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Putting People Before Profit

In Wisconsin Senate District 9:


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_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.
Shipbuilders Credit Union

A “Go-To” Financial Institution

May 19, 2023
  • Above & Beyond Service
A family new to the area was struggling to find the right financial institution to fit their needs.
Fox Communities Credit Union

Dignity & Respect

May 19, 2023
  • Auto Loans
In the early ‘70s, my parents separated. My mother needed a car because she had four kids at home, but very few dealers paid any attention to her as a single woman
stories_t_summit credit union

Fraud Detection System Saves

Apr 05, 2023
  • Identity Theft Prevention & Mitigation
"I recently had someone hack into my credit card and try to put through two transactions for just over $100.00 each.
Fox Communities Credit Union

Establishing a $20k Small Business Grant Program

Aug 20, 2021
  • COVID-19 Response
This year, we established a $20,000 small business grant program to help our members attract more business.
UnitedOne Credit Union

An Onsite Branch at Ascend

Apr 01, 2019
  • Community Partnerships
Ascend Services, Inc. provides community experiences, education, and employment opportunities that promote individual growth for residents of Manitowoc County.
stories_t_summit credit union

"You Saved Me From Homelessness"

Jan 01, 2019
  • Fostering Financial Literacy
“You basically saved me from homelessness and several other awful life alternatives... I know it’s part of your job, but it made a huge difference in mine.”
stories_t_sheboygan area credit union

$20k in Interest Saved

Jan 01, 2019
  • Auto Loans
A member called to check on auto loan rates, because she felt the rate she received from another financial was high.
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_sheboygan area credit union

A Safer Place for Her Family

Dec 01, 2018
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
A single mom came in, desperately seeking help to leave her current apartment.
stories_t_premier financial credit union

Getting a Member Back on Track Every Week for a Decade

Dec 01, 2018
  • Escaping Predatory Lending
An 81 year-old, illiterate member previously used payday lenders and didn't know how much he owed, to whom, and at what interest rate.
stories_t_kohler credit union

Assisting with Social Security

Dec 01, 2018
  • Above & Beyond Service
A 91-year-old member came to us confused as to how she had a negative balance and had overdrawn her account by a hefty amount.
Fox Communities Credit Union

Rebuilding Together Fox Valley

Dec 01, 2018
  • Charity & Community Service
A disabled man in his 60s became somewhat isolated by hoarding and rarely saw his 14 grandkids.
stories_t_community first credit union

Transforming a Formerly Bankrupt Couple through Free Financial Counseling

Dec 01, 2018
  • Fostering Financial Literacy
A formerly bankrupt young couple was consistently denied for loans elsewhere.
stories_members first credit union

Stopping Scams

Apr 24, 2018
  • Addressing Elder Financial Abuse
Sometimes the best solution is knowing when not to make a loan. An elderly couple asked us for a rather substantial loan to help their grandson who was in trouble.
stories_t_holy family memorial credit union

Making Members Feel Welcome & Special

Apr 18, 2018
  • Above & Beyond Service
One member went out of their way to write us a thank you note for the many times we helped their family.
stories_t_summit credit union

Setting up a Savings Plan

Apr 01, 2018
  • Fostering Financial Literacy
A teacher suffered financial hardships including a car accident, vet bills, and car repairs.
UnitedOne Credit Union

Saving You Time

Apr 01, 2018
  • Membership Perks
We shortened members' wait times for service to 18 seconds by offering personal teller machines--similar to ATMs with audio and video access to a live teller.
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