January 2024

Guided by the credit union philosophy

of people helping people, the

Iowa Credit Union Foundation works to champion financial well-being for all.

ICUF has received a $45,000 donation from the AMC family of companies: Affiliates Management Company, the Iowa Credit Union League (ICUL), Coopera, First Community Trust, N.A., PolicyWorks and ViClarity.

The AMC family of companies have a shared mission to improve the financial lives of consumers - aligning with ICUF's work to champion financial well-being for all. Thank you, AMC!

Random Acts of Kindness Day (February 17) celebrates the small things that make a big difference. It is a day to engage in small acts of service to others. Some ideas include buying coffee for a coworker, sending a positive message to a friend, or supporting your favorite non-profit organization.

Find more ideas and inspiration for random acts of kindness here.

Consider donating to ICUF! You can offer support by:

• Donating here
• Launching a nonprofit fundraiser on Facebook and sharing it with your friends, and post it along with why you support ICUF

Are you in need of some new credit union gear? Be sure to check out the newest ICUF store offering - "My Job Is Credit Union" shirts!

Shirts are available for a limited-time promotional price of $25 through February 15.

Click here to shop now.

Con artists often target people aged 60 and older, swindling millions of Americans out of almost $28.3 billion each year. 

Iowa Fraud Fighters have compiled real-world tips and tools that can help protect from scammers. Encourage your membership to register and join a free seminar over the next few months across the state to take steps toward a safer future.

A light meal will be provided. Reservations are required. Learn more here.

Mark your calendars - dates have been set for 2024 ICUF events, and we want to see you there!

• May, 'People Helping People' Financial Coach Training Program: This year's financial coach training program will be held virtually through a series of six webinars in May. Internationally recognized facilitator Adam Carroll will lead the program. Registrations will open in March. Scholarships will be available
• June 5, Be the Light ICUF Golf Classic in Coralville
• September 19, Benefit Night Fundraiser in Des Moines

The 2024 Warren A. Morrow Memorial Scholarship applications will close on February 2. Iowa credit union members who are pursuing post-secondary education or are graduating high school seniors are eligible.

Encourage your membership to learn more about this scholarship and apply!

Thank you to our recent donors, who made contributions to support ICUF's mission-based initiatives.

• Dave Cale
• Greg & Julie Hanshaw
• Lorna Kohn

• Chelsie Madden
• Greater Iowa Credit Union
• Storey Kenworthy