Whether it’s helping a member escape predatory lending, rebuild credit, weather an illness, save for a home, or simply be given a second chance, credit unions are uniquely equipped to provide a lifeline when other financial institutions can’t or won’t. Check out our collection of stories below–all submitted by Wisconsin’s credit unions. Have your own story you’d like to share? Submit your story here.

Dreaming of Life on the Farm
Viridiana and her family had always dreamed of living on a farm, and they found the perfect rehab opportunity, including several acres of land complete with three barns. After initially being denied/rejected for financing, they decided to apply with us.

Financial Success Through In-School Branch Education
Royal’s Rice Lake Branch Manager recently congratulated a Member on their great credit score. His response was, “I’ve had a great teacher since I was a part of the School $ense program in 4th grade!”
Story Collection
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Rebuilding Credit, Rebuilding HealthA member’s father was a victim of fraud, leading to emotional distress and early signs of dementia.
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Helping Homeless StudentsWe may be the smallest credit union in town but we are one big family!
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Assisting a Single DadA 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.
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Lower Rates for Members in Good StandingWe want to help members with less-than-perfect credit.
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Lend a Hand DayWe closed our offices on Columbus Day for a “Lend a Hand Day,” where our 140+ employees volunteered 1,000 of service.
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Giving Members the Courage to Live Out Their DreamsAn engineer decided to quit his day job and fully dedicate his career to his growing side business.
What’s a Credit Union?
What makes credit unions different from other financial institutions, and why does it matter?
Don’t Tax My Credit Union
Credit unions are different than banks. As not-for-profit financial institutions, credit unions put people first. That’s why more than 140 million Americans choose credit unions as their trusted financial partner.
Credit Unions vs. Banks
What’s the difference between a credit union and bank? Check out this interactive infographic!
Share Your Stories
From accounts of above and beyond member service, to granted second chances, to responses to disaster, to meeting community needs, to returning funds back to their members through patronage, and more—your stories educate policymakers and the public about their banking options and are vital to preserving The Credit Union Difference.

