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People Before Profit Stories

Whether it’s helping a member escape predatory lending, rebuild credit, weather an illness, save for a home, or simply be given a second chance, credit unions are uniquely equipped to provide a lifeline when other financial institutions can’t or won’t. Check out our collection of stories below--all submitted by Wisconsin's credit unions. Have your own story you'd like to share? Submit your story here.



Story Collection

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Paying Off Medical Debt

Dec 01, 2018
  • Rainy Day Support - Medical Bills
Our member was overwhelmed by credit card debt due to a medical issue.
stories_t_winnebago community credit union

Credit Unions Run in the Family

Dec 01, 2018
  • Above & Beyond Service
In 1972 a member borrowed $1,500 to purchase a 1966 Ford F100.
WESTconsin Credit Union

Giving Members the Courage to Live Out Their Dreams

Dec 01, 2018
  • Supporting Main St
An engineer decided to quit his day job and fully dedicate his career to his growing side business.
stories_t_westby coop credit union

Lend a Hand Day

Dec 01, 2018
  • Charity & Community Service
We closed our offices on Columbus Day for a "Lend a Hand Day," where our 140+ employees volunteered 1,000 of service.
stories_t_valley communities credit union

Lower Rates for Members in Good Standing

Dec 01, 2018
  • Membership Perks
We want to help members with less-than-perfect credit.
The Difference - Unison Credit Union

Assisting a Single Dad

Dec 01, 2018
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
A single dad with child support payments, a mortgage, credit card bills, personal loans, and an aging mother in his care wasn't able to pay down his obligations no matter how many hours he worked.

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From accounts of above and beyond member service, to granted second chances, to responses to disaster, to meeting community needs, to returning funds back to their members through patronage, and more—your stories educate policymakers and the public about their banking options and are vital to preserving The Credit Union Difference.

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