The Member Story Project
The Member Story Project celebrates the powerful, personal moments between credit unions and the people they serve. Through heartfelt stories of real-life impact, this initiative highlights the moments when credit unions made a meaningful difference. Whether they offered support during a crisis, helped a dream come true, or simply showed up when it mattered most, these stories speak volumes.
They reflect the essence of the credit union movement: real people helping real people. We hope they inspire you as much as they inspire us.
Do you have a story to share? We’d love to hear it. Submit your story here and be featured on CreditUnions.com.
The Member Story Project is sponsored by Callahan & Associates
No Drive-Thru? No Problem!
At our Cypress branch, we don’t have a drive-thru — but that didn’t stop one of our incredible team members from going the extra mile. When a member who had recently undergone hip surgery arrived and needed assistance with a withdrawal, Sophia didn’t hesitate. She stepped outside and walked right up to the member’s vehicle […]
A Commitment To Security
Affinity Federal Credit Union
An Affinity member contacted us to recognize the outstanding service provided by one of our senior specialists during a recent fraud-related incident. What initially appeared to be an unauthorized credit card transaction ultimately revealed a more serious situation involving unauthorized access to the member’s bank account. Through her attentiveness and keen listening skills, our representative […]
Preventing A Scam And Creating Member Loyalty
A member came in requesting a $9,000 cash withdrawal. She initially worked with one of our tellers, who asked standard questions about the purpose of such a large cash withdrawal. After this, the member stepped outside to make a phone call, then returned and asked the assistant branch manager (ABM) to process the withdrawal instead. […]
Exceptional Care During Change
Marie assisted a long‑time member, age 78, who has relied on Call 24 telephone banking for nearly 28 years to manage her finances. Because the member does not drive, the transition to the new virtual assistant, PAT, felt overwhelming and frightening. She called in extremely upset and anxious, sharing concerns about speaking sensitive information out […]
Guidance, Trust, And A Path To Homeownership
Sidney Federal Credit Union
When I first met this member two years ago, she was seeking a small personal loan to cover car repairs. She was concerned about being approved due to ongoing health issues that limited her ability to work regular hours. She had already been denied by other financial institutions and decided to apply with us as […]
How One Employee’s Attention To Detail Protected A Member At Her Most Vulnerable Moment
When Amy answered a routine incoming call, nothing immediately suggested this interaction would turn into a powerful example of why vigilance — and heart — matter so much in member service. The caller claimed to be a member requesting access to online banking. But almost right away, small details didn’t line up. The voice on […]
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Coastal Credit Union Hires Allison Liston, VP of Legal and Compliance
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Illinois Credit Union League Applauds Passage of Legislation Extending Implementation of the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act to July 1, 2027
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 29, 2026
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LAFCU awards $20,000 in scholarships through annual essay contest
SchoolsFirst FCU Partners with Classroom of the Future Foundation to Celebrate 23rd Annual Innovation in Education Awards
Chartway Wins Eight 2026 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence and Industry Awards
eDOC Innovations Hosts Successful Advanced Fraud Solutions TrueChecks Webinar Focused on Fraud Prevention for Financial Institutions
Corporate One Names Jeff Blake Senior Vice President, Head of Human Resources
Gulf Winds Celebrates Older Americans Month with $5,000 Donation to the Escambia County Alabama Area Agency on Aging
CREDIT UNION OF COLORADO FOUNDATION AWARDS $110,000 IN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Chartway Credit Union Continues Growth with Two New Branches
Gulf Winds Foundation Awards up to $45,000 in Scholarships to Five Members
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Celebrates School Employee Appreciation Night at May 1 Angels Game
Tower Federal Credit Union Earns Great Place to Work® Certification™ Eight Years in a Row!
Gulf Winds Credit Union Strengthens Senior Leadership Team with Executive Promotions
CUNA Strategic Services and Association of Vermont Credit Unions Launch Statewide Initiative to Drive Credit Union Growth, Combat Fraud, and Accelerate Innovation
BCU EARNS 2026-2027 GREAT PLACE TO WORK CERTIFICATION™
Chartway’s Week of Giving Brings Utah Communities Together for Celebrations and Sell-Out Fundraising Event
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Expands Across California With Seven New Branches
Five credit unions earn California’s Cal IIP Awards with assistance from CU Strategic Planning
3Rivers Credit Union Foundation Surpasses $132,000 in Community Giving During First Half of 2026
MERGER PLANNED FOR HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES CREDIT UNION (HACU) AND BAXTER CREDIT UNION (BCU)
Centris Federal Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify SaaS Platform to Modernize and Streamline Enterprise Deposit Processing
Hartford Federal Credit Union Chooses Synergent as Partner for Core Processing and Integrated Services
Quavo Fraud & Disputes Releases 2026 State of Dispute Management Performance Report
Credit Unions Reach 250+ Shared Member Stories Reflecting The People-First Purpose Of The Movement
NASCUS Urges Regulatory Modernization and Greater Clarity for State-Chartered Credit Unions in Comments to NCUA
Coastal Credit Union Hires Allison Liston, VP of Legal and Compliance
Coastal Credit Union Now Live with CashBack+ Credit Card Rewards
Tower Federal Credit Union & TowerCares Foundation Launch $250,000 for a Brighter America: A New Community Giving Initiative Supporting Military, Veterans, and Children in Need
Illinois Credit Union League Applauds Passage of Legislation Extending Implementation of the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act to July 1, 2027
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 29, 2026
Vizo Financial’s June 2026 Education Calendar
LAFCU awards $20,000 in scholarships through annual essay contest
SchoolsFirst FCU Partners with Classroom of the Future Foundation to Celebrate 23rd Annual Innovation in Education Awards
Chartway Wins Eight 2026 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence and Industry Awards
eDOC Innovations Hosts Successful Advanced Fraud Solutions TrueChecks Webinar Focused on Fraud Prevention for Financial Institutions
Corporate One Names Jeff Blake Senior Vice President, Head of Human Resources
Gulf Winds Celebrates Older Americans Month with $5,000 Donation to the Escambia County Alabama Area Agency on Aging
CREDIT UNION OF COLORADO FOUNDATION AWARDS $110,000 IN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Chartway Credit Union Continues Growth with Two New Branches
Gulf Winds Foundation Awards up to $45,000 in Scholarships to Five Members
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Celebrates School Employee Appreciation Night at May 1 Angels Game
Tower Federal Credit Union Earns Great Place to Work® Certification™ Eight Years in a Row!
Gulf Winds Credit Union Strengthens Senior Leadership Team with Executive Promotions
CUNA Strategic Services and Association of Vermont Credit Unions Launch Statewide Initiative to Drive Credit Union Growth, Combat Fraud, and Accelerate Innovation
BCU EARNS 2026-2027 GREAT PLACE TO WORK CERTIFICATION™
Chartway’s Week of Giving Brings Utah Communities Together for Celebrations and Sell-Out Fundraising Event
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Expands Across California With Seven New Branches
Five credit unions earn California’s Cal IIP Awards with assistance from CU Strategic Planning
3Rivers Credit Union Foundation Surpasses $132,000 in Community Giving During First Half of 2026
MERGER PLANNED FOR HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES CREDIT UNION (HACU) AND BAXTER CREDIT UNION (BCU)
Centris Federal Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify SaaS Platform to Modernize and Streamline Enterprise Deposit Processing