When it comes to Olympic swimmers, Mark Spitz is an icon. When it comes to ending hunger, Maine CUs are quickly diving into an iconic…
Maine CUs' Ending Hunger Campaign surpasses more milestones with 2015 success
In 1990, even the most visionary of individuals would have likely never 'seen' it coming if they had been asked how much could Maine's credit…
Recognition opportunities abound as nominations for Annual Awards sought
Since 1973, the Maine Credit Union League has honored individuals for various accomplishments and contributions to their own credit union and/or the Maine CU System. …
Top 25 Ending Hunger Fundraisers announced
The top 25 fundraisers in both total funds raised and highest per member contributions for the 2015 Maine CUs' Campaign for Ending Hunger were announced…
Maine CU professional advocates CU Small Business Lending in national publication
Recently, Will Hatt (pictured above), SVP/Chief Operating Officer at Business Lending Solutions, a subsidiary of CUSO Home Lending, was featured in the Credit Union Executive…
Two Maine CUs 'Share the Love'
In the recent, national 'Share the Love' contest, two Maine credit unions received $10,000 each for a charity of their choice as a result of…
CU Day at the State House: A chance to see and be seen
Political involvement comes in many forms - job shadows, contributions, and participating in activities and events. While all are important and have valuable roles in…
Media representatives praise responsiveness of Maine CUs; Urges Maine CUs to continue outreach, communication efforts
A panel of Maine media professionals participated in two media workshops that the Maine CU League held for Maine CUs, and both workshops yielded a…
Compliance Corner: March 2016
The latest on Compliance issues. Question: Our management team, and by the way, some of them are pretty young, have split dollar or insured SERP…
2016 Statewide Awareness Campaign Adds New 'Stories' To Successful 'Book' Of Spots
Technology, access and business lending are the focus of two new statewide awareness commercials added to the 2016 rotation. A new :60 spot has also…
Olympic Legend, Mark Spitz, "Looking Forward" to Celebrating Ending Hunger Results
"I am really looking forward to being a part of this celebration, and recognizing Maine credit unions for such commitment and dedication to helping end…
Hunger, Finances and Rates: Maine CUs remain media-friendly
During the past couple of months, Maine's credit unions continued to be in the 'public' eye on TV newscasts across Maine. The stories ranged from…
2016 Convention logo celebrates cooperative spirit, progressive focus
The cooperative spirit of credit unions and the ability to achieve accomplishments collectively is highlighted in the 2016 Maine Credit Union League's Annual Meeting &…
League Partner: "Reconsider Your Appetite for Subprime Consumer Loan Risk"
According to Steve Hoke, Director of Loan Growth Products at CUNA Mutual Group, even the steady consumer loan growth in recent years probably still can't…
Membership in League Councils should be 2016 resolution
There are currently three Maine CU Councils but the Maine Credit Union Lending Council is beginning later on this year. Currently, the Maine Credit Union…
Let the Music Play! Young & Free Maine's Fifth Annual Sound-Off is Underway
Ready, set, sound-off! The fifth annual Young & Free Maine Sound Off Music Competition is underway, and the search is one for aspiring musicians (bands…
Big Deposits!
From school food pantries to preventing violence and a variety of other causes, Maine credit unions continue to support local communities and organizations with contributions.…
Compliance Corner: February 2016
The latest Q & A on compliance and regulatory issues. Question: We have a CUSO which owns some property but has no business or income.…
CUs Stocking Shelves
The holiday season brought credit union elves to local food pantries to help stock shelves. In addition to raising significant funds for the Maine Credit…
Walking Tour Brings Assistance, Awareness To Issue of Hunger In Maine
When it began in 2002, the impact of the Maine CUs’ Ending Hunger Walking Tour was virtually unknown. In the first year, it made stops…
League Honors Top CULAC Contributors; Advocacy Champion
With another strong year of fundraising for CULAC concluded, the Maine Credit Union League would like to recognize the top fundraising credit unions and individual…
At 2015 EH Results Ceremony, Maine’s CUs Will 'Go For The Gold'
Mark Spitz as he appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated in 1972 with his then-record-setting 7 gold medals he won at the 1972…
Must we obtain personal guaranties from each of the three owners for a real estate loan to a LLC?
Question: We are in the process of making a real estate loan to a limited liability company. The LLC is owned by three people in…
CU Helping Others
Whether it’s getting a team together for a benefit walk or volunteering for a local charity, Maine credit unions embody the ‘people helping people’ philosophy…
Visit By Barbados CU Delegation Adds International Flavor To CU Week Festivities
Representatives from Barbados CU take time for a picture in front of the Maine CU League logo at the CU Service Center in Westbrook with…