Large Turnout for Annual State Gov’t Affairs Conference
On January 27, over 270 credit union professionals from across Wisconsin shared The Credit Union Difference with their elected officials at The League’s annual State Government Affairs Conference in Madison. During those meetings, attendees shared their support for legislation to prevent financial fraud, strengthen financial literacy education, and rein in predatory lending practices.
It’s the International Year of Cooperatives!
The United Nations has declared 2025 the International Year of Cooperatives, highlighting how cooperatives build a better world through their vital role in sustainable development, inclusive growth, and strengthening community resilience. As not-for-profit cooperatives, credit unions are uniquely equipped to foster financial well-being for all through their adherence to the seven Cooperative Principles originally adopted by The International Cooperative Alliance and an emerging eighth cooperative principle set by the National Credit Union Foundation and America’s Credit Unions.
CUs in the News
Whether it’s giving back, awarding scholarships, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here’s how Wisconsin’s credit unions support their members and communities– a monthly series.
Latest News
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Foundation Fitness Fundraiser Nets Over $8,000
Under: Foundation, Press Release
They biked, they kayaked, they lifted, they walked, they skateboarded, they ran, they mowed, they bellydanced, they water skied, they zumba’d…and they did all of this (and more) for The Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation’s first Fitness Fundraiser!
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What Happens After the Skip-a-Pay?
Under: System Vendor
What happens after the deferment period? This question has been a very big unknown to many credit unions who have offered loan deferments. In three to six months, members will have to start making loan payments again, and many of those people will still be in financial trouble. What is the solution?
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Capitol Eyes 8.13.20
Under: Advocacy
The League is hosting a virtual trivia night on Wednesday, September 2 at 6:30 PM to benefit the Wisconsin Credit Union Legislative Action Fund (WCULAF)! Dust off those trivia skills and get ready to catch up with old credit union pals.
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Foundation Awards Over $50,000 in Grants to Support Wisconsin’s Credit Unions
Under: Foundation, Grants
The Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its REAL Solutions® Initiative and Credit Union Development Grants. In total, over $50,000 was awarded to nine Wisconsin credit unions, allowing them to better serve their members and communities.
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Welcoming New Endorsed Vendor Credit Union Loan Source
Under: System Vendor
We are excited to announce a partnership between Credit Union Loan Source (CULS) and W.C.U.L. Services Corp. CULS, an Atlanta-based CUSO, to provide indirect auto loan participations for state-chartered credit unions.
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See What Credit Union Members Say About AmeriCU Mortgage
Under: System Vendor
We understand how important each credit union member is and strive to provide the best customer experience possible. We value the connection our credit union partners share with their members.
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Apply for CUNA Awards by July 31
Under: Awards
Don’t miss out on this annual opportunity to have your credit union recognized for your incredible work as part of The Credit Union Movement.
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Capitol Eyes 7.9.20
Under: Advocacy
Yesterday, the Governor’s Task Force on Student Debt held its fifth teleconference on combating the student debt crisis in the state of Wisconsin.
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Saver’s Sweepstakes® Offering Summer Relief Program
Under: Coronavirus, CU Difference, CUs in the News, Press Release, Saver's Sweepstakes
With the COVID-19 pandemic disrupting both daily life and personal finances, The Wisconsin Credit Union League’s Saver’s Sweepstakes® is offering more opportunities to win cash prizes just for saving.
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“People Helping People” & Social Justice: A Message from The League
Under: CU Difference, CUs in the News
The credit union philosophy of “People Helping People” is practiced by Wisconsin’s credit unions without exception or limitation. As a Movement, we are core-committed to providing equitable and inclusive service to all members and to positively impacting communities.