Building Wealth in Low and Moderate Income Communities
Renée Sattiewhite of the African American Credit Union Coalition shares how credit unions can focus on building wealth in moderate to low income communities through financial education, debt management support, and investment opportunities.
California Credit Union League and State Legislature Establish Financial Literacy Curriculum for Youth
As the importance of financial education is being increasingly understood, Robert Wilson of the California Credit Union League shares the recent success their league has had in supporting financial education legislation and the benefits the program will bring.
Why We Must Sustain the Small Credit Unions
Small credit unions serving unbanked communities are pillars of the industry. Renée Sattiewhite from the African American Credit Union Coalition conveys the importance of these institutions and how we can best protect them.
Financial Wellness: The Heart of the Credit Union
In today’s economic climate, where 42% of Americans are living on survival budgets, credit unions have never been more critical to helping consumers achieve financial freedom. CUSO Magazine’s Emily Claus sat down with financial wellness champion Jamie Strayer to learn about how she’s transforming financial wellness across the country and how credit unions can work to put financial wellness at the heart of the credit union.
One State, a Credit Union CEO, and Financial Literacy
This Financial Literacy Month, Chip Filson shares the story of how the state of Kentucky is working to increase financial education within the school system and how one credit union CEO is stepping up to the plate to support these efforts.
Financial Literacy Month 2024 Kicks Off
As Financial Literacy Month 2024 kicks off, Emily Claus shares the origins of the event, why it’s more important now than ever, and why credit unions need to be getting involved. Need some ideas on how to participate? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered there too.
My Credit Union Experience: How Are You Bringing Young Members To Your Credit Union?
Kyle Karnes offers a few quick and easy suggestions for marketing your credit union to younger audiences and build the trust they have in the credit union.
A College Student’s First Credit Card
Chip Filson shares the story of Marit Hoyem and her experience attempting to get her first credit card as a young college student. Marit passes on what she went through and offers advice to credit unions seeking to make a difference in the lives of their members.
Too Much of a Good Thing: The Net Worth Balancing Act
Credit unions need to maintain a certain net worth ratio to be considered well-capitalized, and many go above and beyond to ensure the safety of their institution. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo wonders whether it is possible to be too safe when managing net worth.
NCUA’s Community Development Revolving Loan Fund to Award Up to $3.5M in 2023
The National Credit Union Administration announced that eligible credit unions will once again be able to apply for Community Development Revolving Loan Fund (CDRLF) grants in 2023, with the application window opening from May 1 to June 30, reports Esteban Camargo.
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