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 Branch Rep Steps In So A Veteran Is Honored
Navy Federal Credit Union
At Navy Federal’s San Bernardino, CA, branch, former member service representative Sophia M. was helping Richard D. with his account when the conversation turned to an upcoming Vietnam Veteran “Welcome Home” pinning ceremony at a local chapter serving Disabled American Veterans (DAV). When Sophia realized Richard, a Vietnam veteran, wasn’t on the list to be […]
Rockton Jones Makes MLB Memories
Navy Federal Credit Union
Rockton Jones, a U.S. Navy veteran and Navy Federal member for more than 20 years, enjoyed a special day at Nationals Park in Washington, DC, with support from the credit union. As part of Navy Federal’s Debit Plus pilot program, Jones was invited to a member appreciation event — a Major League Baseball game featuring […]
Leading With Care When It Matters Most
For our team member Bettie, what was a routine request quickly became something more. One day, a member approached Bettie at the front line and asked to withdraw $2,000 from her savings. Although this was a routine transaction for the member, Bettie noticed she seemed unusually anxious. “I gently asked if anyone was pressuring her […]
Saving A Grieving Widow From A Scam
A couple weeks ago TDECU received this feedback from a member: “Madison and Brook have been performing exceptionally hard for me. I lost my husband and without Brook I would not have been able to bury him. Brook and Madison took care of my finances when I had a scam that almost took all my […]
Marine Hockey Team Builds Stronger Bonds On And Off The Ice
Navy Federal Credit Union
Ten years ago, Marine Tyler Bluder revived a hockey team for U.S. Marines, turning sticks and pucks into a way to keep the brotherhood alive. Today, the team brings veterans together from across the country not only to compete, but also to connect. Instead of hotels and restaurants, they share rental homes and home-cooked meals, […]
From Housing Crisis To Keys In Hand
Plus Credit Union
The “W” family has been part of our credit union for more than 22 years. What started as a connection through family has grown into a relationship built on trust, familiarity, and being there when it matters most. When their landlord unexpectedly sold their apartment, the family was given just 30 days to move. With […]
Shannon Cate Earns Certified Wisconsin Credit Union Leader Designation Through Leadership Institute
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 27, 2024
INOVA Awards Lifetime Achievement Award to Larry Sain
Corporate One’s CUSO Accolade Advisory Announces JD Pisula as New President/CEO
SECU Foundation Awards Grant to Foster Family Alliance of North Carolina to Support Enhanced Training and Onboarding
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 20, 2024
Credit Unions Chart New Territory in 2024: A Look at the Strategies Shaping the Future in the New Year
QuantyPhi Launches New CECL Validation Service to Support Credit Union Compliance and Accuracy
GTE Financial Spreads Holiday Cheer with Make Hope Real Initiative, Giving Back to Local Families
Redefining First-Party Collections: How Technology is Shaping the Future
LGE Foundation donates over $400,000 to local nonprofits
Valley First Credit Union Selects Christopher Dalman as Chief Information Officer (CIO)
SECU Foundation Initiates Phase Two Disaster Relief Package of $1.75 Million for Western North Carolina
eDOC Spreads Holiday Cheer
United Partners with The Storehouse to Provide Gifts for Local Children this Holiday Season
Elan Credit Card Donates $150,000 to American Red Cross Hurricane Relief to Support Impacted Partners
Cetera Welcomes Eglin Federal Credit Union
Cetera Announces Partnership with Citadel Credit Union
Eltropy Sets New Standard in Credit Union Vendor Consolidation Through Unified Platform Approach
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 13, 2024
Mocse Wins Award from Mastercard for Community Impact
UMassFive Awards Local Business with $10,000 UMass Athletics Advertising Package in Small Business Spotlight Contest
USSFCU Celebrates the Season of Giving with Significant Holiday Donations and Community Initiatives
Gulf Winds Invites the Community to Take Part in Food Drives Benefiting Local Pantry Partners
SECU Foundation Supports North Carolina Museum of Art Foundation’s Artist Innovation Mentorship Program
UMassFive Donates Hundreds of Winter Coats and Clothing Items
Alogent Announces the Successful Deployment of Unify at FedChoice Federal Credit Union
Unitus Community Credit Union Celebrates 2024 with $744,866 in Community Giving
Coastal and Truliant Credit Unions Partner to Launch Credit Union Auto Marketplace
Coastal and Truliant Credit Unions Partner to Launch Credit Union Auto Marketplace
Shannon Cate Earns Certified Wisconsin Credit Union Leader Designation Through Leadership Institute
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 27, 2024
INOVA Awards Lifetime Achievement Award to Larry Sain
Corporate One’s CUSO Accolade Advisory Announces JD Pisula as New President/CEO
SECU Foundation Awards Grant to Foster Family Alliance of North Carolina to Support Enhanced Training and Onboarding
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 20, 2024
Credit Unions Chart New Territory in 2024: A Look at the Strategies Shaping the Future in the New Year
QuantyPhi Launches New CECL Validation Service to Support Credit Union Compliance and Accuracy
GTE Financial Spreads Holiday Cheer with Make Hope Real Initiative, Giving Back to Local Families
Redefining First-Party Collections: How Technology is Shaping the Future
LGE Foundation donates over $400,000 to local nonprofits
Valley First Credit Union Selects Christopher Dalman as Chief Information Officer (CIO)
SECU Foundation Initiates Phase Two Disaster Relief Package of $1.75 Million for Western North Carolina
eDOC Spreads Holiday Cheer
United Partners with The Storehouse to Provide Gifts for Local Children this Holiday Season
Elan Credit Card Donates $150,000 to American Red Cross Hurricane Relief to Support Impacted Partners
Cetera Welcomes Eglin Federal Credit Union
Cetera Announces Partnership with Citadel Credit Union
Eltropy Sets New Standard in Credit Union Vendor Consolidation Through Unified Platform Approach
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 13, 2024
Mocse Wins Award from Mastercard for Community Impact
UMassFive Awards Local Business with $10,000 UMass Athletics Advertising Package in Small Business Spotlight Contest
USSFCU Celebrates the Season of Giving with Significant Holiday Donations and Community Initiatives
Gulf Winds Invites the Community to Take Part in Food Drives Benefiting Local Pantry Partners
SECU Foundation Supports North Carolina Museum of Art Foundation’s Artist Innovation Mentorship Program
UMassFive Donates Hundreds of Winter Coats and Clothing Items
Alogent Announces the Successful Deployment of Unify at FedChoice Federal Credit Union
Unitus Community Credit Union Celebrates 2024 with $744,866 in Community Giving
Coastal and Truliant Credit Unions Partner to Launch Credit Union Auto Marketplace
Coastal and Truliant Credit Unions Partner to Launch Credit Union Auto Marketplace
Vizo Financial Named 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner for Fourth Consecutive Year
EECU Sponsors Clovis Unified’s Latino Student Success Conference
Suntell launches AI-powered SpreadIQ™ to accelerate tax return analysis and underwriting workflows
ORIGENCE ANNOUNCES DAYMOND JOHN AS KEYNOTE SPEAKER FOR LENDING TECH LIVE ’26 CONFERENCE
ELGA Credit Union Completes Acquisition of Marine Bank
Heartland Credit Union Selects Aaron Rios As New CEO