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
Credit Union Shows Up For Immigrant Families
Our Marketing & Community Development Manager regularly reaches out to the director of our local Ethnic Support Council. But during her most recent meeting, the tone had changed. ICE has become an increasing presence in our area, resulting in many immigrant families who are too afraid to leave their homes at this time, effectively turning […]
Celebrating Mortgage Payoff And Longstanding Membership
Affinity Federal Credit Union
A long-time member wrote to us, wishing to express their sincere appreciation for the invaluable assistance provided throughout the mortgage payoff process. They were pleased to announce that their mortgage has been fully satisfied, a milestone that marks the beginning of their retirement years with a deep sense of peace of mind and gratitude. Proudly […]
Service From The Heart Provides Comfort And Dignity For A Member
Junet’s compassion and quick thinking made a critical difference for a longtime Member who lives with a disability and depends on delivery apps for food. After experiencing fraud, the Member received a new debit card but could not read the numbers. With her nurse unavailable for several days, she called us desperate for help. Junet […]
Bringing Goals Within Reach
When she first came to our credit union in late 2020, our member knew what she wanted: better credit and more control over her finances. Her credit score was in the low 600s, and she was unsure where to begin. Working one-on-one with an EECU member service specialist made the difference. Together, they created a […]
Looking Out For Members’ Safety Whenever Possible
Glacier Hills Credit Union
Julie took a call from an older member that has been involved in lots of fraud situations and has multiple warnings on her account. One of those warnings is no more debit cards due to excessive amount of fraud in the past on them. This was the reason the member was calling, to get a […]
Celebrations For A Member’s Cap And Keys
OceanAir Federal Credit Union
The Micro Member Experience is our way of adding a personal touch to our services. On occasion, we reach out to our members with small gestures that make a big difference. Whether it’s a handwritten note, a personalized financial tip, or a surprise token of appreciation, these moments are to remind members that they’re an […]
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Alogent’s FASTdocs Earns Finalist Spot in CreditUnions.com’s 2026 Innovation Series for Employee Enablement
Vizo Financial Named 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner for Fourth Consecutive Year
EECU Sponsors Clovis Unified’s Latino Student Success Conference
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 27, 2026
Quavo Named Winner of the 2026 CreditUnions.com Innovation Series Fraud Prevention and Resolution Category
For Immediate Release – Peake Federal Credit Union Appoints Stacie Sloan as President/CEO
Vizo Financial’s April 2026 Education Calendar
CreditUnions.com Wraps Up The 2026 Innovation Series
LAFCU to host free Shred Day event April 25
36 Innovators, One Transformative Program: Introducing the 2026 CUES Emerge Cohort
2026 ALM First Financial Institute Wraps Up with Insightful Key Takeaways after 3-Days of Learning
Sound Credit Union Welcomes Jamie Mullenix as SVP/Chief People and Culture Office
Day 1 of ALM First Financial Institute Kicks Off with Economic Overview, Depository Trends & Timely Insights
For Immediate Release – Securityplus Federal Credit Union Elevates Strategy and Lending Leadership with Key Executive Moves
Orsa Credit Union Selects Appli to Modernize Digital Member Experience
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SchoolsFirst FCU Partners with Friends of Sacramento Arts for the 2026 Heroes of Arts Education Gala
BAXTER CREDIT UNION (BCU) ANNOUNCES CEO SUCCESSION PLAN
Kemba Credit Union Selects Arkatechture as Strategic Data Analytics Partner
LAFCU promotes Morgan Pray to vice president of ATM/ITM operations
Women make up 60% of the workforce at 3Rivers Federal Credit Union
ACUMA Recognized with Great Benefits Award from Mployer
LAFCU promotes longtime employee Kim Hengsbach to assistant collections manager
ACUMA Welcomes Three New Board Members
eDOC Innovations and Advanced Fraud Solutions Partner to Bring Deposit Fraud Intelligence to Credit Union Check Imaging
Indiana Members Credit Union Celebrates Bottleworks Headquarters Grand Opening and 70th Anniversary
Maine Credit Unions Expand Financial Education with New Curriculum Focused on Protecting Assets and Preventing Fraud
LGE Community Credit Union honored with MemberXP Best of the Best Award
Illinois Credit Union League Announces New Young Professional Associate Director Position
FMSI and Appli Partner to Help Credit Union Branches Drive Member Revenue
Alogent’s FASTdocs Earns Finalist Spot in CreditUnions.com’s 2026 Innovation Series for Employee Enablement
Vizo Financial Named 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner for Fourth Consecutive Year
EECU Sponsors Clovis Unified’s Latino Student Success Conference
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Quavo Named Winner of the 2026 CreditUnions.com Innovation Series Fraud Prevention and Resolution Category
For Immediate Release – Peake Federal Credit Union Appoints Stacie Sloan as President/CEO
Vizo Financial’s April 2026 Education Calendar
CreditUnions.com Wraps Up The 2026 Innovation Series
LAFCU to host free Shred Day event April 25