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 Simple Change With Real Impact
Oswego County Federal Credit Union
A 64-year-old member of ours who lost her husband to a sudden heart attack about a year and a half ago called recently to ask for help. Since the loss of her husband, she has had to make significant changes to her budget and spending and wanted to see if there was any way to […]
Helping A Member Rebuild With Care
Commodore Perry Federal Credit Union
Early last spring, a member reached out to us in need of a new furnace for her home. During the application process, she mentioned that her credit was not in great shape, which prompted a conversation. She explained that she had lost her husband a few years ago and that prior to his passing, they […]
Creative Solutions For Lasting Security
Appalachian Community Federal Credit Union
A member of our credit union needed help purchasing the condo they were already renting. One member is on Social Security Disability and needed to remain in the condo because it is all on one level. He has mobility issues and has difficulty walking, and they did not want to move since doing so would […]
A Clear Path Toward Homeownership
Commodore Perry Federal Credit Union
A 32-year-old single father of two, both living at home, came to us for help. He has a stable job and was looking to purchase a home of his own. He came to us for savings plan and budgeting help so he could pursue a mortgage that would be more affordable in the long term. […]
Stability After Loss
Desco Federal Credit Union
Last year, I was approached by an elderly lady to help with some financial issues she had fallen upon. She shared a home with her daughter, who had unfortunately recently passed, and the two had shared expenses, which left her in financial distress. She had seven high-interest credit cards and was paying well over $580 […]
Restoring Independence Through Trust
Commodore Perry Federal Credit Union
When one of our long-standing members struggled to secure an auto loan elsewhere, we stepped in. Not only did we approve a loan as an exception, but we also helped the member find a reliable vehicle that fit within our lending guidelines. This vehicle gave the member the freedom to get to work, school, and […]
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Indiana Members Credit Union Recognized at Best Regional Credit Union by Newsweek and Indianapolis Community Choice Awards
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Registration Now Open for ALM First’s 2026 Derivatives Symposium
Corporate One Successfully Closes Inaugural Multi-Seller Prime Auto Securitization
Newsweek names Redwood Credit Union one of America’s Best Credit Unions for third year in a row
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Lowers Down Payment Requirements to Expand Mortgage Access for School Employees
Corporate Central Supercharges Business Onboarding with Next Generation Verification, powered by Middesk, in Beastro
CUNA Strategic Services Expands Sparrow Alliance to Help Credit Unions Deepen Member Relationships Beyond the Branch
Waterbury CT Teachers Federal Credit Union Selects Alogent’s FASTdocs to Modernize Enterprise Content Management and Automate Manual Processes
First Entertainment Credit Union and Nymbus Launch CineFi, First Digital Credit Union for Entertainment Professionals
Corporate Central Promotes Hunter Cliffgard to Investment Analyst
CRIF Select Appoints Robert Christini as Senior Vice President of Sales
Applications sought for $10K LAFCU Innovation for Education Grant
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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Corporate Central Welcomes Nikkita Martino as Relationship Development Manager
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Chartway Credit Union Wins Sixth Straight USA Today Top Workplaces Award
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OCEANAIR FCU TO LAUNCH SUITE OF STUDENT CHOICE LENDING SOLUTIONS