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 Conversation Saves Thousands Of Dollars
Affinity Federal Credit Union
A member wished to express sincere appreciation for the care and guidance provided by a staff member during a recent visit to our Edison, NJ, branch. Feeling overwhelmed by outstanding debt, the member sought assistance. Through a comprehensive consultation, they took out a debt consolidation loan that will save them thousands of dollars in interest […]
Financial Security Through All Stages Of Life
Northern Communities Credit Union
NCCYou believes every member has a story. We recently produced a short video, in partnership with Old Saw Media, that captures a few of these stories, featuring real people from Minnesota who were willing to share how our credit union has made a difference in their financial lives. Watch the video here.
A Grateful Member Brings Pastries
Mrs. Lauer had just finished using the coin machine and then sat in the lobby. I walked over and gently asked if she needed anything. She mentioned she still had a transaction to complete, so I assured her I’d take care of everything while she remained seated and comfortable. After finishing the transaction, I brought […]
Chase’s Path To ‘Yes’
Chase walked into iQ with one goal: an engagement ring for the woman he loved. As a new borrower, he initially qualified for a portion of what he needed. After explaining this, the assisting iQ crew member — who was newly certified as an FiCEP financial counselor — offered to help Chase build a savings […]
A Simple Act Of Kindness Goes A Long Way
Riverfront Federal Credit Union
I was given a communication from a member who could communicate solely via snail mail. The member was trying to get their accounts straightened out on their own and it wasn’t going well. I started by writing a simple letter. The member had no friends or family that could help with their finances. They had […]
From Searching To Settled: A First-Time Homebuyer’s Journey With OnPath
OnPath Federal Credit Union
For as long as she could remember, Olivia Stallan knew she wanted to be a teacher. Raised primarily by her mother, she learned early the value of independence and planning for the future. After earning her degree from LSU, she followed her career to New Orleans and quietly dreamed of one day owning a home […]
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Corporate Central Promotes Hunter Cliffgard to Investment Analyst
CRIF Select Appoints Robert Christini as Senior Vice President of Sales
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Credit Union League of Connecticut Rebrands as Connecticut’s Credit Unions; Services Arm Relaunches as cuVoyant
Redwood Credit Union welcomes Jay Tkachuk as Chief Information Officer
EECU Sponsors Community Events Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy
Seven Credit Unions Select myCUmortgage as Their Home Loan Partner
Corporate One Federal Credit Union Marks More Than 70 New Connections to Immediate Payment Rails in 2025
BCU WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC HONORED AT KEHRER GROUP’S 2025 TOP DIRECTORS AWARDS
Corporate Central Welcomes Vikram Israni to Board as Jay Magulski Retires
Coastal Credit Union Foundation Awards Nearly $1 Million in Community Grants
Family Trust Federal Credit Union Named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions 2026 List
Blask and Randall Earn Certified Wisconsin Credit Union Leader Designation Through Leadership Institute
Sound Credit Union Welcomes Ian Crawford To Their Business Lending Team
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