CU News and Events – August Edition

September 1, 2026 |

August may mark the final stretch of summer, but Maine’s credit unions kept the community spirit going strong! From supporting local organizations and attending events to celebrating members and giving back, credit unions across the state found plenty of ways to put the People Helping People philosophy into action. 

  • On August 26, Moe’s Original BBQ in Bangor partnered with Acadia FCU to support the Campaign for Ending Hunger. A portion of the restaurant’s proceeds that day went to help end food insecurity in Maine.
  • Ancorum CU enjoyed a fun-filled day hosting a bubble party at Bath’s Kindness Day.
  • Atlantic FCU was thrilled to share that with 118 home runs scored by the Portland Sea Dogs in July, the credit union donated $1,180 to the Campaign for Ending Hunger thanks to their commitment to contribute $10 for each of the team’s runs.
  • Bangor FCU teamed up with the Courageous Steps Project to help local students and families prepare for the new school year. They helped box and organize back-to-school supplies for 29 area schools, supporting students experiencing financial hardship and helping ensure they have the resources they need to start the year strong.
  • On August 5, Brewer FCU joined the League and fellow credit union supporters at the 48 to Feed the State check presentation to Good Shepherd Food Bank, which took place at Midcoast FCU’s Freeport location.
  • Capital Area FCU celebrated multiple employee anniversaries, including some big milestones! Rae was honored for her 10 years serving the credit union, and Shauna was recognized for 26 years of dedication. Congratulations, and thank you for all you do!
  • Casco FCU donated collected items to their local pantries, with 43.66 pounds of food going to the Gorham Food Pantry and 79.22 pounds of food benefiting the Standish Food Pantry—made possible by the generous donations of staff and members committed to making a difference in their community.
  • Central Maine FCU was proud to support the local Lewiston backpack event, providing much-needed school supplies to area children and families.
  • Flower bouquets were kindly donated to Community CU, serving as a fundraiser for the Campaign for Ending Hunger while supplies lasted.
  • In partnership with 107.9 The Mix, Connected CU helped one local family start the school year strong with a $1,000 back-to-school shopping spree at the Marketplace at Augusta.
  • A team from cPort CU participated in the 26th Annual Knapp Morrison Scholarship Golf Scramble on August 17 and took home first place. Way to go, Team cPort!
  • Cumberland County FCU’s 2026 Ending Hunger Calendar Sweepstakes arrived. Members could purchase calendars throughout August, with winners to be drawn each day in September—all to uplift food insecure neighbors in need.
  • Dirigo FCU’s first-ever Glow Fore Good was a major success, raising $5,700 for the Campaign for Ending Hunger.
  • Downeast CU & Insurance recently gave back to the Topsham community with a donation to the Topsham Parks & Recreation Department, helping provide programs, activities, and opportunities for local children and families.
  • Eastmill FCU is always looking out for its members and recently shared timely information on social media about an FBI impersonation scam, helping raise awareness and keep members informed.
  • To help parents and students prepare for study abroad, Empeople CU recently shared helpful digital banking tips to keep in mind before heading overseas.
  • Evergreen CU teamed up with Youth Full Maine at a food distribution event in Biddeford and donated to the organization to support their important work.
  • Franklin-Somerset FCU held a yard sale at their Farmington Branch on August 22. They had beautiful weather, a great turnout, lots of fun, and they raised funds for the Campaign for Ending Hunger.
  • All month long, Gardiner FCU held a school supplies drive to help ensure local students had the items they needed to succeed this academic year.
  • Great Falls FCU proudly joined other credit unions in the Norm Nolette Chapter of Credit Unions at the chapter’s annual golf tournament at Poland Spring Golf Course. This special event brings credit unions together to golf for a special cause: ending hunger!
  • HRCU excitedly announced that their next President & CEO is Kayla Selhorst! Our League is excited to work with you, Kayla.
  • Katahdin FCU sponsored the Millinocket End of Summer Pool Party in August.
  • To help engage their members online, KSW FCU posted “Questions of the Day by Aiden” on their Facebook page. It was a great way to hear from members and have some fun.
