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stories_t_me employees credit union

An Impromptu Member Service Curbside Plan

Jan 01, 2019
  • Above & Beyond Service
As a one-branch credit union building a new facility next to our old one, we faced a challenge when our builder informed us that we would need to close for three weeks, as it would not be safe to have members walking through the jobsite.
Fox Communities Credit Union

Making a Difference with Mittens

Jan 01, 2019
  • Charity & Community Service
Since 2009, Fox has sponsored a Mitten Toss at a Green Bay Gamblers hockey game, and all the mittens collected go to 20 low wealth schools in the Green Bay area.
CoVantage Credit Union

Reviving a Business District

Jan 01, 2019
  • Supporting Main St
In 2018, CoVantage was awarded a $776,500 Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) grant to improve blighted business and real estate within the CoVantage charter area.
stories_t_connexus credit union

There for Life Transitions

Jan 01, 2019
  • Fostering Financial Literacy
An older woman regularly visits our branch to make transactions.
The Difference - Avestar Credit Union

"Thank You For Your Help & Kindness"

Jan 01, 2019
  • Above & Beyond Service
“Thank you so much for your help and kindness this year.” “Thank you for always being there for me when I needed help financially.”
WESTconsin Credit Union

Escape From Payday Same Day

Dec 01, 2018
  • Escaping Predatory Lending
After a couple had experienced a job loss, they sought out a payday lender to get caught back up on their mortgage.
WESTconsin Credit Union

No More Check Cashing Fees

Dec 01, 2018
  • Escaping Predatory Lending
A new member was set up with his checking account and his first payroll check was deposited from his new employer.
stories_t_southern lakes credit union

Even Small Loans Can Make a Big Difference

Dec 01, 2018
  • Home Loans
A member had received a mailer from a finance company offering to lend her $750 for $70/ month on a 26-month term.
Prospera Credit Union

Taking the Time

Dec 01, 2018
  • Auto Loans
One of our branch managers assisted a longstanding member with a $600+ loan that he needed to replace his tires in 2018.
stories_t_corporate central credit union

Rewarding Our Members

Dec 01, 2018
  • Paying Dividends
We thanked our members with a Member Loyalty Reward at the end of 2018 by paying a 5.81% dividend on all perpetual contributed capital (PCC) balances for the month of December
stories_t_premier financial credit union

Interest Saved

Dec 01, 2018
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
We saved a member over $30k in interest by changing their 20-year fixed camper loan at 6%+ interest to a 15-year balloon at a lower rate.
stories_t_wisconsin medical credit union

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.
stories_t_teachers credit union

Helping Homeless Students

Dec 01, 2018
  • Charity & Community Service
We may be the smallest credit union in town but we are one big family!
The Difference: Taylor Credit Union

Rebuilding Credit, Rebuilding Health

Dec 01, 2018
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
A member's father was a victim of fraud, leading to emotional distress and early signs of dementia.
stories_t_superior choice credit union

Great Debt Pay Down Competition

Dec 01, 2018
  • Fostering Financial Literacy
We partnered with Lutheran Social Services (LSS) Financial Counseling to hold a year-long Great Debt Pay Down competition.