CU News & Events – July Edition

August 6, 2026 |

July was packed with community spirit, member appreciation, and plenty of reasons to celebrate! From supporting local causes and hosting fun member events to volunteering, sponsoring community activities, and giving back in meaningful ways, Maine’s credit unions were busy making a positive impact across the state. Here’s a look at what some of our credit unions were up to in July, which shines a spotlight on just a few of the many ways Maine’s credit unions are living the People Helping People philosophy.

  • Throughout the month, Acadia FCU’s St. Agatha branch team supported Maine Credit Union’s Campaign for Ending Hunger with their “The Pie Must Fly, Only $1 to Try!” fundraiser. Members voted with their dollars for the employee they’d most like to see pied in the face. More than $1,000 was raised, with Alex and Patty receiving the pies on July 31 in high spirits. 
  • Every day in July, team members from Ancorum CU pulled the daily winners for their cash calendar prizes. The cash calendar raised important funds to help food insecure Mainers through the Campaign for Ending Hunger. 
  • As a result of June’s Swipe Out Hunger Program efforts, Atlantic FCU donated $34,785 to the Campaign for Ending Hunger—with 1,159,510 swipes helping provide for neighbors in need. 
  • Staff at Bangor FCU kicked July off with a fun-filled spirit week, complete with various themed days like sports day, flannel day, twin day, formal day, and a final day where each branch was assigned a different color. 
  • In an effort to help local businesses and communities that keep Maine thriving, Brewer FCU encouraged members to shop, dine, and explore local as they embark on summer adventures. 
  • On #ILoveMyCreditUnion Day, Capital Area FCU welcomed members with their 12th annual barbeque to benefit Special Olympics Maine, which included Dan Burns from BurnsBears doing wood carvings and items for sale to increase fundraising. 
  • July 30 brought a free member appreciation ice cream social to Casco FCU. 
  • Central Maine FCU shared information online about investment fraud scams known as “pig butchering,” including ways to keep personal and financial information private and protected. 
  • Community CU served as a sponsor for the Lewiston Police Department’s Beyond the Badge event at Simard-Payne Memorial Park. 
  • Connected CU helped the Maine Children’s Home with their Christmas in July initiative, collecting donated items for Maine kids in need and families facing hard times. 
  • Employees from cPort CU were joined by mascot Earnie for a great day at the annual Moxie Festival. 
  • Cumberland County FCU staff enjoyed a day at the Yarmouth Clam Festival, helping get kids signed up for the Diaper Derby. 
  • With the new school year quickly approaching, Dirigo FCU brought back one of their favorite traditions. From July 22 through July 31, members could nominate a deserving Maine teacher by commenting their name, school, and why they make a difference on the credit union’s social media post. Dirigo FCU then chose five teachers who will each receive $500 in classroom supplies through their Amazon wish lists for the upcoming school year. 
  • Downeast CU and Insurance sponsored a free summer movie night at Doyle Field in Brewer on July 30. This month’s featured film was Hoppers, gathering families and neighbors for a perfect summer evening. 
  • On July 10, Eastmill FCU handed out free hot dogs and collected donations for the Campaign for Ending Hunger at the East Millinocket Summerfest. 
  • The Bangor Empeople CU location collected items to help Heart of Maine United Way fill the bus to help neighbors and build a stronger community. 
  • Evergreen CU invited community members to join them on July 16 for a free concert in Congress Square Park, which occurred alongside the Portland Museum of Art’s free admissions on the third Thursday of the month. Evergreen CU was a proud sponsor. 
  • Gardiner FCU began their School Supply Drive on July 6, which runs through August 28 and will benefit area schools. 
  • Great Falls FCU highlighted that QR code scams, also known as “quishing,” are on the rise, with scammers placing fake QR codes over real ones or directing potential victims to fake websites. 
  • On July 29, staff from HRCU gathered for their quarterly floor meeting to share updates, celebrate recent promotions, welcome new employees, and recognize Difference Makers. 
  • Katahdin FCU was busy supporting their community in July, with a Member Appreciation BBQ on July 3, a parade float to honor America’s 250th birthday on July 4 in Millinocket, and participation in the Island Falls Summerfest on July 30. 
  • On July 3, KSW FCU coordinated a bake sale to celebrate our country’s 250th birthday. 