  • KV FCU accepted nominations for an outstanding local teacher. The credit union will be awarding three teachers from Kennebec and Somerset Counties with $1,000 each for classroom supplies.
  • Lighthouse CU partnered with the Portland Sea Dogs to celebrate Lighthouse Appreciation Day, giving fans in attendance a mini lighthouse replica to help light up the stadium in support!
  • All month long, Lincoln Maine FCU celebrated the winners of their summer cash calendar.
  • Lisbon Community FCU was pleased to make a $1,000 donation to the Lisbon Junior Athletic League in memory of Marty Roop. Marty served on the credit union’s Supervisory Committee for many years, generously giving his time and dedication to its members.
  • Maine Family FCU employees joined volunteers from across the community to support the United Way of Western Maine’s Backpack Program, helping fill over 2,200 backpacks with essential school supplies for students in Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties.
  • The team at Maine Highlands FCU organized a Member Appreciation Day on August 21 at their Greenville branch. Members enjoyed a free barbecue and received Maine Highlands’ swag.
  • Maine Savings FCU was proud to once again take part in the Champion the Cure Challenge! Their team joined together for the 5K in support of cancer research and treatment in Maine.
  • Maine State CU attended the Rockland Farmers’ Market on August 13. Staff met with community members at their booth and handed out tote bags.
  • Midcoast FCU handed out blaze orange bandanas at all of their branches to help members protect their furry, four-legged friends in advance of hunting season.
  • Milestones FCU shared some back-to-school spending tips with their members on their Facebook page.
  • New Dimensions FCU celebrated the tenth anniversary of Tammy Poissonnier, the credit union’s Director of Marketing and Brand. Congratulations, Tammy, on reaching this milestone!
  • NorState FCU participated in a Community Resources Fair in Presque Isle on August 27.
  • Through its 2026 Totes for Teachers event, OTIS FCU handed out more than 160 totes filled with back-to-school goodies to help local educators start the school year off right.
  • With nearly 300 entries received in its Back-to-School Giveaway, Oxford FCU randomly selected 40 school staff members from Franklin and Oxford counties to receive $200 gift cards just in time for the start of the school year.
  • PeoplesChoice CU held its annual Member Appreciation Barbecues at its Saco, Biddeford, Sanford, and Wells branches. With delicious cookout favorites, fun prizes, and plenty of activities, the events offered something for the whole family to enjoy.
  • Sabattus Regional CU coordinated a backpack raffle to benefit ending hunger.
  • Saco Valley CU participated in National Night Out in Saco, hosting a booth and greeting community members who stopped by to say hello.
  • The Bucksport branch at Seaboard FCU had a fresh restock of items at Zoe’s Mall, with lots of new prizes available for the credit union’s younger members.
  • Sebasticook Valley FCU was “beary” pleased to once again offer members a chance to win a charmingly carved welcome bear while supporting the Campaign for Ending Hunger. Chances are available for purchase through the October drawing.
  • The County FCU celebrated Tess Greene as she marked 14 years with the credit union. Congratulations, Tess!
  • Town & Country FCU donated $4,000 to help ease the financial pressure of back-to-school shopping by supporting community supply drives in Portland, South Portland, Saco, and Scarborough. Together, these initiatives will provide backpacks and school supplies to nearly 600 students.
  • Trademark FCU’s Traveling Tree kept its Maine adventures going in August, popping up along the West Branch of the Penobscot River with Mount Katahdin standing tall in the background.
  • Congratulations to Becky, TruChoice FCU’s Member Experience Assistant Manager, who is celebrating 19 years with the credit union! Becky says her favorite part of being a part of the team at TruChoice is the people she gets to work with every day.
  • UCU volunteers cheered on cyclists participating in the Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center’s Champion the Cure Challenge 2026. Their team set up a rest stop to help keep riders fueled and motivated as they took on the 75 and 100-mile routes.
  • Winthrop Area FCU announced that Elaine Peters was the winner of their Back-to-School Backpack Raffle. Elaine generously donated a backpack full of school supplies to a child at Wayne Elementary School.