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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Capitol Eyes 8.12.21
Under: Advocacy
Activists from the LaCrosse area participated in a town hall with CUNA President & CEO Jim Nussle at Altra Federal Credit Union.
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CUs in the News: June & July 2021
Under: CU Difference, CUs in the News
Whether it’s giving back, responding to COVID-19, awarding scholarships, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here’s how Wisconsin’s credit unions supported their members and communities in May.
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$80k in Foundation Grants Distributed to Wisconsin’s Credit Unions
Under: Foundation, Grants
Last month, The Foundation’s Board of Directors met to award funds to Wisconsin’s credit unions through their Credit Union Development and REAL Solutions grants. A record $80,000 was distributed to help recipients better serve their communities. Here they are!
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REAL Solutions is Now The Difference, & We Want Your Stories!
Under: CU Difference, CUs in the News
To reach a broader audience with more consumer-friendly lingo in mind, The League’s REAL Solutions Program is now The Difference, though there’s no difference in our mission!
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Capitol Eyes Special Edition: Mid-Year Political Advocacy Update
Under: Advocacy
Political advocacy allows credit unions to provide financial support that can help elect and keep credit union friendly elected officials in office. Contributions to campaigns allow Activists to build rapport with candidates and key elected officials, show support for the individuals that champion our priorities, and importantly give our allies running for office the leg…
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Q&A With UNConventional Keynote, Ben Nemtin
Under: Uncategorized
It’s important to stop and think about what you truly value. A lot of people have never done this. It’s important to write the list because that helps you prioritize these things that deserve your energy and attention. So at a very basic level, a bucket list forces you to think about what’s important and…
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UNconventional Speakers: Who Our Staff Can’t Wait to Hear From
Under: Uncategorized
Our “a little different, a little UNconventional” Virtual Convention & Expo this September 7-10 will feature a variety of high-profile, industry-leading speakers from across the country. We recently checked in with a few League staff members to see who they’re excited to hear from.
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Capitol Eyes 7.1.21
Under: Advocacy
This week, the Wisconsin State Legislature will wrap up their work on the state’s 2021-2023 budget. The bill then heads to Governor Evers’ desk for him to apply line-item vetoes and sign it into law or veto the entire bill.
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What’s a Virtual Convention?
Under: Uncategorized
As The Wisconsin Credit Union League gears up for its “a little different, a little UNconventional” Virtual Convention & Expo this September 7-10, you may be asking yourself: what’s a virtual convention? Here’s what you can expect from ours.
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Community & Inclusion are More than Words for Wisconsin’s Credit Unions
Under: CU Difference, CUs in the News, Press Release
A diverse, equitable, and inclusive approach to serving our members and communities is built into the DNA of Wisconsin’s credit unions. From our very inception, we have been mission- and state statute-driven to “provide an opportunity for members to improve their economic and social conditions.”