Positive news about Indiana CUs


In this issue
Jan. 26, 2016
In the Media
January 18-25, 2016
This collection of positive news about credit unions and their activities is assembled from a variety of sources on the Internet and from credit union submissions. Note: links used here are external and the League does not control their expiration dates.
 
To share news from your Indiana credit union: send story links to Kay Neidlinger. You can also read more about credit union's community service efforts--and contribute information at the Commitment to Change website.
Indiana Credit Unions in the Media
Source: Credit union submissions and Internet news reports. Some stories may require passwords for access.
Daily Journal - 1/25/2016
Crane CU is giving 11 $1,000 scholarships to members. 
Evansville Courier & Press - by John Martin 1/24/2016
Santa restoration moving forward, but will need funding to happen
Evansville Teachers FCU has donated a building that will store a 35-foot Santa Claus statue so it can be restored.
Journal Gazette - 1/24/2016
Business at a glance
MidWest America FCU received an A+ nationwide rating in the report that DepositAccounts just released.
Chronicle Tribune - by Seth Hutchins 1/19/2016
'Samaritans' donate shoes for children
Grant County credit unions hosted their 4th annual Samaritan's Feet charity event at the Grant County Boys and Girls Club. There were 200 pairs of shoes and socks distributed. (Password/subscription required.)
21 Alive ABC - by Kayla Crandall 1/19/2016
City of Fort Wayne gets it poppin' on National Popcorn Day
Fire Police City County FCU celebrated National Popcorn Day.
Current in Carmel - 1/19/2016
Home of Distinction tour will benefit IU Health breast cancer program
The preview event is presented by Indiana Members CU.
NWIndianaLife - 1/18/2016
Members Advantage Credit Union offering three college scholarships in 2016
The credit union is offering scholarships this winter to qualifying high school seniors and to those in their first or second year of college.
Credit Union Journal - undated
CEOs earn recognition: Executives on the move
Slide #11: Three Rivers FCU hired Phil Bundy as director of business services.
National and Wide-Reaching Coverage
Source: Credit Union National Association and other national sources. Some stories may require passwords for access.
US News Money - by Tony Armstrong 1/19/2016
US News Money explains why members of a credit union going through a merger shouldn't be alarmed. If a credit union is merging with another, the two financial institutions will retain the not-for-profit, cooperative philosophy. 
WalletHub - by Alina Comoreanu (undated)  
Credit unions offer the best deals on checking and savings accounts for consumers according to a WalletHub study. WalletHub analyzed the rates, fees and features associated with financial accounts among the nation's financial institutions. The report suggested consumers check out credit unions.
Make plans to attend the League's 2016 Legislative Affairs Forum
February 8 is just around the corner! Join the League and credit unions from across Indiana at the League's Legislative Affairs Forum on Feb. 8 to learn more about the legislative landscape for credit unions. U.S. Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (R-2) will be there to provide an update from Congress, and there will be a reception where you can interact with members of the Indiana General Assembly. Details about the event -- including registration links -- are on the League website. Submit your registration today!