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
Spotting Red Flags Protects A Member
EECU equips our team with ongoing fraud prevention training so they can spot the warning signs of a scam early and protect the members who trust us as their financial institution. Recently, that training helped a quick-thinking representative ask the right questions and prevent a member from losing $20,000 to a romance scam. When a […]
Showing Up When Disaster Strikes
California Credit Union
When wildfires swept through parts of Los Angeles County, one California Credit Union member found himself facing more than property damage. Living on a fixed income of Social Security and retirement benefits, the uncertainty created immediate financial strain. California Credit Union’s Loan Solutions team recognized the urgency and stepped in. The team quickly put a […]
Supporting A Mother Through Loss
Logix Federal Credit Union
Through Logix’s WOW Program, team members are empowered to show care for members in meaningful, personal ways. When a mother visited the branch to request a loan for her son’s funeral, a team member took time to listen as she shared memories of her 20-year-old son and the impact he had on others. Our team […]
Language Support Fosters True Inclusion
Priscilla’s commitment to language support is more than a job — it’s a way to build genuine connections. She uses bilingual support regularly in her role, making sure every member feels welcome and understood. Priscilla had the chance to deliver holiday gifts to a family adopted by iQ. The mother’s gratitude was overwhelming, and her […]
A Membership That Feels Like Family
Richard’s connection to education began early, watching his mother work at the school he attended. When he decided to follow a similar path, she helped him get his start. That journey eventually led him to the Orange County Department of Education, where he has spent the past 25 years teaching at juvenile hall. Richard knows […]
Warmth When A Member Needs It The Most
Western Division Federal Credit Union
During the extreme cold spell at the end of January, one of our members experienced a complete furnace failure at the worst possible moment. We processed her loan within just a few hours. She had the funds she needed the same day, replaced her furnace, and had heat by the following morning.
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
Meriwest Credit Union Celebrates New Morgan Hill Branch, Strengthening Local Community Ties
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 06, 2026
Freedom Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
TAPP Engine’s 9Squid Private Markets: First to Democratize Securitization for All Credit Unions*
Education Foundation for California Schools Awards $280,000 in Grants to California Educators
OCCU PRESIDENT & CEO NEUMANN RETIRING; SCHUMACHER TO TAKE REINS
First Independent Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
PARK COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES $97,960 IN GRANTS THROUGH PATHWAYS TO PROSPERITY PROGRAM
Call for Entries: LAFCU’s 2026 Write to Educate Essay Contest
LAFCU and Grassroots Giving Lansing to host entrepreneurship mixer focused on lending essentials
CUES and TruStage® Launch Leadership Pathways to Expand Access to Executive-Ready Talent Across the Credit Union System
Coastal Credit Union Expands Mortgage Options with VA Loan Programs
Appli Calculator Deployment Drives 23% Conversion Rate for First Source Federal Credit Union
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: January 30, 2026
ALM First Welcomes Jennifer Walker as Director, Sales & Client Relations
Vizo Financial’s February 2026 Education Calendar
Coastal Credit Union Surpasses $6 Billion in Assets
13 families celebrate the new year in new homes thanks to RCU Community Fund’s Down Payment Assistance program
Vizo Financial Recaps Successful Year of Credit Union Education in 2025
Newsweek Names SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union One of America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions in 2026
Elan Charitable Giving Celebrates 5 Years with $250,000 in Donations
One Nevada Announces Promotions for Five Leaders
eDOC REPORTS ADOPTION GROWTH ACROSS DOCUMENT IMAGING AND eDOCSignature PLATFORMS
Arkatechture Announces Launch of AI Data Analyst Tool: ArkaIQ
Indiana Members Credit Union Recognized at Best Regional Credit Union by Newsweek and Indianapolis Community Choice Awards
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
Meriwest Credit Union Celebrates New Morgan Hill Branch, Strengthening Local Community Ties
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 06, 2026
Freedom Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
TAPP Engine’s 9Squid Private Markets: First to Democratize Securitization for All Credit Unions*
Education Foundation for California Schools Awards $280,000 in Grants to California Educators
OCCU PRESIDENT & CEO NEUMANN RETIRING; SCHUMACHER TO TAKE REINS
First Independent Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
PARK COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES $97,960 IN GRANTS THROUGH PATHWAYS TO PROSPERITY PROGRAM
Call for Entries: LAFCU’s 2026 Write to Educate Essay Contest
LAFCU and Grassroots Giving Lansing to host entrepreneurship mixer focused on lending essentials
CUES and TruStage® Launch Leadership Pathways to Expand Access to Executive-Ready Talent Across the Credit Union System
Coastal Credit Union Expands Mortgage Options with VA Loan Programs
Appli Calculator Deployment Drives 23% Conversion Rate for First Source Federal Credit Union
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: January 30, 2026
ALM First Welcomes Jennifer Walker as Director, Sales & Client Relations
Vizo Financial’s February 2026 Education Calendar
Coastal Credit Union Surpasses $6 Billion in Assets
13 families celebrate the new year in new homes thanks to RCU Community Fund’s Down Payment Assistance program
Vizo Financial Recaps Successful Year of Credit Union Education in 2025
Newsweek Names SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union One of America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions in 2026
Elan Charitable Giving Celebrates 5 Years with $250,000 in Donations
One Nevada Announces Promotions for Five Leaders
eDOC REPORTS ADOPTION GROWTH ACROSS DOCUMENT IMAGING AND eDOCSignature PLATFORMS
Arkatechture Announces Launch of AI Data Analyst Tool: ArkaIQ
Indiana Members Credit Union Recognized at Best Regional Credit Union by Newsweek and Indianapolis Community Choice Awards
ACUMA Recognized with Great Benefits Award from Mployer
LAFCU promotes longtime employee Kim Hengsbach to assistant collections manager
ACUMA Welcomes Three New Board Members
eDOC Innovations and Advanced Fraud Solutions Partner to Bring Deposit Fraud Intelligence to Credit Union Check Imaging
Indiana Members Credit Union Celebrates Bottleworks Headquarters Grand Opening and 70th Anniversary
Maine Credit Unions Expand Financial Education with New Curriculum Focused on Protecting Assets and Preventing Fraud