Recognizing that graduation celebrations for area high schoolers were anything but ordinary this year, Katahdin FCU chose to do something special for seniors at Stearns…
New Own it Moment Highlights What CUs Are Doing to Keep Members Safe
As credit union lobbies continue to reopen across Maine, the latest Own it Moment showcases what Maine CUs are doing to keep members safe. The…
NorState FCU Awards Six $1,000 Scholarships
NorState FCU has awarded six graduating high school seniors with $1,000 scholarships.
Community CU Receives CDFI Certification
Community CU was recently certified as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) after an extensive application process. The U.S. Department of the Treasury recognizes financial…
Atlantic FCU Awards $10,000 Scholarship to Thornton Academy Graduate
Atlantic FCU has selected Mia Taranko of Thornton Academy to receive its $10,000 Atlantic College Scholarship.
Maine Credit Unions Launch Ending Hunger $100,000 Challenge
Maine Credit Unions officially launched a 30-day Ending Hunger $100,000 Challenge yesterday. Funds raised during the Challenge will benefit Good Shepherd Food Bank and hunger…
Keeping Older Members Safe From COVID-19 Scams
Protecting our older members from financial scams is a responsibility Maine credit unions take seriously. Since much of the COVID-19 related fraud is targeting older…
Credit Union News & Events
Credit unions remained connected with their members and communities last month, even as people practiced physical distancing. Find out what some of our credit unions…
Northeast Credit Union Shows Love for Its Communities Through New Award Program
Northeast Credit Union has announced it will donate $120,000 to nonprofit organizations serving Maine and New Hampshire over the next six months.
Oxford FCU Pays It Forward Through Operation Brighter Days Campaign
Throughout the month of May, Oxford FCU executed a three-phase campaign called Operation Brighter Days to lift the spirits of its staff, members, and community,…
League Joins Sabattus Regional CU in Mourning the Passing of Longtime Board Member Roger Bouley
The League joins Sabattus Regional CU in extending our condolences to the family and friends of Roger Bouley. Roger passed away on May 22 after…
Clowning Around with NorState FCU
On May 16, NorState FCU’s Music in the Park program invited the Anah Temple Shriner Clowns to the St. John Valley to bring cheer and…
Gardiner FCU Makes Donations to Support Hunger Relief Organizations
Over the past several weeks, Gardiner FCU has donated approximately $23,000 to local food pantries and organizations that are providing meals to families.
2021 Wegner Award Nominations Now Open
The National Credit Union Foundation is looking for its next Wegner Award winners. Could it be your credit union?
Community Credit Union Celebrates 75 Years
Community CU is celebrating 75 years of serving members and their local community.
UCU Receives Community Partner Award from USM
The University of Southern Maine announced that University Credit Union is the recipient of its 2020 USM Exceptional Community Partner Award.
Central Maine CU Delivers Smiles Through Care Packages
Central Maine CU delivered dozens of care packages to local members living in the Lewiston/Auburn area.
Evergreen CU’s Jason Lindstrom Talks Crisis Leadership in CUNA Podcast
Jason Lindstrom, President/CEO of Evergreen CU, discusses crisis leadership in the latest CUNA News Podcast. Lindstrom highlights how his credit union is helping members during…
League Award Application Deadline is Fast Approaching
Time is running out to apply for the Dora Maxwell, Louise Herring, and/or Desjardins Awards. Last month, the League extended the application deadline to Friday,…
Maine State CU Buys Meals for First Responders
Maine State CU employees took time away from the busy drive-thru to show their support for police, fire, and rescue personnel in Augusta and Waterville.…
Infinity FCU Launches We Will Rise Campaign
Infinity FCU launched a new campaign, We Will Rise, to bring hope and positivity to the communities it serves.
Snail Mail for Kids Program Delivers
While it is essential to practice physical distancing during this time, social connections are important, especially for children. That is why Sabattus Regional CU started…
NorState FCU Delivers Lunch to Essential Workers in Aroostook County
To help deliver smiles to essential employees working in Aroostook County, NorState FCU ordered a pizza lunch for employees working at six local grocery stores.
New Statewide Awareness Advertising
Maine Credit Unions have temporarily put the “Own it” campaign on hold, replacing it with a new campaign appropriate for the current environment: “Maine’s Credit…
Credit Union News and Events
Our People Helping People philosophy grounds our credit union network, especially during these challenging times. Here is a look at what Maine credit unions have…