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
Supporting A Mother Through Loss
Logix Federal Credit Union
Through Logix’s WOW Program, team members are empowered to show care for members in meaningful, personal ways. When a mother visited the branch to request a loan for her son’s funeral, a team member took time to listen as she shared memories of her 20-year-old son and the impact he had on others. Our team […]
Language Support Fosters True Inclusion
Priscilla’s commitment to language support is more than a job — it’s a way to build genuine connections. She uses bilingual support regularly in her role, making sure every member feels welcome and understood. Priscilla had the chance to deliver holiday gifts to a family adopted by iQ. The mother’s gratitude was overwhelming, and her […]
A Membership That Feels Like Family
Richard’s connection to education began early, watching his mother work at the school he attended. When he decided to follow a similar path, she helped him get his start. That journey eventually led him to the Orange County Department of Education, where he has spent the past 25 years teaching at juvenile hall. Richard knows […]
Warmth When A Member Needs It The Most
Western Division Federal Credit Union
During the extreme cold spell at the end of January, one of our members experienced a complete furnace failure at the worst possible moment. We processed her loan within just a few hours. She had the funds she needed the same day, replaced her furnace, and had heat by the following morning.
‘The First Place I Ever Banked’
The pandemic had taken a toll on Emily, leaving her in a financial hole that felt impossible to climb out of. Without an account anywhere, paying back collections was nearly impossible. After being turned down by three other financial institutions, iO was her last chance. We asked what brought her to us. Her answer: “This […]
Looking Closer Made All the Difference
Logix Federal Credit Union
Logix’s WOW Program encourages team members to look beyond the surface and advocate for members. While helping a member review her account, a team member noticed suspicious activity and took extra time to investigate. The review uncovered unauthorized charges made by a caregiver. The member shared she had undergone back surgery and had limited mobility. […]
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EECU Awards $100K in Grants to Help Students Reach Their Goals
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Algebrik AI and Kinective Partner to Streamline Lending from Application to Signature
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Vizo Financial’s July 2025 Education Calendar
Algebrik AI Strengthens Leadership Team with Appointment of Lending Industry Veteran Jennifer Hernandez
Algebrik AI Partners with TruStage™ to Offer Embedded Lending Protection Products Through the Loan Origination Journey
Meriwest Credit Union Shines in Silicon Valley Business Journal’s Table of Experts
Meriwest Credit Union Partners with Enable Technologies Inc. to launch Meriwest Business Express program
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 18, 2025
Coastal Credit Union Foundation and Carolinas Credit Union Foundation Award Scholarship Funds to Sixteen Students
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Supports Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Through Event Participation and In-Branch Fundraising Activities
Meriwest Credit Union Partners with Insuritas to Launch Full-Service Insurance Agency
Six Credit Unions from Across the U.S. Partner with myCUmortgage
Corelation Welcomes Seven New Credit Unions in Second Quarter 2025, Totaling $9.8 Billion in Assets
Centra Credit Union Named Best-In-State Credit Union for 2025 by Forbes
Tower Federal Credit Union Welcomes Brad Giese as New Vice President/Information Security Officer
SECU Foundation Awards Western Youth Network $1.5 Million Grant for New Resource Center
PRESS RELEASE – New Bedford Credit Union Forges Strategic Technology Partnership with Synergent
Hartford Federal Credit Union Selects James Kane as Senior Vice President – Operations
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 11, 2025
Alogent’s Unify Platform Named “Best Consumer Payments System for Banks & FIs” at 2025 PayTech Awards
InterLutions and Acumen Financial Advantage Collaborate to Deliver Consultative Executive Benefit Services for Credit Unions
LGE Community Credit Union recognized by Forbes on America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions list
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Lobby to Support Healing and Hope in CHOC’s New Outpatient Tower
Southland Credit Union Announces Retirement of President/CEO, Thomas Lent
Tower Federal Credit Union Earns Great Place to Work® Certification—Seven Years in a Row!
Acadia Federal Credit Union Extends Longstanding Partnership with Synergent
EECU Awards $100K in Grants to Help Students Reach Their Goals
Affordability is Top Driver for Consumers Leasing Vehicles, according to New CULA Survey
Alloya Corporate FCU Facilitates Multi-Issuer Auto Loan Securitization
SchoolsFirst FCU Team Members Help Harvest 6,000 Pounds of Produce on Credit Union Industry’s Development Education Day of Service
Algebrik AI and Kinective Partner to Streamline Lending from Application to Signature
Winthrop Area Federal Credit Union Renews Partnership with Synergent
Vizo Financial’s July 2025 Education Calendar
Algebrik AI Strengthens Leadership Team with Appointment of Lending Industry Veteran Jennifer Hernandez
Algebrik AI Partners with TruStage™ to Offer Embedded Lending Protection Products Through the Loan Origination Journey
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 6, 2026
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SchoolsFirst FCU’s Kristin Crellin Named 2026 CSUF Vision & Visionaries Distinguished Alumna
Coastal Credit Union’s Creighton Blackwell Inducted into African American Credit Union Hall of Fame
Hanscom Federal Credit Union Selects Corelation’s KeyStone to Advance Its Members First Mission and Long-Term Innovation