CU News & Events – October Edition

November 6, 2025 |

This October, spirits were high at credit unions across the state as they celebrated International Credit Union Day, CU Kind Day, member appreciation days, Halloween, and more. From community-centered activities and fundraisers to uplift those in need, Maine’s credit unions continued to be a resource for their communities to rely on. Below, we offer an overview of what some of our credit unions did in October. 

  • On October 17, Acadia FCU staff wore white to show their support for Ashland Branch Manager Teresa and her husband, Bruce, as he battles lung cancer—letting them know their Acadia family is with them every step of the way.
  • Ancorum CU participated in Bowdoinham’s Trunk-or-Treat event as a fundraiser for the Campaign for Ending Hunger and the local Bowdoinham Food Pantry. 
  • With the surge in demand at food pantries, Atlantic FCU made a $10,000 contribution to Wayside Food Programs the support their efforts in fighting food insecurity. 
  • Bangor FCU began collecting nonperishable food items for local pantries. Their food drive runs through November 17. 
  • Brewer FCU hosted their Disc Golf Tournament to End Hunger, and with a multitude of community support, the event was a huge success. 
  • International Credit Union Day was celebrated by Capital Area FCU, who handed out snacks and refreshments to members all day. 
  • In recognition of CU Kind Day on October 13, Casco FCU coordinated a week-long celebration for CU Kind Week! Festivities included: joining the St. Anne Knights of Columbus 5K to benefit local food pantries, offering free coffee and donuts to members, handing out Kind bars with a tag that read, “We think you’re Kind of a big deal,” paying $5 towards the breakfast order of Mister Bagel’s (Gorham) first 50 customers, and delivering baked goods and lunch to Gorham High School staff and Gorham Police and Fire Department (respectively) to thank them for all they do. 
  • Credit Union Week arrived at Central Maine FCU just in time for CU Kind Day, International Credit Union Day, and their special 75th anniversary! The team invited members to join in on some fun with raffles, giveaways, food trucks, and more. 
  • Community CU remembered the victims of the 2023 Lewiston shooting, displaying their “Lewiston Strong” shirts for all to see. 
  • Connected CU had Soup To-Go at their Augusta branch. For $5, members could get their choice of soup or stew with a fresh roll and a bottled water—all in support of the Campaign for Ending Hunger. 
  • A group of cPort CU employees attended the Magnetize Maine Conference on October 10, which cPort also sponsored. 
  • Jackie Shane, Teller at Cumberland County FCU, celebrated her milestone 20th anniversary of working at the credit union. Congratulations, Jackie! 
  • Amidst the government shutdown, Dirigo FCU reminded members that community always matters most and that the credit union is there to support however they can. 
  • Downeast CU joined Baileyville’s Octoberfest celebrations, including the parade with their Ghost Busters theme—busting ghosts like debt, fees, and high interest. 
  • Eastmill FCU honored the 77th anniversary of International Credit Union Day all month with things like their Fall Raffle, with proceeds going to the credit union’s People Helping People Fund. 
  • Empeople CU got in the spooky spirit at UCP of Maine’s Pumpkins in the Park weekend. 
  • Evergreen CU sponsored the Windham Historical Society’s Fall Harvest Festival on October 4. 
  • Franklin-Somerset FCU bought 100 $25 gift cards and handed them out to favorite members, members in need, someone having a hard day, or simply as an act of kindness—reveling in joy of CU Kind Day! 
  • A pink L.L. Bean bag was raffled off at Gardiner FCU, with funds helping The Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care. 
  • Great Falls FCU reminded members to take advantage of services like online and mobile banking during their Indigenous Peoples’ Day closure. 
  • Fresh popcorn and the Trivia Wheel were available to HRCU members on International Credit Union Day, with prizes up for grabs. 
  • Katahdin FCU joined their Northern Penobscot Chapter friends in sponsoring a Financial Fitness Fair at Stearns High School. 
