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Community CU’s ‘Signature Businesses’ Raises $2,230 to Help End Hunger
Community CU is thrilled to share the success of its community-driven Signature Soup Challenge fundraiser. Throughout this month-long event, several local Signature Businesses joined forces to fight hunger, donating a portion of their proceeds to support the cause.
Save the Date: Dirigo FCU to Host Disc Golf Tournament to End Hunger
Dirigo FCU cordially invites you to participate in their upcoming Disc Golf Tournament, taking place on June 14 to benefit Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger. This event is a great opportunity to engage with fellow credit unions, enjoy a day of friendly competition, and contribute to a cause that helps Maine families in need.
Teeing Off to End Hunger
The League is excited to be hosting its annual Convention Golf Tournament to benefit the Campaign for Ending Hunger next week. The event will kick-off three days of Elevate 2025-related festivities.
Credit Union Helps Hampden Food Pantry Meet Rising Demand with Purchase and Renovations
News Center Maine’s Christian Harsa takes a look at Maine Savings FCU’s meaningful contribution to bring new life to the Hampden Neighborhood Food Cupboard. Maine Savings bought the church where the food pantry is housed and has been renovating it into a new space.
Credit Union Youth Month Recap
When it comes to the various skills one can learn in life, few are more important than learning and understanding basic personal finances. That is why National Financial Literacy Month was established and is celebrated each April. Last month, Maine credit unions were promoting the theme, “A Sea of Savings,” because when kids learn about the importance of saving money for the future, they are laying the foundation for financial success! In this article, we recap some of the tips that we shared.
Atlantic FCU Foundation Grants $5,000 to New Ventures Maine Rainy Day Fund
The Atlantic FCU Foundation is proud to announce a $5,000 donation to support the New Ventures Maine Rainy Day Savings Account Program, which is designed for income-eligible individuals and households to safeguard against unexpected expenses. This initiative underscores the Foundation’s unwavering commitment to fostering financial stability and empowerment through education across the communities it serves.
Elevate Is Next Week!
In just under one week, credit unions and partners from across Maine are coming together for our League’s 87th Elevate: Annual Meeting & Convention at the Holiday Inn By the Bay in Portland—and we could not be more thrilled to see all our wonderful credit unions! With a full agenda spanning two full days, there will be ample opportunities for networking, learning, engagement, community, and People Helping People.
Appraisers Bill Passes Unanimously
During a busy legislative week with bills still being printed and considered, the Labor Committee held a work session on Tuesday for LD 1514, legislation which will help address the real estate appraiser shortage. The committee unanimously voted Ought to Pass as Amended—a strong sign that the bill may be enacted.
Maine's Largest Credit Union Opens Scarborough Branch
Atlantic FCU has added to its footprint with a newly opened branch in Scarborough, located at the intersection of Payne and Ginn roads just off Exit 42 of the Maine Turnpike. The new branch features three drive-through lanes with ATMs and video teller technology.
Maine Credit Union Volunteer Recognized as a Community Champion
Financial education advocates from across the state came together this week at Junior Achievement of Maine’s 10th Annual JAM Fest to celebrate and honor the efforts of volunteers. At the event, a Maine credit union champion was recognized for her efforts in providing financial education to youth. Kylie Kennedy, Marketing Coordinator at Seaboard FCU, was presented with the well-deserved Student Impact Award.
CU News & Events - April Edition
As spring took off across Maine, credit unions sprang into action to support their members and communities. From Credit Union Youth Month and Financial Literacy Month festivities to fundraisers and big celebrations, April held no dull moments for our credit unions! Our League provides a look at what some of our credit unions were up to in April in this month’s edition.
InfoSight360: Q1 Compliance Update Now Available
The InfoSight360 compliance update for the first quarter of 2025 is now available. The recording is located under Trainings in the lower right-hand corner of the My 360 View page.