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DEs across the country turn purpose into action
For Development Educators, the philosophy of people helping people doesn’t end when their one-week DE training concludes. Every year on June 10, DE alumni across the country turn that philosophy into action by showing up […] Find out more »
When access is the barrier, change the system
In 1954, a group of 19 employees from the Oklahoma Highway Department came together with a simple goal to help one another access affordable loans. They pooled what they had, […] Find out more »
Turning financial education into financial stability
For larger credit unions, innovation often starts with testing. It’s about exploring new approaches, products, and populations to not only improve financial well-being in their communities, but also sharpen how […] Find out more »
What’s possible when financial well-being is built for real life
For many young people transitioning out of foster care, financial independence is not just a goal but an urgent reality. At 18 or 21, they’re expected to navigate housing, employment, […] Find out more »
DE took root at ORNL Federal Credit Union and sparked something bigger
For years, Jessica Emert, vp of brand & corporate relations at ORNL Federal Credit Union, tried to attend the Foundation’s Credit Union Development Education (DE) program. “I can’t even tell […] Find out more »
The Foundation opens nominations for the 2027 Herb Wegner Memorial Awards
The National Credit Union Foundation has officially opened nominations for the 2027 Herb Wegner Memorial Awards. This prestigious award recognizes the leaders, organizations, and programs shaping the future of the credit union movement. The […] Find out more »