  • The Boys & Girls Clubs and YMCA at the Alfond Youth & Community Center saw a trunk display from KSW FCU for their Trunk-or-Treat event. 
  • To offer aid in a time of high need, KV FCU kicked off their November food drive early, collecting donations for local food pantries until the end of November. 
  • During Lighthouse CU’s annual employee summit, they partnered with United Way of Southern Maine to assemble meal and hygiene kits for local initiatives that address housing and food insecurity. 
  • Lincoln Maine FCU held a virtual Fall Festival during their International Credit Union Week activities, which also included a raffle, pumpkin guessing game, and a 50/50 for Ending Hunger.  
  • Lisbon Community FCU sold cash calendars as part of their fundraising efforts for the Campaign for Ending Hunger. 
  • On October 16 and 17, Maine Family FCU hosted a Member Appreciation Lunch with a free order of poutine from Pinky D’s for all member attendees. 
  • Maine Highlands FCU invited all employees and their families to a special Halloween movie night at Center Theatre, complete with fun treats, prizes, and a showing of “Hocus Pocus.” 
  • In support of the survivors, their children, and pets at one of Maine’s only pet-friendly domestic violence shelters, Maine Savings FCU collected item donations during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 
  • Maine Solutions FCU, among many other credit unions, contributed to the $100,000 Ending Hunger Challenge. 
  • Socks for Rémy received love from Maine State CU staff, who collected socks for those in need. 
  • Freeport Community Services (FCS) honored Midcoast FCU at their annual meeting by presenting them with the 2025 Community Award in recognition of their volunteer efforts and support of FCS programs. Congratulations to the team at Midcoast! 
  • Member Appreciation Day and International Credit Union Day festivities were held at New Dimensions FCU on October 16, with swag, snacks, and a chance to win their Fall Adventure Bag raffle. 
  • Danielle from NorState FCU connected with community members, sharing all of the resources and benefits NorState has to offer at the Age-Friendly Resource Fair held at the Fort Kent Senior Center. 
  • OTIS FCU sponsored Hight Chevrolet GMC’s (Farmington) First Responder BBQ on October 17, offering free food as a thank you for all they do for the community. 
  • Member Appreciation Week arrived in full swing at Oxford FCU, where members received fun prizes and special surprises like free goodies all week. 
  • PeoplesChoice CU served a delicious burger meal at Apex Youth Connection’s Fall Open House—demonstrating their support for Apex’s mission to empower Biddeford’s youth. 
  • Sabattus Regional CU warned members of scam texts circulating appearing to be from the credit union, trying to “alert” individuals of potentially fraudulent charges from Walmart. The credit union reminded members not to respond and to call with any questions or concerns. 
  • Saco Valley CU staff welcomed Halloween with a pumpkin painting contest and festive costumes. 
  • A group from Seaboard FCU participated in Ghostport, ME 2025 in Bucksport. 
  • On October 26, Sebasticook Valley FCU hosted a Benefit Spaghetti Supper & Auction for Sandy Braley, a dear colleague of over 30 years who is currently battling breast cancer. 
  • The County FCU joined the Enfield Trunk-or-Treat on October 25. 
  • For the fourth consecutive year, Town & Country FCU has partnered with the Maine Cancer Foundation to launch CheckME, a public service campaign to help expand awareness about the importance of regular cancer screenings. During the month of October, all local television networks carried the CheckME cancer screening messages followed in November by ads on local radio stations. 
  • In an effort to fill shelves and feed neighbors in need, Trademark FCU collected donations for the Augusta Food Bank and South Portland Middle School. 
  • TruChoice FCU staff came together in support of breast cancer awareness, wearing pink and making a donation to the New England Breast Cancer Alliance to support local survivors. 
  • University CU’s Call Center team volunteered at the 32nd Annual Paws on Parade in early October.
  • On October 3, Winthrop Area FCU coordinated a Pink Friday Bake Sale, with all proceeds going to the Pink Ladies Survivor Group in Winthrop.