022
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Through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, cooperatives help prep and file tax returns for underserved community members.
Impact Strategies From July 2022
A look back at stories from the last month showcasing how credit unions are making a difference in ways that go way beyond just banking.
Making An Impact – And Getting Results
Callahan’s 2021 Impact Survey shows the variety of ways credit unions are making a difference in their communities and advancing the industry’s philosophy of “people ...
Lessons From A Fintech’s First Year
Nearly 12 months after the launch of Dora, a credit union-backed fintech, one executive looks back at lessons learned and what comes next.
Impact Strategies From June 2022
Think there’s no room for creativity in banking? Think again. These stories from the last month reveal a host of new ways credit unions are ...
How 3 Credit Unions Tackle Systemic Issues
Special loan programs at cooperatives across the country address equity, financial deserts, emergency aid, and climate change.
A Call For Cooperatives To Close The Racial Homeownership Gap
GreenState Credit Union has committed $1 billion toward home loans for communities of color. CEO Jeff Disterhoft is rallying the entire industry to take similar ...
Crowdsourcing For A Cause: How Blue FCU Plans To Ease The Down Payment Pinch
The Wyoming-based credit union is testing a program that rewards members for contributing to a fund to help other members more easily afford a down ...
Inclusive Lending For First-Time Homebuyers Turns Dreams Into Reality
A program at Carolina Foothills FCU targets low-income borrowers with flexible underwriting practices, financial education, and partnerships with public, private, and nonprofit groups.
DC Credit Union’s Decade Of Changing Young Lives
Since its launch in 2010, the credit union’s Summer Youth Employment Program has helped young members earn an income, save money, and build financial wellness.
4 Ways Credit Unions Make Tax Time Less Taxing
Through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, cooperatives help prep and file tax returns for underserved community members.
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Innovation At The Speed Of Payments (Part 2)
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Credit union leaders share how they’re navigating the fast lane of payments innovation — balancing speed, trust, and tech to meet rising member expectations.
Innovation At The Speed Of Payments (Part 1)
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Credit union leaders share how they’re navigating the fast lane of payments innovation—balancing speed, trust, and tech to meet rising member expectations.
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Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
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Modern check processing strengthens trust, cuts costs, and fights fraud. Credit unions can boost efficiency and member service by replacing outdated systems with secure, real-time infrastructure.
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Agent credit card programs offer a scalable, low-risk way to deliver competitive products and cutting-edge technology that enhances member experience and drives growth.
Ask An Analyst: How Is Gen Z Reshaping Payments?
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In a rapidly evolving payments landscape, Gen Z prefers simpler, frictionless systems.
From Approval To Account: 7 Benefits Of Instant Loan Funding
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What’s In A Name: Chief Member Services Officer
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Todd Link is redefining member service at Dupaco Community Credit Union, blending risk expertise with operational leadership to deliver secure, seamless, member-focused experiences.