CUNA Mutual Group: a partner that strengthens the CU movement

Credit unions' patronage of CUNA Mutual Group builds the collective strength of the credit union movement. Last year, this system partner not only provided credit union support but also more than $35 million to credit union leagues and associations, the National Credit Union Foundation and its Credit Union Development Education program, the Filene Research Institute and other credit union organizations; $962 million in benefits paid to domestic credit union policyholders; and more than $1.2 billion in benefits paid to domestic policyholders.

But CUNA Mutual Group's support also extends far beyond financial support. To help ensure the future of credit unions and meet the financial needs of 94 million credit union members—2.3 million of whom live in Wisconsin—the company also participated in a number of initiatives last year including:

Collaboration with state Leagues and national associations

Political advocacy and a dedicated Corporate and Legislative Affairs team working to support the future of the credit union industry, including advocacy on the tax exempt status of credit unions, critical mortgage lending reform, the IRS’ Unrelated Business Income Tax, and Regulation Z

Involvement to address credit card and check fraud in the credit union system

Support for financial literacy efforts through the National Credit Union Foundation, including funding and development of the Retirement Reality Fair

Scholarship funds to CUNA Management schools for credit union staff

Support for low-income members through the National Federation of Community Development Credit Unions

Each year brings new challenges and new unknowns. As credit unions navigate the uncertain terrain ahead, CUNA Mutual Group is there, every step of the way.