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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CUs in the News: September 2026
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! Giving Back WESTconsin Credit Union Gives Back to Local Families with Shop with Fin Lee Fox As part of WESTconsin Credit Union’s Kindness…
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Video: Meet The League’s Compliance Specialists!
Under: Compliance
Compliance foes have you in peril? Never fear; it’s a bird, it’s a plane–it’s The League’s Compliance Specialists Program!
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CUs in the News: August 2026
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 August! Giving Back Fill the Gazebo collects over 1,000 pounds of food, $10,000 for local pantries The annual Fill the Gazebo event collected 1,092…
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When the Storm Hit Home
Under: Foundation
In the wake of an EF-3 tornado, seven Wisconsin credit unions and the Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation showed what cooperative principles look like in a crisis. On July 27, an EF-3 tornado touched down roughly two miles west-northwest of Appleton, Wisconsin, and tracked south through Fox Crossing and Menasha. It was Wisconsin’s fourth EF-3 tornado…
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Why Credit Union Advocacy Matters Most in Divided Times
Under: Advocacy
If there is one thing we have heard repeatedly over the past few years, it is that politics has become too divisive. This is true, but it is also why Wisconsin’s credit unions are uniquely suited to engage.
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Foundation Awards $138K in CU Development & Difference Grants
Under: Foundation, Grants
The Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation recently awarded five Credit Union Development and five Difference Grants–totaling over $138,000–to help Wisconsin’s credit unions better serve their members and communities. Credit Union Development Grants The Credit Union Development Grant assists Wisconsin’s credit unions with technology- and operations-related expenses and upgrades that improve member service. This year’s recipients are:…
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CUs in the News: July 2026
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 July! Giving Back Marshfield Medical Center Credit Union collecting new children’s books for Marshfield Children’s Hospital book vending machineMarshfield Medical Center Credit Union is collecting…
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The League Applauds Appointment of Royal Credit Union’s Jeni Brantner to State Cryptocurrency Study Committee
Under: Uncategorized
The League congratulates Jeni Brantner, Senior Vice President of Payments and Digital at Royal Credit Union, on her appointment to Wisconsin’s 2026 Legislative Council Study Committee on Cryptocurrency. Brantner joins the committee at a pivotal time as policymakers examine the opportunities and challenges presented by digital assets, blockchain technology, and the evolving payments landscape. Her experience…
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Prevent Elder Abuse By Recognizing Impostor Phone Scams
Under: More on the Movement
While Elder Abuse Awareness Month may have concluded in June, spreading awareness about how financial institutions can protect our most vulnerable neighbors is valuable year-round. Elder abuse is not limited to physical harm; financial exploitation is highly prevalent. One common scheme involves a fraudster posing as a representative from a trusted organization, such as a…
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Nearly $60k Raised at Foundation Invitational
Under: Foundation
On June 25 at Trappers Turn in Wisconsin Dells, nearly 100 golfers helped raise $59,900 for The Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation at the annual Foundation Invitational. These critical funds help promote credit union development, educate credit union staff and volunteers, support programming to enhance financial literacy, and assist the credit union system in times of need. Since…