Coaching members to financial wellness epitomizes the credit union difference
Roy Bergengren, one of the pioneers of the credit union movement, once said the most important function of a credit union is “the education of its members in the management and control of their own money.”
Unfortunately, most Americans don’t learn financial literacy as they grow up, either at home or in school. The 2015 Standard & Poor’s Global Financial Literacy Survey found that while the U.S. was the world’s largest economy, it ranked only 14th in the percentage of adults considered financially knowledgeable (57%).
The same survey asked Americans questions about compound interest, financial diversification and inflation. Only 37% were able to answer correctly.
Redwood Credit Union Wins Industry Marketing Awards
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Erica Dias, SVP Marketing, Communications & Market Analytics
We are honored to be recognized for doing the work we’re passionate about sharing the power of joining a credit union. SANTA ROSA, Calif. (PRWEB) May 06, 2021 Redwood Credit Union (RCU) recently received four Diamond Awards at the annual Credit Union National Association (CUNA) Marketing & Business Development Council conference this year held virtually.
Considered the most prestigious annual credit union industry competition, the Diamond Awards provide national recognition of creative excellence and outstanding results. RCU’s Marketing Department was recognized in four categories, including:
âBuilding Financial Health for a Brighter Tomorrowâ is This Yearâs International Credit Union Day Theme
Credit unions will celebrate ICU Day 2021 on Thursday, October 21
May 03, 2021
MADISON, Wis. On October 21, 2021, credit unions worldwide will celebrate International Credit Union Day (ICU Day). This annual event raises global awareness for the credit union movement through outreach, volunteering, fundraising and other ICU Day-themed activities. Credit unions bring financial inclusion and a promising future to people all over the world. Since the first celebration in 1948, ICU Day is a chance to spotlight and celebrate these achievements.
International Credit Union Day is brought to you by World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) and Credit Union National Association (CUNA) WOCCU s direct member organization in the United States.