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
Help During Hurricane Milton
JetStream Federal Credit Union
During Hurricane Milton, one of our longtime members called and explained that he was in need of funds to assist with purchasing supplies for the hurricane and requested an increase on his credit card. After getting him approved almost immediately, he shared how grateful and excited he was that we were able to assist him. […]
A Consolidation Loan With A Bigger Purpose
Heritage Financial Credit Union
A young member faced a series of devastating financial challenges following the sudden death of his father. With no savings or life insurance left behind, he had to take out multiple loans to cover funeral expenses. At the same time, his credit card debt grew as he relocated for a new job, supported his mother, […]
A Path Through Grief And Uncertainty
Community South Credit Union
A member came to me with a very low credit score and limited income. Her mother had passed away the previous year, and she was still living at her mother’s residence. The member needed help navigating the probate process and was able to gather everything required from probate before coming back to complete the loan […]
Room To Breathe And Plan Ahead
Heritage Financial Credit Union
A devoted couple, long-standing members of our credit union since 2016, found themselves in a difficult financial situation as they worked to support their daughter through college while managing a mortgage and multiple auto loans. Both the husband and wife were working tirelessly to assist their daughter by covering tuition fees that were charged to […]
A Smooth Transition At The Right Time
Tennessee Members 1st Federal Credit Union
Lifestyle and accessibility needs brought long-time members to the credit union to discuss home lending options. After deciding to sell their home and move in with their daughter, they were looking for ways to make the process as smooth and worthwhile as possible. Our loan officers were able to assist them with a HELOC so […]
Relief When Income Fell Short
Commodore Perry Federal Credit Union
An out-of-state member was laid off from work and was struggling to make loan payments with the limited income he was receiving through unemployment. We were able to help by offering a no-cost skip payment on one loan and filing a debt protection claim on the other loan. Because the unsecured loan had debt protection, […]
5Point Credit Union Partners with Arkatechture to Enable Historical Data Analysis and Personalize Member Experience
From Orchard to Outreach: Christian Financial Celebrates Autumn with Annual Giveback
Princeton Federal Credit Union Appoints Dana Caragine as President/CEO
Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation Scholarship Program Now Accepting Applications
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: November 28, 2025
Redwood Credit Union launches holiday gift and porch-to-pantry food drives
Vizo Financial’s December 2025 Education Calendar
From Excellence to Legacy: CUES Names 2025 Award Honorees and Hall of Fame Inductee
Maine Credit Unions Surpass October Fundraising Goal to Fight Food Insecurity
EECU Celebrates Fresno County Educator of the Year Awards
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: November 21, 2025
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Wins Three Awards from the Marketing Association of Credit Unions
ebankIT and Alogent join forces to transform digital banking and payments for financial institutions
CRIF Celebrated on Nasdaq Tower for Advancing Credit Union and Auto Dealer Partnerships
Hancock Federal Credit Union Signs with Synergent for New Core and Technology Agreements
SAFE Credit Union to Combine with BECU
GARDEN SAVINGS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION RAISES $15,000 FOR BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF COASTAL AND NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
Silver State Schools Credit Union Selects Chris Dickman as CFO
FOURLEAF FEDERAL CREDIT UNION TRIPLES INDIRECT LENDING VOLUME AND EXPANDS NATIONALLY WITH ORIGENCE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS AND LENDING SERVICES
LAFCU welcomes new additions to its marketing team
InterLutions Adds Passionate Service Leader Amy Pals to Support Growing Credit Union Network
Redwood Credit Union and SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Host an International Delegation of Industry Leaders
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: November 14, 2025
Cloudvirga’s Loan Hub equips loan teams with modern tools for managing pipelines, tasks and borrower communication
One Nevada Ranked #1 Credit Union to Work for in 2025
Washington State College Students Innovate at First Hackathon Hosted By Sound Credit Union and UW Tacoma
Early-Bird Registration Now Open for 2026 ALM First Financial Institute
RCU donates $59,000 to expand access to healthy food for International Credit Union Day
Advia Credit Union Responds to Nationwide SNAP Benefit Reductions with Community Support
Meriwest Credit Union Officially Launches Meriwest Insurance Services
5Point Credit Union Partners with Arkatechture to Enable Historical Data Analysis and Personalize Member Experience
From Orchard to Outreach: Christian Financial Celebrates Autumn with Annual Giveback
Princeton Federal Credit Union Appoints Dana Caragine as President/CEO
Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation Scholarship Program Now Accepting Applications
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: November 28, 2025
Redwood Credit Union launches holiday gift and porch-to-pantry food drives
Vizo Financial’s December 2025 Education Calendar
From Excellence to Legacy: CUES Names 2025 Award Honorees and Hall of Fame Inductee
Maine Credit Unions Surpass October Fundraising Goal to Fight Food Insecurity
EECU Celebrates Fresno County Educator of the Year Awards
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: November 21, 2025
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Wins Three Awards from the Marketing Association of Credit Unions
ebankIT and Alogent join forces to transform digital banking and payments for financial institutions
CRIF Celebrated on Nasdaq Tower for Advancing Credit Union and Auto Dealer Partnerships
Hancock Federal Credit Union Signs with Synergent for New Core and Technology Agreements
SAFE Credit Union to Combine with BECU
GARDEN SAVINGS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION RAISES $15,000 FOR BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF COASTAL AND NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
Silver State Schools Credit Union Selects Chris Dickman as CFO
FOURLEAF FEDERAL CREDIT UNION TRIPLES INDIRECT LENDING VOLUME AND EXPANDS NATIONALLY WITH ORIGENCE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS AND LENDING SERVICES
LAFCU welcomes new additions to its marketing team
InterLutions Adds Passionate Service Leader Amy Pals to Support Growing Credit Union Network
Redwood Credit Union and SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Host an International Delegation of Industry Leaders
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: November 14, 2025
Cloudvirga’s Loan Hub equips loan teams with modern tools for managing pipelines, tasks and borrower communication
One Nevada Ranked #1 Credit Union to Work for in 2025
Washington State College Students Innovate at First Hackathon Hosted By Sound Credit Union and UW Tacoma
Early-Bird Registration Now Open for 2026 ALM First Financial Institute
RCU donates $59,000 to expand access to healthy food for International Credit Union Day
Advia Credit Union Responds to Nationwide SNAP Benefit Reductions with Community Support
Meriwest Credit Union Officially Launches Meriwest Insurance Services
LAFCU celebrates graduates of financial education program aimed at strengthening community financial stability
Employee-Led Giving at 3Rivers Drives $1.5M+ in Community Impact
One Nevada Named a 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces Winner
LAFCU offering $10,000 in grants to help individuals improve their financial futures
CU STUDENT CHOICE MARKS 18 YEARS OF SERVICE WITH WORDS OF WISDOM AND SCHOLARSHIP DOLLARS
Family Trust Federal Credit Union Renames Charitable Foundation