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
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Chartway and Chartway Promise Foundation Bring Hope to Seven Promise Heroes During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
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ACUMA Selects The Bollinger Foundation as Charitable Partner
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CUSO’s CU-Save Program Delivers Major Cost Savings for Credit Unions
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ACUMA Selects The Bollinger Foundation as Charitable Partner
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Coastal Credit Union Announces Leadership Promotions in Lending Division
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5Point Credit Union Partners with Arkatechture to Enable Historical Data Analysis and Personalize Member Experience
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terling Heights, Mich., (Dec. 1, 2025) – Christian Financial Credit Union proudly hosted its annual Autumn Apple Giveback on October 13, 2025, bringing together employees ...