By turning March 25 into “325 Day,” the credit union helped launch a civic celebration that has become an annual event.
VSECU participates in a number of programs to improve the lives of the members and communities it serves. Serious support for a range of groups and projects should not be surprising coming from the second-largest credit union in Vermont one that prides itself on being a values-based organization that publicly focuses on member economic prosperity,
Three ways credit unions are delivering on a promise to support members, neighborhoods, communities, and more.
Member-directed giving, values-based programs, and the cooperative spirit all guide VSECU’s efforts to leave a positive impact on its community.
Five cooperatives provide the final piece of public-private funding needed to launch a 277-unit project in suburban King County.
A scholarship program in North Carolina provides more than $1 million annually to statewide community colleges for continuing education and career planning.
Afena FCU partners with a local foundation to take on payday lenders with long-term, low-rate loans with a savings component and financial counseling.
Ent, Genisys, and Corning credit unions have each taken different approaches to offer much-needed support to area establishments.
Locating call centers across its North Carolina footprint maximizes building space for SECU and provides jobs in high unemployment areas.
A history with nonprofits and actively listening to community partners helps Heather McKissick lead her to team to excel in three high-impact areas at University FCU.
Congress is considering new legislation around cryptocurrency, and these new tools could have profound implications for the industry.
A partnership with the Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University has helped the credit union reduce reports of elder fraud by as much as 50%.
Faced with post-pandemic talent challenges, Desert Financial put a new spin on gathering and responding to employee feedback.
From employee engagement to community impact and beyond, these are the initiatives credit unions must focus on to stay aligned and prepared for the challenges ahead.
Three more credit union chiefs with tech backgrounds show how they adapt and innovate – and how other cooperatives can, too.
Credit union chiefs with tech backgrounds show how they adapt and innovate – and how other cooperatives can, too.
The next evolution in consumer payments — and credit unions that wait risk falling behind.
Suncoast Credit Union, in partnership with WithClutch and ModernFI, hosted its inaugural Create 2025 summit in May. Attendees included eight credit unions and nine fintech companies.
Digital experiences must be a direct reflection of the care and service credit unions are known for. Here’s where to start.
The New Hampshire cooperative recently launched Service Ventures, an independent investment arm that aims to work with startups that share a commitment to operational efficiency and member experience.