The Financial Literacy Blog examines the Child Tax Credit and the financial benefits that many families will begin to receive in July.

In an effort to provide businesses financial relief for pandemic-related losses, a number of government-funded loans and grants have been made available. While assistance programs…

Maine Credit Unions created a new “Member Moment” video to raise awareness about grandparent scams. Grandparent scams are cons that prey on older relatives. These…

Just in time for National CU Youth Month and National Financial Literacy Month, Maine Credit Unions debuted a new Virtual Financial Fitness Fair. Since launching…

Understanding the different types of checks that are available can be confusing. To help break down this important topic, Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy…

This week, Maine Credit Unions created a new “Member Moment” video highlighting the Virtual Financial Fitness Fair. The video provides an overview of the fun…

It’s that time of year! Every April, National CU Youth Month encourages kids to develop healthy habits by making savings fun and exciting. This campaign…

The Portland Press Herald provides an overview of the New Mainer Teller Training Program. This 12-week program is a collaboration between Portland Adult Education and eight local…

April is National Credit Union Youth Month and National Financial Literacy Month—a time when credit unions in Maine traditionally educate young members about financial wellness.…

The latest Financial Literacy Blog highlights the benefits of spring cleaning to make money and protect your finances.

If you have multiple credit cards linked to your Amazon account, the latest Financial Literacy Blog outlines a user setting you may want to change.

If you have federally held student loans, you won’t need to make payments until October. While student loan payments were previously scheduled to resume on…

Did you know the Maine Credit Union League is a regular contributor to the state’s leading newspaper for New Mainers, Amjambo Africa? Each month, the…

Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator, summarizes the items you should get in order before you file your 2020 income taxes.

Area students have a new way to learn about managing money. Oxford FCU is working with Banzai, a national award-winning financial literacy program, to make…

Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator, answers your questions about the second wave of stimulus payments in his latest blog post.

Gardiner FCU is deeply committed to providing financial education to area school children and adults. Because the pandemic has transformed education, the credit union has…

Seaboard FCU is working with Banzai, a national award-winning financial literacy program, to make online, remote-friendly curriculum available to 17 schools in Hancock, Penobscot, and…

The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to set new financial goals. As the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator explains, taking the…

Maine is once again in the spotlight for excellence in financial education and outreach. Both the League and Community CU received CUNA awards recognition.

When it comes to educating children about finances, parents also should focus their efforts on teaching kids about the value of donating and volunteering. Jake…

In the latest Financial Literacy Blog, Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator, re-examines compound interest. By providing scenario planning, Holmes helps you visualize…

The Senate Special Committee on Aging held a hearing on September 24 to discuss the challenges women face in retirement. Senator Susan Collins, the committee’s…

In his latest blog, Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator, explains how the Maine Educational Opportunity Tax Credit can help college graduates living…