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The Difference

Putting People Before Profit

Co-op Credit Union

A Sense of Financial Freedom

Aug 12, 2021
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
A member came to Co-op Credit Union for financial coaching and a strategy to pay off $36,000 of credit card debt.
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Becoming a Dementia-Friendly Business

Aug 06, 2021
  • Addressing Elder Financial Abuse
"By adding this to our tool belt, it’s just one more way we can treat our members like family."
Co-op Credit Union

Our Cooperative Principles

Mar 01, 2021
  • Community Partnerships
When we say we work to support and enrich our communities, it’s much, much more than donations and sponsorships.
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_connexus credit union

There for Life Transitions

Jan 01, 2019
  • Fostering Financial Literacy
An older woman regularly visits our branch to make transactions.
Co-op Credit Union

Others Turned Them Away, But We Were Able to Help

Dec 01, 2018
  • Home Loans
When a couple sought their first big loan as a married couple, the husband insisted they call his bank, only to be discouraged from applying because of the unreasonably high rate.
UW Credit Union

"This Day has Been the Most Amazing Day"

Oct 25, 2018
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
After helping a member set up a HELOC for home improvements and existing credit card debt, this is what she had to say:
UW Credit Union

Consolidating Debt

Aug 01, 2018
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
A member was a victim of fraud and came to the branch in Oshkosh to open new accounts.
stories_t_connexus credit union

"Arrive as a Stranger, Leave as Family."

Apr 01, 2018
  • Rainy Day Support
A member’s husband died suddenly at age 40, leaving her behind with two young children.
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.
stories_t_oakdale credit union 2024

Assisting the Amish Community

Jun 01, 2017
  • Serving the Underserved
The Amish in our community sought our help obtaining Social Security numbers to obtain financial services.
Simplicity Credit Union

Making it Work

Apr 01, 2017
  • Home Loans
In appreciation for their care for an elderly neighbor, our members were offered her home at below market pricing.