With financial institutions often in the news for their struggles in this difficult economy, many consumers are wondering, “Is my money safe?”  If they are a Maine credit union member, the answer is a resounding “YES!”   Maine credit unions offer something that no other financial institution can – the opportunity to be an owner […]

Wherever you are in Maine, there is a credit union that is right for you! And wherever you may be at the moment, at home, school, the office, or somewhere in between, thanks to www.mainecreditunions.org, finding a credit union has never been easier! This convenient website features a directory listing of all Maine credit unions, […]

2009 marked another record-setting year for the Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger. A total of $375,923.93 was raised in 2009, surpassing the previous record set in 2008. Since 1990, Maine’s credit unions have raised over $3.5 million to help end hunger in Maine.   These remarkable results marked the thirteenth consecutive year that […]

Despite an economy that has prompted many lenders to pull back, lending is accessible and strong at Maine’s credit unions.  While institutions across the country were tightening lending availability, Maine’s Credit Unions continued to lend money and were sources of credit to thousands of Maine consumers, with loans outstanding to members exceeding $3.5 billion. Maine […]

SURF Dude is the new mascot of Maine credit unions’ CU24 SURF ATM Network. Credit unions have more surcharge-free ATMs across Maine than just about anyone. When you see SURF Dude, you know that you’re in the SURF Zone – and that means no ATM fees! Credit union members can save at least an average […]

Co-ops Capture the Credit Union Spirit Maine co-ops provide the resources to not only help you save money, but also to support local businesses and farmers at the same time. In a challenging economic climate, the value of cooperative organizations, from credit unions to food suppliers, is becoming increasingly clear. Credit unions are one of […]

If you’re a credit union member, the answer is you! In the increasingly uncertain financial services industry, it is no wonder that many consumers are concerned about the safety of their savings. And, as products and services continue to increase and become more complicated, sometimes it’s difficult to know who is in control of your […]

The credit union commitment to ‘people helping people’ is felt both by credit union members, and throughout the communities in which CU employees work and live. The way Maine credit unions care for their communities is not only what keeps members returning to their local branches—it is also what drives these dedicated members and staff […]

With great rates and lower fees, it is no secret that Maine credit unions save consumers money. However, there is another way that CUs help their members save green – for the environment! Credit unions can help you conserve energy, as many Maine credit unions offer special rates on loans for fuel efficient cars, and […]

From October 17 – 22, 2010, more than 600,000 Maine residents who belong to a credit union will join the 184 million credit union members belonging to over 49,000 credit unions in 97 countries worldwide to celebrate International Credit Union Week. For 62 years, credit unions have set aside the third Thursday in October to […]