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
Jesse — 2025 Nusenda Member Stories
Each year we capture stories from our more than 280,000 members and ask them about the impact Nusenda has had on their financial journeys. Learn more at Nusenda.org. Watch Jesse’s story.
Stopping the Scam—Together: How One Call Protected a Member From Significant Loss
A member visited our Lafayette branch requesting to wire $29,500 to her niece. As the Senior Advocate asked routine questions, the member appeared confused and uneasy. A review of the account revealed another red flag—a $50,000 wire had been sent just days earlier. Concerned, the Advocate contacted the trusted contact listed on the account, explaining […]
Protecting A Member From Triple-Digit Loan Terms
A member came to us after her daughter talked her into a loan to help with financial hardship. The member is deaf and had always trusted her daughter with her finances — but this time, that trust nearly cost her everything. She had taken out a loan over the weekend and already owed $4,900. The […]
The Importance Of Budgeting And Saving At All Stages Of Life
After months of building trust with a member, Chromwyll learned more about the challenges he was facing. At 72 years old, the member was still working two part-time jobs just to make ends meet. One day, he came in visibly stressed and shared everything piling up at once: his car registration was due, his phone […]
The Elmhorst Family — 2025 Nusenda Member Stories
Each year we capture stories from our more than 280,000 members and ask them about the impact Nusenda has had on their financial journeys. Learn more at Nusenda.org. Watch The Elmhorst Family’s story.
A Totaled Car Leads To Total Financial Care
A member came into the branch feeling overwhelmed after their car was unexpectedly totaled and they needed help securing a new auto loan. Kyle took the time to guide the member through the loan process, offering clear explanations and reassurance during a stressful moment. The member was approved for a new auto loan, bringing much-needed […]
FI Connect Expands with Home Improvement Lending Channel, Helping Credit Unions Access New Home Renovation Loan Opportunities
Callahan & Gallup Welcome Two Credit Unions To The Member Engagement And Financial Wellbeing Consortium
QuantyPhi Welcomes Max Bade as ALM & CECL Analyst
LAFCU, Quality Dairy partner for third annual Paczki Palooza to benefit local charities
EECU Celebrates Fresno Unified Excellence in Education Honorees
Coastal Credit Union Headquarters Renovation Earns Multiple Honors
Woodford State Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
Suntell Marks 30 Years Advancing Commercial and Agricultural Lending Technology for Community Financial Institutions
Peninsula Community Credit Union Selects Alogent’s FASTdocs to Modernize Enterprise Content Management
National Association of Latino Credit Union Professionals Honors SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union President Jose Lara with Legacy Leader Award
Family Trust Federal Credit Union recognized for housing-focused financial education efforts
Gulf Winds Welcomes Christopher Tenney as Vice President of Cybersecurity
Humanidei Welcomes Carolyn Reeves as Leadership & Organizational Development Consultant
Coastal Credit Union and Foundation Earn Four Awards from Carolinas Credit Union Foundation
Family Trust Federal Credit Union Hosts Coffee & Connections Event for Fort Mill Business Community
$9 Million in Grants Awarded to 23 North Carolina Non-Profits by SECU Foundation
Rize Credit Union Adds CU Student Choice’s Student Loan and Refinance Solutions
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 13, 2026
Vizo Financial’s 2026 Risk Management Conference to Feature Education on AI Risk, Cyber Threats & Payments Fraud
Meriwest Community Foundation Celebrates Transformative Inaugural Year of Impact
Energy One Federal Credit Union Implements AI-Powered Calculators from Appli
NASCUS Supports NCUA Regulatory Modernization While Urging Clarity, Consistency, and Strong Supervisory Foundations
LendKey Surpasses $8 Billion in Loan Originations, Accelerating Growth for Credit Unions and Banks Nationwide
Capital Area Federal Credit Union Renews Core Processing Partnership with Synergent
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
FI Connect Expands with Home Improvement Lending Channel, Helping Credit Unions Access New Home Renovation Loan Opportunities
Callahan & Gallup Welcome Two Credit Unions To The Member Engagement And Financial Wellbeing Consortium
QuantyPhi Welcomes Max Bade as ALM & CECL Analyst
LAFCU, Quality Dairy partner for third annual Paczki Palooza to benefit local charities
EECU Celebrates Fresno Unified Excellence in Education Honorees
Coastal Credit Union Headquarters Renovation Earns Multiple Honors
Woodford State Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
Suntell Marks 30 Years Advancing Commercial and Agricultural Lending Technology for Community Financial Institutions
Peninsula Community Credit Union Selects Alogent’s FASTdocs to Modernize Enterprise Content Management
National Association of Latino Credit Union Professionals Honors SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union President Jose Lara with Legacy Leader Award
Family Trust Federal Credit Union recognized for housing-focused financial education efforts
Gulf Winds Welcomes Christopher Tenney as Vice President of Cybersecurity
Humanidei Welcomes Carolyn Reeves as Leadership & Organizational Development Consultant
Coastal Credit Union and Foundation Earn Four Awards from Carolinas Credit Union Foundation
Family Trust Federal Credit Union Hosts Coffee & Connections Event for Fort Mill Business Community
$9 Million in Grants Awarded to 23 North Carolina Non-Profits by SECU Foundation
Rize Credit Union Adds CU Student Choice’s Student Loan and Refinance Solutions
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 13, 2026
Vizo Financial’s 2026 Risk Management Conference to Feature Education on AI Risk, Cyber Threats & Payments Fraud
Meriwest Community Foundation Celebrates Transformative Inaugural Year of Impact
Energy One Federal Credit Union Implements AI-Powered Calculators from Appli
NASCUS Supports NCUA Regulatory Modernization While Urging Clarity, Consistency, and Strong Supervisory Foundations
LendKey Surpasses $8 Billion in Loan Originations, Accelerating Growth for Credit Unions and Banks Nationwide
Capital Area Federal Credit Union Renews Core Processing Partnership with Synergent
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
Community Credit Union Renews Core Processing Partnership with Synergent
Quavo Unveils Industry’s First AI-Powered Analyst Delivering End-to-End 24/7 Dispute Automation
CUES Announces Mark Robnett as New Board Chair
Virginia Business Announces Chartway Credit Union as One of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Virginia for Second Consecutive Year
Cooperative Credit Union Association Launches Data Strategy Assessment Initiative Powered by Arkatechture
St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Surpasses 10 Bitcoin in Digital Asset Vault Milestone