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Family Trust Emphasizes Community with its Credit Products and Financial Wellness Services

By: Brandon Rossman, 5/17/2022

In a Nutshell: Family Trust treats its members like family because, to the credit union, members are family. The credit union is based and headquartered in York County, South Carolina, and is open to anyone who lives, works, or worships in the county. Family Trust caters its banking services to the community and gets to know each member’s financial situation. No member is just a number. Family Trust works with members to assist them and put them in a position to be financially... read more »

Financial Plus Credit Union Takes an Innovative Approach to Designing Member-Focused Products

By: Brandon Rossman, 5/11/2022

In a Nutshell: Financial Plus Credit Union is a rapidly expanding credit union in Michigan. The credit union is based in Flint. Just two years ago, Financial Plus Credit Union opened to all residents in Michigan. The credit union partners with different financial companies to bring more credit products and services that benefit members. Financial Plus’s services focus on smart spending, saving and rebuilding credit. For its dedication to creating the next generation of helpful... read more »

BCU Promotes Employee Peace of Mind by Delivering Financial Well-Being to its SEG-Based Membership

By: Brandon Rossman, 5/4/2022

In a Nutshell: BCU offers financial services to its members while focusing on financial well-being and education. The credit union serves members throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico and partners with several companies, including Target and GEICO, to bring their employees tailored banking services for their needs. BCU makes sure its products are accessible for every situation. The credit union works to improve its members’ credit scores and get them to a place where they can... read more »

4Front Credit Union Balances Digital Innovation with Strong Branch Presence to Better Serve Members

By: Brandon Rossman, 5/2/2022

In a Nutshell: 4Front Credit Union ensures it stays up to date with its digital and physical presence. While bolstering its online offerings, the credit union is expanding to even more branches through the end of the year. 4Front’s philosophy of people helping people means its credit card, loan, and checking account services are competitive and transparent. The credit union also supports its members’ financial wellness with free educational resources online and at events. Seven... read more »

First Tech Federal Credit Union Caters to the Tech Industry with a Unique Approach to Credit Access

By: Brandon Rossman, 4/14/2022

In a Nutshell: First Tech Federal Credit Union is built by the technology community, for the technology community. The credit union provides tailored services to the world’s leading technology-oriented companies, including Microsoft, Google, Intel, and Amazon, and their employees. First Tech is a leader in technology and digital banking, and has services that help members boost their credit or start their credit journey from scratch. Its financial resources educate members so they... read more »

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Provides School Employees with Tailored Financial Resources

By: Brandon Rossman, 4/12/2022

In a Nutshell: SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union is a specialized credit union with products that cater to school employees. Any school employee can become a member, including bus drivers, janitors, and even college students in programs that require student teaching. Its card offerings have benefits perfect for school employees, such as a card with a flexible payment schedule during the summer months when school is out. School employees are the backbone of society. They are role... read more »

Financial Partners Credit Union Builds Relationships with Members to Help Improve Credit and Understand Finances

By: Adam West, 3/10/2022

In a Nutshell: For more than 85 years, Financial Partners Credit Union has helped its members build strong financial foundations to ensure they have better financial futures. The institution accomplishes that through its product line, which includes secured cards and credit builder loans that empower members to establish or improve their financial profiles. That allows them to qualify for other products with better terms and rates. Financial Partners also provides financial education... read more »

Brooklyn Cooperative Federal Credit Union’s Financial Services Help Members Build Credit

By: Brandon Rossman, 3/2/2022

In a Nutshell: Brooklyn Cooperative Federal Credit Union prides itself on providing fair and affordable financial services to its community. As a Community Development Financial Institution, the credit union is committed to giving underbanked and underserved communities access to financial services. Brooklyn Coop gives its members flexibility to access financial services with a low minimum balance requirement and low monthly checking account fees. Members who need to build credit can... read more »

Abound Credit Union Delivers Services Tailored to Member Needs and Financial Health

By: Adam West, 1/4/2022

In a Nutshell: Abound Credit Union is a leading provider of financial education in Kentucky, with over 100,000 members and 18 branch locations. Although the credit union has expanded during its more than 70-year history, it has never lost touch with its core mission. Abound partners with community organizations to spotlight financial literacy and help people make better financial decisions at all stages of life. It also gears its credit offerings and banking services toward making... read more »

