Advancing Communities

Our mission is to build better communities. Learn how we’re working towards a brighter future: bit.ly/3C0is33

Happy Black History Month, learn more about our work here: advancingcommunity.com

Credit unions believe everybody deserves a shot at the American dream. The systematic inequalities that adversely affect communities of color need to be addressed. Credit unions believe access to financial services, stability, and peace of mind should not be limited.

Not long after the foundation of early credit unions, the first Black credit unions were established in the 1920s/30s. Their mission: help Black farmers + urban groups move toward economic self-sufficiency against a backdrop of prejudice and discrimination.

In celebration of #BlackHistoryMonth, we would like to take a moment to reflect upon the rich history and role of credit unions in Black communities, many of which were created with the people helping people spirit that has driven the credit union movement for years.

The Nebraska Attorney General’s Office is alerting Consumers to be aware of bank scams because they are on the rise. The Federal Trade Commission has reported a tenfold increase in bank scams in the last three years. Watch this video to learn more: youtube.com/watch?v=lcH_X8B3…

Based on a NY Federal Reserve Study, Veterans have a harder time accessing credit. As not for profit financial cooperatives with a people-first focus our credit unions stand committed to providing our veterans with more business loan options and greater access to capital.

Veterans deserve the opportunity to own their own homes. Credit unions like Bluff Cotton Belt Federal Credit Union are educating local veterans on how to do so. #VeteransDay

Just as @ALTeachersCU did for Vietnam Veteran Gregory, credit unions stand ready to serve our veterans who so faithfully served our nation. Learn more about how credit unions are building better communities in your state by visiting: advancingcommunity.com/ #VeteransDay 🇺🇸

Credit unions stand ready to serve our veterans who so faithfully served our nation. We are thankful for your service. Happy Veterans Day. 🇺🇸

This financial planning month don't get spooked by your finances. Stop in your local credit union to create a stable financial footing to build generational wealth!

This financial planning month, build a better financial future with your local credit union!

Credit unions help bridge the gap to a more inclusive financial system. Regardless of location or socioeconomic status, everyone should have access to financial services. Credit unions stand ready and are uniquely positioned to help those who may not have immediate access.

America’s rural areas have been disproportionately impacted. Almost ¼ of all credit unions are headquartered in rural areas, making them uniquely positioned to serve these communities by proving capital infusions, loans for education, and trusted advice.

Credit unions treat their members like family and go above and beyond to help small businesses thrive through the good and bad. Hear first-hand from members on how their credit union have showed up for them: youtu.be/ZHaZ_zBp9yw

Improving peoples’ financial well-being is at the heart of the mission of credit unions. The essence of this commitment is reflected in the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People” and it’s something credit unions have been doing for over 100 years.

Nearly 50% of credit unions have a specific focus on serving low-income communities to provide affordable interest loans, higher saving yields, and lower fees. Credit unions across the country work to build financial wellness for all communities they serve.

Credit unions are the better choice for all consumers, but particularly for low income and moderate-income earners. Our credit unions help their members build assets and credit, manage debt, and lay the foundation for building generational wealth.

Credit unions help bridge the gap to a more inclusive financial system. Regardless of location or socioeconomic status, everyone should have access to financial services. Credit unions stand ready and are uniquely positioned to help those who may not have immediate access.

Credit unions help bridge the gap to a more inclusive financial system. Regardless of location or socioeconomic status, everyone should have access to financial services. Credit unions stand ready and are uniquely positioned to help those who may not have immediate access.

Today, we pause to honor those who lost their lives, their families, and our nation’s heroic first responders. #NeverForget 🇺🇸