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
Compassion Meets Credit
Our call center representative, Marcela, helped a non-member trying to take over his ill brother’s auto loan. When the member passed away without a will, Marcela coordinated with our collections team to pause repossession and support the grieving family. She then helped the sister become a member and secure a personal loan to retain the […]
From Transaction To Connection
Western Vista Federal Credit Union
This summer, one of our members stopped by the branch to make a quick deposit. As we chatted, she mentioned that she’d just finished her last round of chemotherapy. Her whole face lit up when she said it. You could feel the joy radiating from her. I congratulated her, and she smiled, her voice catching […]
Paycheck Program Eases Shutdown Fears
Navy Federal Credit Union
This spring, Army Veteran Cassandra Clouse was concerned about the impact a possible government shutdown would have on her finances. Now an engineer at the Air Force Research Lab in Ohio, Cassandra feared an indefinite furlough, which would leave her without income she needed to pay regular bills. At the time, Cassandra had taken out […]
“Mr. Mayor” Finds His Way Home
Navy Federal Credit Union
When Air Force Veteran Gil Petrosino didn’t return from his daily walk in Lake Elsinore, CA, his wife Sherry feared the worst. As she searched the town, she spotted a crowd — and to her relief, Gil, in his 80s, was at the center, flanked by a police car and the town’s mayor, Natasha Johnson. […]
Nobody Else Came But Her
Navy Federal Credit Union
Navy Federal Credit Union is known for safeguarding its members’ financial health — but for Angelo Stone, the credit union’s care extended far beyond the expected. A loyal member since Navy Federal protected him from fraud years ago, Stone’s appreciation deepened last fall when assistant branch manager Joi Parker came to his rescue during a […]
Every Moment Matters — And These Belong To Blue
After the devastating loss of their son, Doug and Ramona were faced with overwhelming decisions and expenses. Thankfully, Lou from Blue stepped in — not just as a professional, but as a friend. From notarizing documents to helping with final arrangements, Lou supported them with dignity and heartfelt care. It’s this kind of service that […]
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LendKey and Member Student Lending Announce Third Annual $20,000 Scholarship Program
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