Aegis Credit Union Goes Beyond Credit Scores to Deliver Access to Loan Products for Its Community

By: Adam West, 12/16/2021

In a Nutshell: Aegis Credit Union gives members access to products and services designed to build their credit scores and financial well-being while rewarding them for making on-time payments. The credit union prides itself on the diverse economic backgrounds of its members and looks at every applicant on a case-by-case basis, ensuring they are not solely defined by a mistake made years ago. With no fee credit card interest rates starting at a competitive 6.95%, its goal is to make... read more »

Skyline Financial Federal Credit Union Takes on Digital Evolution to Enhance Member Experience

By: Adam West, 12/15/2021

In a Nutshell: Skyline Financial Federal Credit Union, based in Waterbury, Connecticut, continues through a digital transformation to improve its member service and employee experience. As online banking services grow in popularity, Skyline CEO James Higgins set out to enhance the company’s remote-based offerings and align its operations with this increasingly digital landscape. The credit union promotes fair credit features while prioritizing member needs through its advocacy... read more »

OnPoint Community Credit Union Delivers Personal Service and Financial Education to Communities

By: Adam West, 10/14/2021

In a Nutshell: OnPoint Community Credit Union is the largest credit union in Oregon. However, its size doesn’t hinder its commitment to delivering quality, personalized service and education to members and communities. It offers many banking options, and the credit union team provides members the guidance and education they need to make the best financial decisions. And OnPoint Community CU's educational efforts extend beyond branches and members to public school students, inmates,... read more »

OUR Credit Union Offers Products and Support to Help Members and Communities Reach Their Goals

By: Jon McDonald, 10/4/2021

In a Nutshell: OUR Credit Union has made it its mission to benefit Michigan communities with its products and community support. OUR Credit Union offers card and loan products to help members build credit and achieve more all year long. The organization provides free financial wellness resources and services to energize communities, and it maintains a commitment to charitable giving that lifts those members most in need. When the colder weather yields in Michigan, residents often... read more »

Freedom First Credit Union Offers Something For Everyone With Beneficial Checking and Credit Products

By: Jon McDonald, 9/30/2021

In a Nutshell: Freedom First Credit Union is a Community Development Financial Institution committed to the financial success of its members, from people of modest means to those with accumulated wealth. It provides customized services tailored to its members’ specific needs, often in one-on-one sessions, in addition to no-cost financial counseling for the community. Its financial products are designed to meet the needs of low-income individuals while also incentivizing and... read more »

Georgia’s Own Credit Union Offers Flexible, Competitive Products and Accessible Financial Education

By: Jon McDonald, 9/28/2021

In a Nutshell: Georgia’s Own Credit Union has a long and storied history, but rather than letting its reputation rest on tradition, the institution strives to meet the current needs of consumers. Its variety of credit products and loans offers the flexibility to balance good interest rates and rewards, and helps people with poor credit build their credit histories to qualify for more beneficial products in the future. The credit union also provides financial education, ensuring its... read more »

Low Deposit Rates Challenge Credit Unions That Aim to Compete with Bank Technology and Accessibility

By: Jon McDonald, 9/23/2021

In a Nutshell: DepositAccounts is a digital platform that allows consumers to compare interest rates on deposit accounts from banks, credit unions, and fintech companies across the U.S. The site maintains its database through a combination of automated processes and human curation to ensure quality, updated content. Its data shows that partnerships with fintech companies can help credit unions compete with larger banks. That is especially important in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic,... read more »

Alive Credit Union: Inspiring Financial Wellness and Credit-Building with a Healthcare and Community Focus

By: Jon McDonald, 9/21/2021

In a Nutshell: Alive Credit Union began as a co-op for healthcare providers in Jacksonville, Florida, but has expanded its mission to include everyone in the city. The institution makes certified financial counselors available at its branches to advise members on the right loan products for building credit. And its membership in the Juntos Avanzamos network ensures Spanish-speaking members receive the same high level of personalized service. Through its products, services, and... read more »

