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Capitol Eyes 7.9.20

Jul 09, 2020
  • Advocacy
Yesterday, the Governor's Task Force on Student Debt held its fifth teleconference on combating the student debt crisis in the state of Wisconsin.

Saver’s Sweepstakes® Offering Summer Relief Program

Jun 16, 2020
  • The CU Difference
  • Press
With the COVID-19 pandemic disrupting both daily life and personal finances, The Wisconsin Credit Union League’s Saver’s Sweepstakes® is offering more opportunities to win cash prizes just for saving.

“People Helping People” & Social Justice: A Message from The League

Jun 11, 2020
  • The CU Difference
The credit union philosophy of “People Helping People” is practiced by Wisconsin’s credit unions without exception or limitation. As a Movement, we are core-committed to providing equitable and inclusive service to all members and to positively impacting communities.

Capitol Eyes 6.11.20

Jun 11, 2020
  • Advocacy
The League has elected to temporarily change Capital Eyes from a biweekly to a monthly message for June, July and August. The League is continuing our advocacy activities with state and federal officials, candidates, and regulators, ensuring we will have valuable content for the less frequent summer editions.

Capitol Eyes 5.29.20

May 29, 2020
  • Advocacy
Earlier this year, UW Credit Union President/CEO Paul Kundert was appointed by Governor Evers to serve on the Governor's Task Force on Student Debt. Kundert's presence on the Task Force ensures credit unions will continue to play a key role in working to combat the student debt crisis.

Capitol Eyes 5.14.20

May 14, 2020
  • Advocacy
State Senator Tom Tiffany (R-Hazelhurst) won Tuesday's 7th Congressional District special election, to fill the seat vacated by former Congressman Sean Duffy (R-Weston) last September.

Capitol Eyes 4.30.20

Apr 30, 2020
  • Advocacy
Last Friday, the Federal Reserve Board announced it will amend Reg. D, deleting the six-per-month limit on certain savings account transfers at a time when access to these accounts are crucial.

Wisconsin's Credit Unions Rise to the Challenges of COVID-19

Apr 23, 2020
  • More on The Movement
Wisconsin's credit unions are rising to the immense challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic to continue to serve the needs of their 3.3 million members and the communities they live and work in.

Capitol Eyes 4.17.20

Apr 17, 2020
  • Advocacy
On Wednesday afternoon, Governor Evers signed Wisconsin Act 185 in order to provide support for Wisconsinites impacted by COVID-19.

Capitol Eyes 4.3.20

Apr 03, 2020
  • Advocacy
Last week, League staff, with League Board member and Fort Community Credit Union Chief Lending Officer Danielle Frawley, participated in a call with Congressman Bryan Steil (R- Janesville) and financial services legislative aids from the Wisconsin Congressional Delegation.

WI Banks and Credit Unions Prepare to Process Payroll Protection Loans

Apr 02, 2020
  • Press
On behalf of Wisconsin’s community banks and credit unions, we want to assure the state's small businesses that we are eager to be your partner in weathering financial challenges brought on by this unprecedented pandemic.

REAL Solutions® Initiative Grant Impacts High School Students

Mar 23, 2020
  • Grants
  • The Foundation
In 2019, The League's 7 Rivers Region Chapter received a $3,000 REAL Solutions® Initiative Grant from The Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation. Here's what Janelle Black, the Fundraising Liaison for 7 Rivers, had to share about the impact this grant made for area high school students.

WI Financial Institutions Focus on Service During the COVID-19 Crisis

Mar 20, 2020
  • Press
Wisconsin financial institutions understand the importance of stable and uninterrupted delivery of important financial services, such as access to money and credit, during this time of crisis.

Capitol Eyes 3.20.20

Mar 20, 2020
  • Advocacy
While COVID-19 has disrupted everyday life across the world, Wisconsin's credit unions have worked tirelessly to meet the evolving needs of their members and communities.

Your Money is Safer in a Credit Union than in Your Pocket

Mar 19, 2020
  • More on The Movement
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is top-of-mind for just about everyone. However, one concern consumers can put to rest is about the safety of their money at a credit union. Here are four great reasons why consumers should not consider large cash withdrawals from their credit union accounts

League Annual Convention & Expo Postponement Announcement

Mar 17, 2020
  • Education & Events
In light of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and Governor Evers’s ban on gatherings of more than 50 people, the leadership of The Wisconsin Credit Union League has made the difficult decision to postpone our Annual Convention & Expo.

CU Direct Introduces Origence—A New Brand for Financial Institution Solutions

Mar 11, 2020
  • System Vendor
CU Direct, the nation’s leading developer of lending software technology for the credit union industry, announced it has launched Origence™, a new brand for its products and solutions serving financial institutions.

POSTPONED: Crystal Clear Insights with Convention's Keynote Speakers!

Mar 09, 2020
  • Education & Events
A supercharged lineup of keynote speakers at The League’s Annual Convention & Expo is sure to leave you setting your sights on big things for your credit union and The Movement!

Capitol Eyes 3.9.20

Mar 09, 2020
  • Advocacy
In late February, over 50 credit union Activists from across Wisconsin traveled to Washington D.C to participate in the 2020 Credit Union National Association Governmental Affairs Conference.

Data Privacy and Credit Unions: What to Expect in 2020

Mar 06, 2020
  • System Vendor
In a changing digital world, many consumers continually weigh convenience and customized experiences with the privacy of their personal information. Consumers become accustomed to perks like scanning their loyalty card for an extra five dollars off, seeing an ad or coupon that fits their needs, enjoying faster searching, or matching a weather report with their exact location. Simultaneously, they demand increased protection of their personal information and transparency over how the information is used.