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
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 […]
From Housing Insecurity To Homeownership
AmeriCU
I came to this country at a young age and spent years without stable housing. Because of that, I never believed owning a home would be possible for me, especially in New York, where the process feels overwhelming. Having the right guidance changed everything. Step by step, I was helped through the process with patience […]
Trust, Vigilance, And A Timely Intervention Prevent A $70,000 Scam
When an elderly member visited the branch requesting two official checks totaling $70,000 for a cryptocurrency purchase, staff immediately recognized warning signs. Account notes showed he had recently attempted to wire the same amount for a Bitcoin investment — a request that had been declined due to multiple red flags, including hesitation and inconsistent responses. […]
A Refinance That Restored Stability
Community South Credit Union
The member came to the credit union seeking a short-term refinance to regain control of her finances. Her goal was to consolidate debt, address collections to improve her credit score, and access approximately $15,000 to help her son with college expenses. Although her current credit score did not meet secondary market guidelines, her overall financial […]
20 Years Of Trust And Personal Service
AmeriCU
I’ve been banking with AmeriCU for about 20 years, and it’s always felt personal. Every branch I’ve visited has staff who are kind, helpful, and quick to explain what options are available to fit my needs. Over time, those relationships really grew. Staff members got to know how I handled my banking, which made every […]
Listening First, Then Building A Path To Financial Stability
After building a trusting relationship over several months, our team learned that our 72-year-old member was still working two part-time jobs to make ends meet. When multiple financial pressures hit at once —vehicle registration costs, the need to replace essential work items, and a delayed tax refund — he came to us for guidance. By […]
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
CU STUDENT CHOICE MARKS 18 YEARS OF SERVICE WITH WORDS OF WISDOM AND SCHOLARSHIP DOLLARS
Family Trust Federal Credit Union Renames Charitable Foundation
TW Lending Group Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
Tina Muth Promoted to Market President of Aggieland Credit Union
Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation Announces 2026 Recipients for Annual Scholarship Program
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 01, 2026
R.I.A. Federal Credit Union and Redbrand Credit Union Merger
Greater Texas|Aggieland Credit Union Earns Three National Diamond Awards for Innovative Marketing
eDOC Innovations Partners with Corelation to Deliver Seamless, Core-Connected eSignature Solutions for Credit Unions
LendKey and Member Student Lending Announce Fourth Annual $20,000 Scholarship Program
Coastal Credit Union Promotes Jennifer Gallagher to VP, Support Services & Branch Expansion
SchoolsFirst FCU Partners with North Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce for 7th Annual Heroes in Education Awards Dinner
Vizo Financial’s May 2026 Education Calendar
EECU Helps First-Generation College Students Build Credit Confidence
Coastal Credit Union Issues 2026 Impact Report
Corporate Central Expands Support for Emerging Credit Unions, Welcomes Two De Novo Members
DaLand CUSO and Corelation Advance Digital Asset Capabilities to KeyStone Credit Unions Through Coin2Core Integration
ICUL Advocacy Secures Regulatory Fee Credits for State’s Credit Unions
Callahan & Associates And CU Strategic Planning Holds Its First In-Person CDFI Executive Roundtable
LAFCU wins statewide innovation award for tackling financial instability at its roots
CU*SOUTH Board Member Cindy Lindsey Named 2026 Advocacy Ambassador
TriUnity Foundation Raises $250,000 in 2026, Expands to 13 Partners Supporting Individuals Facing Life-Threatening Illness
Indiana Members Credit Union Contributes $10,000 to Strides for Sarcoma for Cancer Awareness Card
Tower Federal Credit Union Wins Two Prestigious Diamond Awards Honoring Marketing Excellence
Redwood Credit Union relocates Ukiah branch to modern new site
Fresno Compact Honors EECU for Longstanding Commitment to Education
LAFCU promotes BethAnn Bailey and Diane Myall to leadership roles
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
CU STUDENT CHOICE MARKS 18 YEARS OF SERVICE WITH WORDS OF WISDOM AND SCHOLARSHIP DOLLARS
Family Trust Federal Credit Union Renames Charitable Foundation
TW Lending Group Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
Tina Muth Promoted to Market President of Aggieland Credit Union
Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation Announces 2026 Recipients for Annual Scholarship Program
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 01, 2026
R.I.A. Federal Credit Union and Redbrand Credit Union Merger
Greater Texas|Aggieland Credit Union Earns Three National Diamond Awards for Innovative Marketing
eDOC Innovations Partners with Corelation to Deliver Seamless, Core-Connected eSignature Solutions for Credit Unions
LendKey and Member Student Lending Announce Fourth Annual $20,000 Scholarship Program
Coastal Credit Union Promotes Jennifer Gallagher to VP, Support Services & Branch Expansion
SchoolsFirst FCU Partners with North Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce for 7th Annual Heroes in Education Awards Dinner
Vizo Financial’s May 2026 Education Calendar
EECU Helps First-Generation College Students Build Credit Confidence
Coastal Credit Union Issues 2026 Impact Report
Corporate Central Expands Support for Emerging Credit Unions, Welcomes Two De Novo Members
DaLand CUSO and Corelation Advance Digital Asset Capabilities to KeyStone Credit Unions Through Coin2Core Integration
ICUL Advocacy Secures Regulatory Fee Credits for State’s Credit Unions
Callahan & Associates And CU Strategic Planning Holds Its First In-Person CDFI Executive Roundtable
LAFCU wins statewide innovation award for tackling financial instability at its roots
CU*SOUTH Board Member Cindy Lindsey Named 2026 Advocacy Ambassador
TriUnity Foundation Raises $250,000 in 2026, Expands to 13 Partners Supporting Individuals Facing Life-Threatening Illness
Indiana Members Credit Union Contributes $10,000 to Strides for Sarcoma for Cancer Awareness Card
Tower Federal Credit Union Wins Two Prestigious Diamond Awards Honoring Marketing Excellence
Redwood Credit Union relocates Ukiah branch to modern new site
Fresno Compact Honors EECU for Longstanding Commitment to Education
LAFCU promotes BethAnn Bailey and Diane Myall to leadership roles
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
National Cooperative Bank Provides $4 Million Subordinated Debt Loan to OnPath Federal Credit Union
Tower Federal Credit Union Welcomes Darena Merdzhanova as New Vice President of Compliance
Indianapolis Star Names Indiana Members Credit Union a Winner of the Central Indiana Top Workplaces 2026 Award