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 Announces 2025 Scholarship Recipients
Under: Foundation, Press Release
The Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation’s Board of Directors has awarded four Professional Development scholarships to credit union professionals looking to continue their education.
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The Eight Cooperative Principles: A Summary
Under: More on the Movement
Since April, we’ve done a deep dive into each cooperative principle and how credit unions live out those principles daily. Now, let’s review!
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League News: November 2025
Under: More on the Movement
CU Community Days Impact, Crash the GAC Testimonials, League Champion Program, & More!
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CUs in the News: October 2025
Under: CU Difference, CUs in the News
Whether it’s giving back, awarding scholarships, creating community, providing innovative solutions, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here’s how Wisconsin’s credit unions supported their members and communities in October.
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The Results Are In! CU Community Days 2025 Impact
Under: CU Difference, CUs in the News, More on the Movement
From October 13-17, over 40 Wisconsin credit unions and The League demonstrated their commitment to the cooperative principles, including Concern for Community and Cooperation Among Cooperatives during CU Community Days.
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What’s Cooperative Principle #8? Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Under: More on the Movement
While focusing on member needs, credit unions work for the sustainable development of communities, including people of modest means, through policies developed and accepted by the members.
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League News: October 2025
Under: More on the Movement
Professional Development Scholarship, Applications Now Open for Crash the GAC, Ca$h Calendar, & More!
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Wisconsin’s Credit Unions Bring to Life Concern for Community on International Credit Union Day
Under: More on the Movement
Today marks the 77th International Credit Union Day, and Wisconsin’s credit unions are celebrating by giving back to their communities.
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CUs in the News: September 2025
Under: CU Difference, CUs in the News
Whether it’s giving back, awarding scholarships, creating community, providing innovative solutions, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here’s how Wisconsin’s credit unions supported their members and communities in September.
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What’s Cooperative Principle #7? Concern for Community
Under: More on the Movement
While focusing on member needs, credit unions work for the sustainable development of communities, including people of modest means, through policies developed and accepted by the members.