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Start at home: how simple interventions can improve credit union employees’ financial well-being
The results of a National Credit Union Foundation research grant are in—and show that statistically significant improvements are within reach for all credit unions. As the nation continues to navigate […] Find out more »

Winona Nava: 2023 Herb Wegner Memorial Award Winner
“She’s someone who dreams big but builds even bigger.” The credit union movement and vulnerable people across the country are better off because of this Herb Wegner Memorial Award winner’s […] Find out more »

Bill Cheney: 2023 Herb Wegner Memorial Award Winner
As credit unions align around improving financial well-being for all, we’re recognizing it is a challenge of meeting individuals where they are in their own financial journey, along with empowering […] Find out more »

How can credit unions stand out in the marketplace? Stop competing.
Business-as-usual had done little to help Astera Credit Union and its members thrive. Focusing on financial well-being changed everything. When President/CEO Martin Carter came to Astera Credit Union in Lansing, […] Find out more »

Linda Bodie: 2023 Herb Wegner Memorial Award Winner
Through its 34 years, there have been many storied recipients of the Herb Wegner Memorial Awards—the U.S. credit union movement’s highest national honors. There have been “leaders” and “pioneers,” “visionaries” […] Find out more »

Can financial coaching lead to financial empowerment?
Why the National Credit Union Foundation is partnering with Inclusiv to help more credit unions implement and enhance financial coaching, training and tracking. For the first time in five years, […] Find out more »