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Co-op Credit Union

Helping a "Catfishing" Victim When the Bank Wouldn't

Jan 01, 2024
  • Above & Beyond Service
We had a member whose primary financial was a bank. Recently, this member was "catfished" and scammed out of thousands of dollars.
Co-op Credit Union

From Betrayal to Refinanced

Nov 01, 2023
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
A couple from another financial institution came to Co-op Credit Union looking to refinance their mortgage which was ballooning.
stories_t_oakdale credit union 2024

Financial Education Workshops

Oct 05, 2023
  • Fostering Financial Literacy
In collaboration with the Juneau County Health Department, Oakdale Credit Union and other area financial institutions have worked together to provide free, quarterly financial education workshops webinars.
Co-op Credit Union

Serving the Underserved with Bilingual Staff

Oct 01, 2023
  • Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
After hearing of the death of one of our members, we reached out to his wife to offer financial assistance and to transfer all vehicle titles to her name.
Simplicity Credit Union

A New In-School Branch

Jul 21, 2023
  • Fostering Financial Literacy
Recently, Simplicity Credit Union opened a new in-school branch at Loyal Elementary.
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.
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.
Simplicity Credit Union

The Next Generation

Apr 28, 2023
  • Fostering Financial Literacy
It’s so rewarding helping the next generation learn how to responsibly build their credit and a foundation for a better future.
Simplicity Credit Union

Down Payment Plus Grant

Apr 21, 2023
  • Home Loans
We had a member that was recently divorced and wanted to purchase a home for her and her daughters.
Simplicity Credit Union

A Baby & A New Home--On the Same Day!

Apr 21, 2023
  • Above & Beyond Service
We received a call that a member was in the hospital because her water broke. She was supposed to purchase her home that afternoon, but couldn’t make it to closing since she was going to have a baby any minute.
Simplicity Credit Union

Consolidating with a 2nd Mortgage

Apr 21, 2023
  • Home Loans
An elderly member called our consumer lending team to get a vehicle loan, but they were unable to help her due to her debt ratio being too high.
Simplicity Credit Union

Thrilled!

Apr 21, 2023
  • Home Loans
We processed a home equity loan for debt consolidation, home improvement, and a vacation.
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.
UW Credit Union

Share the Love

Mar 15, 2023
  • Charity & Community Service
To celebrate Valentine's Day, the UW Credit Union team made more than 400 valentines for older adults at organizations like NewBridge Madison and United Community Center in Milwaukee.
stories_t_sentry credit union

Peace of Mind & Money in Her Pocket

Nov 29, 2022
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
We had a member who was going through a messy divorce, she had less than perfect credit and need funds to help with legal fees.
stories_t_oakdale credit union 2024

Shelter from the Storm

Jun 01, 2022
  • Rainy Day Support
There is still a misconception in mortgage financing about the difficulty of finding financing for singlewide manufactured
CoVantage Credit Union

Providing Pandemic Relief to Small Businesses

Aug 20, 2021
  • COVID-19 Response
We recently took advantage of a grant opportunity for CDFIs provided by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC).
UW Credit Union

Personable & Professional During Difficult Times

Aug 19, 2021
  • Rainy Day Support
A member had recently gone through a divorce and shared her appreciation for staff at one of our branch locations.
UW Credit Union

From Insecurity to Tears of Joy

Aug 19, 2021
  • Fostering Financial Literacy
Initially, she expressed feelings of insecurity about finances, but our staff was able to make her feel comfortable.
Simplicity Credit Union

Saying "Yes" When Others Say "No"

Aug 13, 2021
  • Home Loans
Every home loan has a story behind it, but the stories where we get to say "yes" to those who have been told "no" are the stories that prove that we truly make a difference.
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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.
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