Credit Unions Connect

Stories that exemplify the movement

Credit unions across the nation are committed to serving their members and communities. They live by the "People Helping People" philosophy and actively participate in charitable activities. See what Corporate Central's members are doing for their communities below.

June 2023

Honoring our heroes.
Team members from Connections Credit Union participated in putting up markers for the Idaho Field of Heroes Memorial. The Field of Heroes is a tribute to every service member who has died in Iraq or Afghanistan, and their team was happy to lend a helping hand.

Serving the community.
The Service 1 Federal Credit Union team and their families served free meals at the Hope Kitchen Neosho. They are honored to volunteer in the community on behalf of their members.

May 2023

Building an inclusive playground.
Lone Star Credit Union presented the City Council with a $5,000 sponsorship towards the City Lakes Park Inclusive Playground. They are thankful for local businesses that recognize the need for this facility and are happy to help get it accomplished.

Keeping our Earth clean.
Members of the Marathon County Employees Credit Union team celebrated Earth Day with their families at the Ghidorzi Green + Clean event. Volunteers removed 4.16 tons of trash from the greater Wausau community for a fresh start to spring.

April 2023

Encouragement to persevere.
Dozens of Landmark Credit Union’s associates came together to pack 350 self-care kits to benefit clients of The Women's Center of Waukesha and for the Milwaukee Women’s Center, a division of Community Advocates. These kits, along with handwritten notes, provide necessary hygiene supplies and some encouragement to persevere.

Celebrating with the community.
Arcadia Credit Union is proud to be an entertainment sponsor for this year's Broiler Dairy Days Festival, put on by the Arcadia Lion's Club. They look forward to celebrating this great event with the community over Memorial Day weekend.

March 2023

Food for thought.
Team members of Kohler Credit Union volunteered at the Sheboygan County Food Bank for their Food for Thought program. This program provides food for students who lack food security on the weekend. Each week, volunteers from across the county help pack bags of food for distribution to students across the district.

Ensuring quality childcare.
GreenState Credit Union recently pledged $30,000 to Linking Families and Communities, whose goal is to increase the number of childcare spaces in the Fort Dodge community. This will allow more parents and guardians the ability to go to work, while ensuring quality early childcare and education for children.

February 2023

Game of Giving raises funds for the homeless.
Collins Community Credit Union recently joined the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders for their annual Game of Giving. They presented a check to the Teufelhund Veterans Group, who then signed the check over to support Willis Dady Homeless Services. They are grateful to be able to contribute to the incredible work both organizations are doing.

Giving back to the community.
Great Lakes Credit Union is starting 2023 off strong with their volunteering efforts, spending time at Lyon Magnet Elementary School’s Family Reading Night, COOL Ministries, and Care for Real. They look forward to more opportunities to give back in the year ahead.

January 2023
Spreading holiday cheer.
United Financial Credit Union is grateful for the opportunity they had to give back to their community and brighten the days of some of their members that needed a little extra holiday cheer. The credit union surprised 14 families with a full holiday meal before Christmas.

12 days of giving.
As a part of their 12 Days of Giving, Members Cooperative Credit Union raised funds for Grand Rapids Yellow Ribbon Citizens Committee, a committee that works to ensure military families in the community are supported. The Committee acts as a liaison between the community and the military. They believe that commitment to awareness and support for all service members must not end when they return home from deployment and the yellow ribbons are untied.

December 2022

A place for all to play.
Royal Credit Union Foundation (RCU Foundation) made a $25,000 gift dedicated to the construction of Fairy Wonderland Park in Prescott, WI. The inclusive park will promote play, creativity, and socialization for kids of all ages and all abilities. The RCU Foundation stated, “We recognize that having spaces in a community where people can come together to learn, to recreate, and to build connections is vital to fostering relationships and creating a vibrant community for everyone.”

Charity Golf Outing benefits local youth.
Affinity Credit Union donated $21,750 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa. The 2022 Charity Golf Outing marked the credit union’s 28th golf fundraising campaign. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa thanked the credit union stating, “Your generous donation will help us ignite the power and promise of our youth through meaningful 1:1 mentoring relationships in our community.”

November 2022

Building up the community.
Marine Credit Union volunteered with Habitat for Humanity La Crosse Area to restore an old home for a new, deserving family. Over the course of two days, 38 employees volunteered to remodel the home. The team had both new and veteran volunteers who all said they enjoyed the experience and would do it again.

Spreading credit union kindness.
Gas & Electric Credit Union celebrated CU Kind Day, an initiative led by the Illinois Credit Union League, to give back to the communities they serve. On October 10, the credit union took a day of service and staff members volunteered at Quad City Animal Welfare Center, Quad City Botanical Center, River Bend Food Bank, and Rock Island Parks and Recreation. The credit union stated, “We are happy to participate and look forward to it each year!”

October 2022

Supporting those that help the community.
Following the credit union motto of, “For Service, Not Profit,” Arcadia Credit Union presented a $3,000 donation to the Fountain City Fire Department. The credit union stated, “We love giving back to our community!”

Taking action to end hunger.
In honor of September being Hunger Action Month, NuMark Credit Union volunteered at Northern Illinois Food Bank. Team members helped pack food for hungry neighbors in Geneva, IL. Through their hard work, the team was able to pack enough bags of sweet potatoes to provide 2,900 meals for those in need in northern Illinois.

September 2022

Supporting local community organizations.
Co-op Credit Union donated $5,000 to the Boys and Girls Club of the Greater Chippewa Valley – Lunda Center. The credit union stated, “The Boys and Girls Club makes a great impact in our community, and we love to help in any way we can. We are dedicated to supporting local community organizations that make important impacts in our communities. It’s part of our mission as a cooperative!”

Gratitude for organizations supporting veterans.
Connexus Credit Union donated $12,500 to the Wausau American Legion Post 10. The credit union said, “For the support, recognition, advocacy, and honor that Wausau American Legion Post 10 provides to veterans, we are humbled and truly grateful to give back to the communities we serve.”

August 2022

Funding scholars and the future of the community.
University Federal Credit Union (UFCU) announced a $5 million scholarship endowment to benefit students at the Austin Community College District (ACC). The endowment will be disbursed over five years in the form of scholarships. The partnership will also give UFCU naming rights to start-of-the-art pavilion that will be used for special events. The credit union’s President, Michael Crowl, said, “This scholarship program will provide all-inclusive support to hardworking students so they can focus on achieving their career aspirations through ACC. We can’t wait to see the positive impact it will have on the communities we serve.”

Raise Your Glass raises funds for the United Way.
Altra Federal Credit Union hosted the fifth annual Raise Your Glass fundraiser and raised nearly $14,000 for Great Rivers United Way (GRUW). GRUW will use the donation to fund 51 non-profit programs for the betterment of individuals, families, and children in the community. The credit union expressed their gratitude to all that supported the event saying, “This event would not have been possible without the generous support of people like you!”

July 2022

Supporting those who support the community.
Arcadia Credit Union presented a $5,000 donation to the Arcadia Glencoe Fire Department. The fire department is made up of 30 volunteers. The funds will be used to support ongoing projects and equipment needs. The credit union declared, “Arcadia Credit Union is proud of our ability to support the local communities we serve.”

Building stronger communities, one relationship at a time.
Connexus Credit Union recently made a $20,000 donation to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Wisconsin. The credit union stated, “Young people need emotional and social support now more than ever — which is why we're honored to partner with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Wisconsin as they provide mentors and positive role models to build stronger communities, one relationship at a time.”