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League News: January 2025

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Jan 26, 2026
By Hannah Higgins
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Credit Unions: Fighting Hunger Across Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, one in eight people face hunger. For children, it’s one in six. Learn how Wisconsin’s credit unions are combatting food insecurity across the state through their support of local food banks, community gardens, agribusiness lending, and more.
You can check out this video plus more stats and stories in our new 2025 Scorecard website! These materials will be shared with lawmakers next week at our annual State Government Affairs Conference. There's still time to join!

CU Management School Scholarships Available
Are you interested in becoming a more dynamic and effective leader through The Credit Union Movement's longest-running professional development program? Apply for a Foundation scholarship and receive up to $2,500 in funding towards earning your CCUE! Applications now open through February 28. Apply >>

Are You a Young Professional? Get in on the HYPE and "Crash" Convention!
For the 16th year, The League will host HYPE (Helping Young Professionals Engage) at Convention, which will allow up to 20 young credit union employees to attend The League Convention May 13-15 in Madison and take part in special sessions with top industry leaders and featured Convention speakers. Apply by 3/20. Learn More >>

Become a Certified Credit Union Financial Counselor - Registration Now Open
The Foundation's partnership with CU Difference and America’s Credit Unions trains credit union staff as professional financial counselors through the Financial Counseling Certification Program (FiCEP). FiCEP is designed for credit union staff who work in financial counseling, collections, and loan departments, or any other staff members who are committed to helping members gain control of their financial future.

The cost of this program is significantly subsidized by The Foundation. Registration is now open through 4/10, but act fast -- registration is limited to 100! Learn More >>
 

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January 27
State Government Affairs Conference
Be an active credit union participant and influencer on issues directly impacting Wisconsin credit unions! Register >>

January 29-April 23
Branch Manager Boot Camp Series
This exciting, four-part series focuses on the next generation manager who will be leading the vital transformation to client relationship management and an active advisory environment for the member to achieve financial goals.
Register >>

February 14-22
Foundation Fitness Fundraiser
Choose your activity, grab a partner, bring the kids, bring the pets and then get out there and work it for The Foundation. Run, walk, ski, sled, shovel your walk, dance or find your yoga zen and enjoy! Register >>

February 25
YP Boot Camp
Our first YP Boot Camp of 2026 will be a virtual event. Our speakers will present top-of-mind content in an interactive and engaging format. There will also be time for conversation and exchange of ideas with your young professional colleagues from across the state. Register >>

March 1-5
ACU's Governmental Affairs Conference
Join thousands of credit union professionals in Washington, D.C., where you’ll engage with lawmakers and make a lasting impact on the credit union industry. Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC) is the credit union industry's largest and most impactful advocacy event. Register >>

March 4-5
Collections Conference
You won’t want to miss this premiere and interactive event for credit union collections professionals. Early bird discount through February 1! Register >>

March 11-12
Women's Leadership Summit
Celebrate Women’s History Month at the Women’s Leadership Summit—an immersive educational retreat focused on Rest, Restore, and Reconnect. Early bird discount through 2/12! Register >>

April 1
Compliance Roundtable
Join a member of The League's compliance team as they lead a discussion on the latest changes in regulations and need to know information to keep your credit union in compliance. Bundle discount available. Register >>

May 13-15
The League Convention
We can't wait to see you in Madison - our beautiful state capital and major center of The Credit Union Movement!

 

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ICYMI: CUs in the News, December 2026
Whether it's giving back, awarding scholarships, creating community, providing innovative solutions, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here's how Wisconsin's credit unions supported their members and communities in December!

Simpson Illustrates Unintended Consequences of 10% Rate Cap
In light of continued discussion about credit card interest rate caps, a message to members of Congress sent Monday shared data illustrating how a 10% APR cap on credit unions would unintentionally harm consumers, including many credit union members who depend on that source of credit. 

CoVantage Cares Just Donated $26K to Meals on Wheels of Stevens Point
Meals on Wheels of Stevens Point is among 12 nonprofits receiving funds from the CoVantage Cares Foundation's 10th annual Giving Tuesday campaign, according to a community announcement.


About The Author

 Hannah Higgins is the Communications and Events Coordinator for The Wisconsin Credit Union League.