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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

stories_t_shoreline credit union

Financial Freedom is Key

Jul 21, 2023
  • Addressing Elder Financial Abuse
A member of ours was a victim of elder abuse and fraud, and her debts were leaving her with only $200 per month to spend on groceries and other basic costs.
stories_t_sentry credit union

From Debt to Downpayment

Jul 21, 2023
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
A member was looking to get out of debt and manage her credit cards in a financially responsible way.
Royal Credit Union

A New Pavilion & Splash Pad

Jul 12, 2023
  • Charity & Community Service
Royal Credit Union’s Foundation, which supports organizations and initiatives that impact education, health, and the arts, recently donated $100,000 to the Whelan Ave.
WESTconsin Credit Union

The WESTconsin Scholarship Program

Jul 07, 2023
  • Charity & Community Service
We recently provided fourteen $1,000 scholarships to area high school seniors as part of the WESTconsin Scholarship Program.
stories_t_holy family memorial credit union

Guaranteed Loan Program for Medical Debt

Jul 01, 2023
  • Rainy Day Support - Medical Bills
Our SEG partner Holy Family Memorial hospital had a problem where their patients could not pay in full within the terms of payment for the hospital.
stories_t_summit credit union

Joining the Global Alliance for Banking on Values

Jun 14, 2023
  • Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
We recently joined the prestigious Global Alliance for Banking on Values, which is an international network of financial services leaders dedicated to global, values-based banking.

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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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