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
A Light At The End Of The Tunnel
Marshland Credit Union
An older gentleman and his wife came in to consolidate some credit card debt. They had five high-interest credit cards, and no card was lower than 25%, with most carrying significant balances. They paid more than the minimum payment every month but were still spinning their wheels, making progress on the owed balances very slowly. […]
From A Birthday Wish To An Act of Kindness
During our daily birthday calls, a Trax employee connected with a long-time member of 25 years and wished her a “Happy Birthday.” While thanking the employee for the birthday wishes, the member asked whether Trax also makes other types of outreach calls. The employee shared that we do and asked what she had in mind. […]
From Produce Aisle To Business Owner
FirstLight Federal Credit Union
The member was a long-time employee at a local produce market in Bonifay, Holmes County, Florida, where they worked for more than 20 years and built deep industry knowledge along with a long-held dream of owning their own market. When the member decided to pursue that goal, the primary barrier was access to startup capital […]
A Helping Hand In A Moment Of Need
Commodore Perry Federal Credit Union
“When a member of ours unexpectedly had a gap in SNAP benefits and needed funds for groceries, we stepped in to provide a short-term loan to cover essential food costs. Beyond the loan, we connected the member with local community resources to ensure they had ongoing support and access to necessities. This intervention not only […]
From Panic To Relief
Marshland Credit Union
“An older couple came in one day inquiring about a loan. They had several high-interest credit cards, county property taxes due, vehicles that needed tires, and a letter from the IRS stating that it was owed money and they only had a small window to pay. They were low income, retired, and in a panic. […]
Peace Of Mind During A Season Of Change
Desco Federal Credit Union
Long-time members visited our branch feeling anxious about a needed new roof. The members are a married couple, comprised of a husband who is the sole income earner and a homemaker who maintains a very intentional budget. The income earner has a retirement date set for next year, which will result in a bit less […]
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Huntington Beach Credit Union Appoints Aron Harrington as President/CEO
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TriUnity Foundation Receives Largest Single Investment to Date with Donation from Google
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SECU Foundation Awards $300,000 Grant to Legal Aid of NC to Expand Services in Rural Areas
Alogent Celebrated as a 2025 Metro Atlanta Top Workplace for Second Consecutive Year
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EECU Makes Homeownership More Attainable with Expanded Loan Options
Appli CEO Tim Pranger to Present AI-Powered Financial Calculator Solutions at FinovateFall 2025
Orianna Valentine Recognized as Certified Credit Union Manager through CUES Emerge Program
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New admin portal in Cloudvirga’s Tropos borrower platform puts lenders in the driver’s seat
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