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
Looking Out For Members’ Safety Whenever Possible
Glacier Hills Credit Union
Julie took a call from an older member that has been involved in lots of fraud situations and has multiple warnings on her account. One of those warnings is no more debit cards due to excessive amount of fraud in the past on them. This was the reason the member was calling, to get a […]
Celebrations For A Member’s Cap And Keys
OceanAir Federal Credit Union
The Micro Member Experience is our way of adding a personal touch to our services. On occasion, we reach out to our members with small gestures that make a big difference. Whether it’s a handwritten note, a personalized financial tip, or a surprise token of appreciation, these moments are to remind members that they’re an […]
Storage And Staff Help After A Tornado
When a tornado struck in 2021, Credit Union of Texas came together to help neighbors. It provided pods for families to store household goods while they worked to clear out destroyed homes and sent staff volunteers to support on-the-ground recovery efforts.
A Bear And A Boost To Send A Young Member Off To College
OceanAir Federal Credit Union
The Micro Member Experience is our way of adding a personal touch to our services. On occasion, we reach out to our members with small gestures that make a big dillerence. Whether it’s a handwritten note, a personalized financial tip, or a surprise token of appreciation, these moments are to remind members that they’re an […]
A Branch Family Awaits Its Newest Member
OceanAir Federal Credit Union
The Micro Member Experience is our way of adding a personal touch to our services. On occasion, we reach out to our members with small gestures that make a big dillerence. Whether it’s a handwritten note, a personalized financial tip, or a surprise token of appreciation, these moments are to remind members that they’re an […]
Financial Independence Makes Golden Years Brighter
CSE Federal Credit Union
For Jackie and David, retirement didn’t look the way they imagined. Between bills, limited income, and no room for life’s little joys — like Jackie’s favorite thing to eat, ice cream — they found themselves relying on their kids more than they wanted to. Then, thanks to a little encouragement from their daughter, Rachel, they […]
Illinois State Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify to Modernize Deposit Automation and Drive Digital Transformation
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Partners with Orange County Department of Education to Celebrate 2026 Orange County Teachers of the Year
SECU’s Cooperative Model Prioritizes Member Value and Community Impact
Seaboard Federal Credit Union Extends Partnership with Synergent
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $4 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Support Military Heroes and Children in Need
QuantyPhi Launches ALM360, a Unified Balance Sheet Management Platform for Credit Unions
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 05, 2025
AccuAccount Wins Best-in-Class Loan Management System at IBSi Global FinTech Innovation Awards (GFIA) 2025
Maine Family Federal Credit Union Donates $15,000 to Support Hunger Relief in Maine
Coastal Credit Union Announces Leadership Promotions in Lending Division
EECU’s Mobile Branch Brings Financial Services to Rural Fresno County Residents
Cloudvirga’s New Integration With ICE PPE Enables Loan Officers To Shop Rates, Validate Eligibility And Manage Locks Within Horizon POS
5Point Credit Union Partners with Arkatechture to Enable Historical Data Analysis and Personalize Member Experience
From Orchard to Outreach: Christian Financial Celebrates Autumn with Annual Giveback
Princeton Federal Credit Union Appoints Dana Caragine as President/CEO
Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation Scholarship Program Now Accepting Applications
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: November 28, 2025
Redwood Credit Union launches holiday gift and porch-to-pantry food drives
Advia Credit Union Introduces BNPL Program to Provide Members with Financial Advantage
Vizo Financial’s December 2025 Education Calendar
From Excellence to Legacy: CUES Names 2025 Award Honorees and Hall of Fame Inductee
Maine Credit Unions Surpass October Fundraising Goal to Fight Food Insecurity
EECU Celebrates Fresno County Educator of the Year Awards
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: November 21, 2025
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Wins Three Awards from the Marketing Association of Credit Unions
ebankIT and Alogent join forces to transform digital banking and payments for financial institutions
CRIF Celebrated on Nasdaq Tower for Advancing Credit Union and Auto Dealer Partnerships
Hancock Federal Credit Union Signs with Synergent for New Core and Technology Agreements
SAFE Credit Union to Combine with BECU
GARDEN SAVINGS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION RAISES $15,000 FOR BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF COASTAL AND NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
Illinois State Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify to Modernize Deposit Automation and Drive Digital Transformation
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Partners with Orange County Department of Education to Celebrate 2026 Orange County Teachers of the Year
SECU’s Cooperative Model Prioritizes Member Value and Community Impact
Seaboard Federal Credit Union Extends Partnership with Synergent
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $4 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Support Military Heroes and Children in Need
QuantyPhi Launches ALM360, a Unified Balance Sheet Management Platform for Credit Unions
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 05, 2025
AccuAccount Wins Best-in-Class Loan Management System at IBSi Global FinTech Innovation Awards (GFIA) 2025
Maine Family Federal Credit Union Donates $15,000 to Support Hunger Relief in Maine
Coastal Credit Union Announces Leadership Promotions in Lending Division
EECU’s Mobile Branch Brings Financial Services to Rural Fresno County Residents
Cloudvirga’s New Integration With ICE PPE Enables Loan Officers To Shop Rates, Validate Eligibility And Manage Locks Within Horizon POS
5Point Credit Union Partners with Arkatechture to Enable Historical Data Analysis and Personalize Member Experience
From Orchard to Outreach: Christian Financial Celebrates Autumn with Annual Giveback
Princeton Federal Credit Union Appoints Dana Caragine as President/CEO
Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation Scholarship Program Now Accepting Applications
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: November 28, 2025
Redwood Credit Union launches holiday gift and porch-to-pantry food drives
Advia Credit Union Introduces BNPL Program to Provide Members with Financial Advantage
Vizo Financial’s December 2025 Education Calendar
From Excellence to Legacy: CUES Names 2025 Award Honorees and Hall of Fame Inductee
Maine Credit Unions Surpass October Fundraising Goal to Fight Food Insecurity
EECU Celebrates Fresno County Educator of the Year Awards
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: November 21, 2025
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Wins Three Awards from the Marketing Association of Credit Unions
ebankIT and Alogent join forces to transform digital banking and payments for financial institutions
CRIF Celebrated on Nasdaq Tower for Advancing Credit Union and Auto Dealer Partnerships
Hancock Federal Credit Union Signs with Synergent for New Core and Technology Agreements
SAFE Credit Union to Combine with BECU
GARDEN SAVINGS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION RAISES $15,000 FOR BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF COASTAL AND NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
SchoolsFirst FCU’s Kristin Crellin Named 2026 CSUF Vision & Visionaries Distinguished Alumna
Coastal Credit Union’s Creighton Blackwell Inducted into African American Credit Union Hall of Fame
Hanscom Federal Credit Union Selects Corelation’s KeyStone to Advance Its Members First Mission and Long-Term Innovation
Credit Union West Partners with Arkatechture to Advance Enterprise Data & Analytics Capabilities
Vizo Financial Launches DefaultSleuth to Help Credit Unions Shift from Reactive Collections to Proactive Risk Prevention
For Immediate Release – Natco Credit Union Appoints Tim Frame as President/CEO