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 Simple Deposit Becomes Meaningful Financial Growth
A member visited one of our branches to make a small deposit. During the transaction, a branch employee noticed the member held a significant balance in a More Savings account. After completing the initial request, the employee quickly ran some calculations while continuing to engage with the member. They identified an opportunity for the member […]
Growing A Business With The Right Support
AmeriCU
My experience with AmeriCU has been amazing. Any time I have a question or concern, it’s addressed right away. What really stands out to me is how invested they are in helping their members succeed. When I was looking to grow my small business, my representative took the time to really understand what I needed. […]
From Stress To Stability Thanks To Listening, Advocacy, And Smart Solutions
During a support visit, a team member connected with a Patelco member who felt overwhelmed by high-interest credit card debt, including two cards at 35% APR. The member had been advised by a third-party debt consolidator to stop making payments — guidance that would have seriously harmed her credit. Recognizing the risk, the team member […]
People Helping People When It Matters Most
Service Federal Credit Union
I had the privilege of working with an elderly couple whom I grew very close to over the years. They often visited the branch alongside their daughter, who shared a deep bond with them. Through those interactions, I was able to guide them on the benefits of establishing a payable-on-death account, helping ensure their daughter […]
Care And Advice Helps A Member Improve His Credit Score And Life
Family Savings Credit Union
A member I have known for a while — we worked together at Walmart and know a few of the same people — opened an account in 2023 so he could have a place to save money that was a little harder to access. I did a soft credit pull and talked to him about […]
Better Relationships Through Thoughtful Collections
The Collections department at MyUSA is one of proactive support and realignment. Reaching out to our members that are beginning to default, MyUSA Collections reviews each member relationship and their current financial needs to find new products and solutions that proactively avoids a collections event and instead strengthens their relationship with our members. Turning what […]
$59 Billion State Employees’ Credit Union Signs with Corelation, Selecting the KeyStone Core to Enhance its Member Service Experience
$59 Billion State Employees’ Credit Union Signs with Corelation, Selecting the KeyStone Core to Enhance its Member Service Experience
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LAFCU offering $10,000 in grants to help individuals improve their financial futures
$59 Billion State Employees’ Credit Union Signs with Corelation, Selecting the KeyStone Core to Enhance its Member Service Experience
$59 Billion State Employees’ Credit Union Signs with Corelation, Selecting the KeyStone Core to Enhance its Member Service Experience
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 15, 2026
Credit Unions Demonstrate Strength And Stability In First Quarter 2026
Gulf Winds Welcomes Pete Lauter as Vice President of Wealth Management
Coastal Credit Union Foundation Announces $300k in Grants for Q1 2026
Family Trust Foundation Hosts 18th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
From Risk into Readiness: An Inside Look at Vizo Financial’s 2026 Risk Management Conference
CUES Leadership & Organizational Services Brings Tailored Strategic Solutions to the Industry
NASCUS Opens Pierre Jay Award Nominations, Reveals 2026 Summit Agenda and Speakers
ALM First Welcomes Matt Motyka as Director, Advisory Services
Free May 30 mixer to help entrepreneurs market their businesses
Greater Texas Credit Union Promotes Lisa Back to EVP
Harvard Federal Credit Union Selects Arkatechture as Its Data Analytics Partner
Redwood Credit Union celebrates local entrepreneurs during Small Business Month
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 08, 2026
Hometown Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
Indiana Members Credit Union Announces 10th Anniversary Cancer Awareness Card Beneficiary
Fort Worth Community Credit Union Announces Name Change to Worth Credit Union
Coastal Credit Union Hosts Financial Education Field Trip for Title I Students at Coastal Music Park
Vizo Financial and TCT Risk Solutions Announce Strategic Partnership to Enhance Risk Management Offerings
Redwood Credit Union Elects Board of Directors
CASE Credit Union and Team One Credit Union Announce Strategic Partnership
Alogent Earns Three Finalist Nominations at the 2026 PayTech Awards for AI Driven Fraud Prevention and Consumer and Business Payments
Quavo Fraud & Disputes Intelligence Report: Spirit Airlines Shutdown Triggers 1,000% Surge in Chargeback Claims Across Issuer Network
Meriwest Credit Union Celebrates 65 Years of Member Focused Service
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
Chartway Ranked No. 1 Credit Union in Virginia by Forbes, Earns America’s Best-In-State Honor for Fifth Consecutive Year
Clearview Federal Credit Union Expands Pittsburgh-Area Presence with Flagship Financial Center
UNITED NATIONS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION PUBLISHES 2025 IMPACT REPORT
Meriwest Credit Union Named a 2026 Best Place to Work for the Seventh Consecutive Year
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 12, 2026
Gulf Winds Welcomes Jennifer Perez as Vice President of Marketing