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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.
The Difference - Avestar Credit Union

"Thank You For Your Help & Kindness"

Jan 01, 2019
  • Above & Beyond Service
“Thank you so much for your help and kindness this year.” “Thank you for always being there for me when I needed help financially.”
WESTconsin Credit Union

Escape From Payday Same Day

Dec 01, 2018
  • Escaping Predatory Lending
After a couple had experienced a job loss, they sought out a payday lender to get caught back up on their mortgage.
WESTconsin Credit Union

No More Check Cashing Fees

Dec 01, 2018
  • Escaping Predatory Lending
A new member was set up with his checking account and his first payroll check was deposited from his new employer.
stories_t_southern lakes credit union

Even Small Loans Can Make a Big Difference

Dec 01, 2018
  • Home Loans
A member had received a mailer from a finance company offering to lend her $750 for $70/ month on a 26-month term.
Prospera Credit Union

Taking the Time

Dec 01, 2018
  • Auto Loans
One of our branch managers assisted a longstanding member with a $600+ loan that he needed to replace his tires in 2018.
stories_t_corporate central credit union

Rewarding Our Members

Dec 01, 2018
  • Paying Dividends
We thanked our members with a Member Loyalty Reward at the end of 2018 by paying a 5.81% dividend on all perpetual contributed capital (PCC) balances for the month of December
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.
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Paying Off Medical Debt

Dec 01, 2018
  • Rainy Day Support - Medical Bills
Our member was overwhelmed by credit card debt due to a medical issue.
stories_t_winnebago community credit union

Credit Unions Run in the Family

Dec 01, 2018
  • Above & Beyond Service
In 1972 a member borrowed $1,500 to purchase a 1966 Ford F100.
WESTconsin Credit Union

Giving Members the Courage to Live Out Their Dreams

Dec 01, 2018
  • Supporting Main St
An engineer decided to quit his day job and fully dedicate his career to his growing side business.
stories_t_westby coop credit union

Lend a Hand Day

Dec 01, 2018
  • Charity & Community Service
We closed our offices on Columbus Day for a "Lend a Hand Day," where our 140+ employees volunteered 1,000 of service.
stories_t_valley communities credit union

Lower Rates for Members in Good Standing

Dec 01, 2018
  • Membership Perks
We want to help members with less-than-perfect credit.
The Difference - Unison Credit Union

Assisting a Single Dad

Dec 01, 2018
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
A single dad with child support payments, a mortgage, credit card bills, personal loans, and an aging mother in his care wasn't able to pay down his obligations no matter how many hours he worked.
stories_t_teachers credit union

Helping Homeless Students

Dec 01, 2018
  • Charity & Community Service
We may be the smallest credit union in town but we are one big family!
The Difference: Taylor Credit Union

Rebuilding Credit, Rebuilding Health

Dec 01, 2018
  • Second Chances & Refinancing
A member's father was a victim of fraud, leading to emotional distress and early signs of dementia.
stories_t_superior choice credit union

Great Debt Pay Down Competition

Dec 01, 2018
  • Fostering Financial Literacy
We partnered with Lutheran Social Services (LSS) Financial Counseling to hold a year-long Great Debt Pay Down competition.
stories_t_shoreline credit union

Supporting the Salvation Army

Dec 01, 2018
  • Charity & Community Service
Shoreline Credit Union matched a $5,000 donation to the Salvation Army as part of a community fundraiser.
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_sentry credit union

83.5% of Net Income Returned to Members in Dividends

Dec 01, 2018
  • Paying Dividends
We paid our members $400k at the end of November last year.