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 Family Tradition Of Food And Finance
Visit one of Austin’s Galaxy Cafe locations and you’ll instantly feel welcome. Cafe co-owner Kelly C. says that’s how he feels when he visits UFCU. Kelly has been a UFCU member since he started out in the food-service industry as a dishwasher in 1989. In 2004, the original Galaxy Cafe opened in South Austin, the […]
Turning A Homeownership Dream Into A Reality
For Henry, buying a first home from out of state could have been a complicated and stressful experience, but with GreenState Credit Union, it was smooth, personal, and even inspiring. From start to finish, the process took about a month. With most communication handled through text, email, and DocuSign, Henry appreciated how efficient and easy […]
Building Futures, One Youth Account At A Time
I recently helped a mother who visited our branch with questions about our youth accounts. She was clearly interested in making informed financial decisions for her children, so I took the time to walk her through our youth account options in detail. I explained the benefits, features, and long-term value of starting financial education early. […]
Big Dreams Wrapped In A Custom Bow Tie
Lake Trust Credit Union
Bleu Bowtique, a men’s clothier in Detroit, started from humble beginnings. Ne’Gyle Beaman’s passion for fashion gave him the idea to make custom bow ties, which he started selling at local craft fairs. But when it was time to scale his business, he couldn’t find funding for the equipment he needed. His business was in […]
Guiding Generations Toward Financial Confidence
I recently helped a member who had opened a share and a checking account based on a recommendation she had received from her friend but had yet to make the final decision to move her entire relationship to Redwood Credit Union. Our member stated she has received positive feedback from friends and RCU and wanted […]
From Summer Home Upgrade To Smart Debt Relief
A Patelco Credit Union member came in to inquire about a home equity loan as he was planning on renovating his summer home. Originally, he requested $75,000 to cover the renovation expenses, however, during our assessment we uncovered the member has debt at quite high interest rates outside of Patelco. Our team brought up the […]
State Employees’ Credit Union Announces 2025 Community Shred Day Events
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 14, 2025
A Tribute to Ed Fox: Honoring the Life and Leadership of Mid-Atlantic Corporate’s Former CEO
Unitus Community Credit Union Celebrates Former Board Chair’s Induction to AACUC Hall of Fame
Unitus Community Credit Union Celebrates International Community Heart Award Winners
BCU PRESIDENT, CEO MIKE VALENTINE RECOGNIZED WITH HERB WEGNER MEMORIAL AWARD, THE CREDIT UNION MOVEMENT’S HIGHEST NATIONAL HONOR
Rivermark Donates $3 Million to Rebuilding Together PNW
LGE Community Credit Union honored with MemberXP ‘Best of the Best’ Award
Vizo Financial Wins Third Consecutive Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award
Envisant Acquires IronSafe Software System
ORIGENCE ANNOUNCES GENERAL BRADFORD SHWEDO AS A KEYNOTE SPEAKER FOR LENDING TECH LIVE ’25 CONFERENCE
Chartway Ventures Welcomes Jennifer Addabbo and Samantha Paxson to Board
Boiling Springs Branch is Truliant’s Latest in Upstate S.C. Expansion
USSFCU Hosts Kenyan Delegation for Insightful Discussion on Global Financial Cooperation
Southeast Financial Credit Union Signs New Core Agreement with Synergent
EECU Sponsors Disaster Preparedness Workshop
FORUM Credit Union Selects CULA Vehicle Leasing Program
Service One Credit Union Announces Matt Hutcheson as Chief Financial Officer
LAFCU expands finance team with two new appointments
Deadline nears for LAFCU essay contest offering $20K in scholarships
EECU Crowned Best Credit Union and Home Loans in North SLO County
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 07, 2025
Jon Looman joins LAFCU as vice president of facilities
LAFCU wins national award for Shields Up! Phase Two in SIAA competition
New Book Helps Credit Unions Drive Purpose-Driven Growth
LGE Community Credit Union recognized with 2024 Gold Level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation
SchoolsFirst FCU Enhances Partnership with Los Rios Community College District
United Federal Credit Union Names Josh Munoz Mortgage Advisor in Fort Smith
GTE Financial Celebrates 90th Anniversary with Exclusive Offers and Exciting Events for Tampa Bay Lightning Fans
Intelligent Banking Solutions Launches SAFIRE-IQ
State Employees’ Credit Union Announces 2025 Community Shred Day Events
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 14, 2025
A Tribute to Ed Fox: Honoring the Life and Leadership of Mid-Atlantic Corporate’s Former CEO
Unitus Community Credit Union Celebrates Former Board Chair’s Induction to AACUC Hall of Fame
Unitus Community Credit Union Celebrates International Community Heart Award Winners
BCU PRESIDENT, CEO MIKE VALENTINE RECOGNIZED WITH HERB WEGNER MEMORIAL AWARD, THE CREDIT UNION MOVEMENT’S HIGHEST NATIONAL HONOR
Rivermark Donates $3 Million to Rebuilding Together PNW
LGE Community Credit Union honored with MemberXP ‘Best of the Best’ Award
Vizo Financial Wins Third Consecutive Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award
Envisant Acquires IronSafe Software System
ORIGENCE ANNOUNCES GENERAL BRADFORD SHWEDO AS A KEYNOTE SPEAKER FOR LENDING TECH LIVE ’25 CONFERENCE
Chartway Ventures Welcomes Jennifer Addabbo and Samantha Paxson to Board
Boiling Springs Branch is Truliant’s Latest in Upstate S.C. Expansion
USSFCU Hosts Kenyan Delegation for Insightful Discussion on Global Financial Cooperation
Southeast Financial Credit Union Signs New Core Agreement with Synergent
EECU Sponsors Disaster Preparedness Workshop
FORUM Credit Union Selects CULA Vehicle Leasing Program
Service One Credit Union Announces Matt Hutcheson as Chief Financial Officer
LAFCU expands finance team with two new appointments
Deadline nears for LAFCU essay contest offering $20K in scholarships
EECU Crowned Best Credit Union and Home Loans in North SLO County
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 07, 2025
Jon Looman joins LAFCU as vice president of facilities
LAFCU wins national award for Shields Up! Phase Two in SIAA competition
New Book Helps Credit Unions Drive Purpose-Driven Growth
LGE Community Credit Union recognized with 2024 Gold Level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation
SchoolsFirst FCU Enhances Partnership with Los Rios Community College District
United Federal Credit Union Names Josh Munoz Mortgage Advisor in Fort Smith
GTE Financial Celebrates 90th Anniversary with Exclusive Offers and Exciting Events for Tampa Bay Lightning Fans
Intelligent Banking Solutions Launches SAFIRE-IQ
SECU Foundation Strengthens Support for Students, Communities with $1.95 Million Commitment to Public Fellows Internship Program
Maine Credit Unions Raise Nearly $1.5 Million to Address Food Insecurity
Cumberland County FCU President & CEO Announces Retirement After 36 Years of Service
NASCUS Partners with the Tennessee and Mississippi Credit Union Association to Launch New Introduction to Credit Union Examination Training
ALM First Caps 30th Anniversary Celebration with Impact Report
CU Strategic Planning Applauds Intact CDFI Fund Budget Following Brief Government Shutdown