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.
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What’s Cooperative Principle #5? Education, Training, and Information
Under: More on the Movement
Credit unions provide education and training for members, elected representatives, and employees so they can contribute effectively to the cooperative. Credit unions place particular importance on educational opportunities for their volunteer directors and financial education for their members.
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League News: July 2025
Under: More on the Movement
Tristate Collab Leadership Conference, #ILoveMyCreditUnionDay, Legends Reception, & More!
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Thirteen Foundation Grants Awarded
Under: Foundation, Grants
The Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation recently awarded eleven Credit Union Development and two Difference Grants–totaling over $128,000–to help Wisconsin’s credit unions better serve their members and communities.
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Over $58k Raised at Foundation Invitational
Under: Foundation
On June 26 at Trappers Turn in Wisconsin Dells, 106 golfers helped raise over $58,000 for The Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation at the annual Foundation Invitational.
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CUs in the News: June 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 June.
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What’s Cooperative Principle #4? Autonomy & Independence
Under: More on the Movement
Credit unions are independent, self-reliant organizations controlled by their member-owners, not outside stockholders. When making business deals or raising money, credit unions never compromise their autonomy or democratic member control.
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League News: June 2025
Under: More on the Movement
Take the Pledge for CU Community Day, Final Days for Foundation Grants, Coop Principle #3, & MORE!
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The Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation Announces 2025 Legends of The Movement Inductees
Under: Foundation
The Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation’s Board of Directors has announced the 2025 inductees to Legends of The Movement. Legends of The Movement recognizes trailblazers, visionaries, and dedicated individuals who have made extraordinary and lasting contributions to The Credit Union Movement in Wisconsin, and beyond.
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What’s Cooperative Principle #3? Member Economic Participation
Under: More on the Movement
Members are the owners of their credit union and contribute to its capital. Members, not shareholders, benefit from their credit union’s profits in proportion to their relationship and use of its products and services.
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CUs in the News: May 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 May.