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Putting People Before Profit

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.
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Avoiding Foreclosure & Paying Off Hard Money Lender

May 01, 2020
  • COVID-19 Response
When it came time for a veteran-family owned and operated motel to pay off their land contract to finalize the purchase of real estate, several banks turned them down and they resorted to a hard-money lender to fulfill their obligations.
Altra Federal Credit Union

Finally Treated Like I Matter

Apr 16, 2019
  • Auto Loans
I am a hard-working single mom who was new to the area. Right before Christmas, the engine on my truck blew, and where I live is not supported by public transit.
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Saving a Home from Foreclosure at Another Financial Institution

Dec 01, 2018
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
A couple came to us distraught because their bank would foreclose if they didn’t come up with $4,700 in 10 days.
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:
Verve, a Credit Union

24.6% APR to 5.74%

Sep 01, 2018
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
A couple came to us for a private party auto loan after being denied by their current financial.
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.
Verve, a Credit Union

Thinking of Our Members' Four-Legged Friends

Mar 01, 2018
  • Above & Beyond Service
We just had a member come in to the Brillion Branch with an unopened box of dog treats.
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Leaving No One Behind

Nov 01, 2017
  • Above & Beyond Service
Technology changes can sometimes be difficult for members to adapt to.
Verve, a Credit Union

Creative Solutions to Refinancing

Sep 01, 2017
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
A non-member approached us to refinance an auto loan.
Verve, a Credit Union

Refinancing a Dealership Loan

Aug 01, 2017
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
We just had a member come in to the Brillion BraA member's 20 year-old granddaughter ended up with a 24.72% APR on her loan through the dealership as well as an expensive warranty she didn't want.
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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.
Altra Federal Credit Union

More Than Just Numbers

Oct 01, 2016
  • Rainy Day Support - Medical Bills
Last April, I started having some major health issues and had to go on an extended medical leave.