United Teletech Financial Federal Credit Union Takes a Personal Approach to Engagement and Building Credit

By: Adam West, 9/2/2021

In a Nutshell: In 1960s New Jersey, Bell Labs was the hub of a tech center that was a lot like today's Silicon Valley is today. Employees there started United Teletech Financial Federal Credit Union to help them build on their success. More than 24,000 community members in three counties now count on UTF's commitment to their financial health. UTF offers a diverse card lineup, staffs each of its branches with certified financial counselors, and even provides members with a chance to... read more »

WyHy Federal Credit Union Offers Credit-Building Cards that Encourage Member and Community Success

By: Jon McDonald, 8/30/2021

In a Nutshell: Every state has its unique history, traditions, and people, and Wyoming stands out for its citizens' self-reliance. Across the state, more than 15,000 members count on WyHy Federal Credit Union to safeguard their money and help them help themselves. The credit union offers credit-building cards and loan products to encourage all Wyomians to chart their own path to a successful future. WyHy FCU also provides financial literacy resources and charitable support to the... read more »

Navy Federal Credit Union: Card Products and Financial Resources for Military Members, Veterans, and Families

By: Adam West, 8/23/2021

In a Nutshell: Many financial consumers don't realize that they qualify for a Navy Federal Credit Union membership. However, the credit union is open to all active-duty, veteran, and retired military service personnel — and their families. More than 10 million members count on Navy Federal Credit Union to deliver financial services, including extensive card products, that enable them to grow and succeed. That's all part of Navy Federal Credit Union’s dedication to working with... read more »

UW Credit Union: A Community-Focused Institution That Helps Members Build Credit and Reach Financial Goals

By: Adam West, 8/6/2021

In a Nutshell: Although UW Credit Union started as a financial institution for faculty and staff at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, its membership has broadened considerably over the years. Now, more than 300,000 members in Wisconsin and beyond count on UW Credit Union to deliver financial products and services, including a credit-building package that combines checking and savings accounts with a credit card, that help them move forward. And UW Credit Union's strong commitment... read more »

UMassFive College Federal Credit Union Helps Make a Positive Financial Impact in Members’ Lives

By: Matt Walker, 8/3/2021

In a Nutshell: Credit unions are geared toward providing personalized customer services, competitive products and resources, and engaging the community. UMassFive College Federal Credit Union in Massachusetts certainly fits this bill. The credit union has been serving the Amherst region for more than 50 years. The not-for-profit organization offers a full range of modern financial services, including products aimed at helping members establish or rebuild their credit. UMassFive also... read more »

PSECU: A Digital-First Credit Union That Empowers Members and Encourages Community Growth

By: Adam West, 8/2/2021

In a Nutshell: A few Pennsylvania state employees banded together in 1934 to start the Pennsylvania State Employees Credit Union, or PSECU, with just $90 between them. Now it's the state's largest credit union, with 480,000-plus members and more than $7.5 billion in assets. But growth hasn't occurred at the expense of values. The digital-first credit union not only offers savings on cards and other financial products to help members reach their goals, but it also invests back in the... read more »

O Bee Credit Union’s Unique Pub-Style Approach and Card Products Celebrate Its Brewery History

By: Jon McDonald, 7/26/2021

In a Nutshell: The Olympia Brewing Company was a leading employer in Washington state for decades, and was affectionately known as O Bee Co. When an employee started a credit union for its workers in the 1950s, he decided to memorialize that name. Today, O Bee Credit Union is open to everyone who lives or works in Washington, but the credit union hasn't forgotten its roots. Its pub-style branches and unique card designs connect members with local history and make O Bee Credit Union's... read more »

We Florida Financial: A Community Credit Union That Helps 45,000+ Members Save and Build Credit

By: Adam West, 7/22/2021

In a Nutshell: We Florida Financial takes a neighborly approach to member success while serving individuals and businesses in 46 Florida counties. The credit union offers card and loan products that emphasize credit-building and hosts financial education programs to teach members and communities money management skills. That’s why We Florida Financial is a good fit for financial services newcomers, those who may need some help, and even people who have recently arrived in the U.S. ... read more »

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