  • On July 15, the Oakland branch of KV FCU held Dogs for a Cause, where they sold hot dogs, water, chips, and baked goods as a fundraiser for the Campaign for Ending Hunger. 
  • Lighthouse CU shines a light on those who make communities stronger, including the youth they recognize through their Nice Catch program. Their latest Kind Kid recipients are Tori LaFrenier and Connor Baker, who they celebrated at a Portland Sea Dogs game. 
  • On July 17, Lincoln Maine FCU hosted a Red, White, & Blue Birthday BBQ with plenty of food, games, and prizes for grabs. 
  • Lisbon Community FCU was thrilled to share the success of their June pet supply drive in support of The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society. In total, they donated 142 pounds of dry food, 188 cans of pet food, 22 packages of treats, 41 toys, and many more essentials. 
  • A team of five Maine Family FCU employees volunteered at Good Shepherd Food Bank, sorting and packing food items to be distributed to pantries across Maine. During their shift, they processed 1,628 pounds of food—the equivalent of 1,357 meals for Mainers in need. 
  • Maine Highlands FCU was a sponsor for the Piscataquis River Festival on July 25. 
  • Maine Savings FCU held a giveaway for a pair of tickets to see Men at Work at the Maine Savings Amphitheater on July 29. 
  • Maine State CU wrapped up their Backpacks4ME initiative, which provides much-needed essential supplies to students in need across Maine.  
  • Midcoast FCU’s Liza R., Tena W., Beth W., and Tim V. presented a $2,500 donation to the Midcoast Youth Center in Bath ahead of their 9th Annual “Set for Success” event, which is taking place on August 23. 
  • Lucky Milestones FCU member Tina D. won their raffle and will enjoy an exciting sailing day. 
  • Not only did New Dimensions FCU celebrate members on #ILoveMyCreditUnion Day, but they also fundraised for Special Olympics Maine and the Campaign for Ending Hunger in Skowhegan by selling burgers, hot dogs, chips, soda, and water. 
  • Mark Johnson, Chief Experience Officer at NorState FCU, was honored with the Best 2nd Year Project Award for credit unions under $500 million in assets. Johnson earned the recognition through the Southeastern Regional Credit Union School, where his project demonstrated excellence in financial analysis and strategic planning, and he also received a Certificate of Excellence for his research supporting the program’s 2nd Year Debate Team. Congratulations, Mark! 
  • The 2026 Uplift L.A. Annual Kickball Tournament saw sponsorship from OTIS FCU, who was proud to help foster growing community connections. 
  • Oxford FCU brought back Cool Summer, raffling and giving away items to get members through summer every Friday through the middle of August. 
  • PeoplesChoice CU recognized Loan Servicing & Construction Administrator Shelley Grumann as the PeoplesChoice Star of the Quarter, as she always goes the extra mile and is an incredible asset to the credit union. Congratulations, Shelley! 
  • To raise important funds for the Campaign for Ending Hunger, Sabattus Regional CU held a Summer 50/50 Raffle. 
  • Saco Valley CU sponsored Sweetser’s Friday Night Fever at Vinegar Hill. 
  • Seaboard FCU continued Talk About Our Team Tuesday on social media, introducing the friendly faces behind Seaboard FCU to the community. 
  • Towards the end of the month, Sebasticook Valley FCU focused on team appreciation. They gathered for their annual recognition dinner to celebrate the team’s dedication and commitment to serving the credit union’s members. They also honored employee milestones, including Heidi Simmons (25 years), Alexa Eaton (10 years), and MacKenzie Gould (5 years).  
  • The County FCU appreciated their time engaging with local community members at the Caribou Cares About Kids parade. 
  • A group of new Town & Country FCU employees recently had the opportunity to roll up their sleeves and make a difference with one of our community partners by spending the morning volunteering at the South Portland Food Cupboard. 
  • Employees of Trademark FCU were surprised with pizza and soda from a grateful member, who wanted to show appreciation for the support they provided him. 
  • TruChoice FCU’s July blog highlighted top strategies for managing money anxiety. 
  • UCU excitedly held an open house for their newly relocated Portland branch, now at 1390 Congress Street. Guests enjoyed tours of the new space, ice cream from Kelly’s Ice Cream Truck, a variety of giveaways, and time to catch up with peers. 
  • Winthrop Area FCU alerted members that individuals were receiving phone calls from someone claiming to be in their fraud department, spoofing phone numbers so it looks legitimate. The credit union warned not to give out any personal information and to call them immediately.