August 2021
Empowering people and communities to
achieve financial well-being by
championing the credit union philosophy
of 'people helping people'.
Registration for Benefit Night Ends Tomorrow
ICUF Benefit Night will be held September 16 in Dubuque, Iowa. Attend in-person, or join us virtually! In-person attendees will enjoy a delicious meal and entertainment by The Kingfish Band, and a program to recognize credit union philanthropy in Iowa.

There are many different ways to support the Foundation through Benefit Night:
 
  • Attend the Event: This year there are two attendance options for Benefit Night: in-person and virtual. Choose to join us in person for a traditional event, or join us virtually to see the Foundation programming and partake in auction activities. We encourage those participating virtually to donate to ICUF. Register to attend the event here.
  • Sponsor the Event: Benefit Night would not be possible without the generous donations of our supporters. Please consider becoming an event sponsor or donating an item to our auction.
  • Make a Donation: Can't attend the event, but still want to support ICUF's mission? Make an online donation here.

Registration closes Tuesday, August 31.
Recognize a Credit Union Peer through the Friend of the Foundation Campaign
ICUF works to to serve credit unions and their members through grants, scholarships, financial literacy resources and various other initiatives. These important investments are made possible thanks to the collective efforts of our credit union leaders, volunteers and members who believe in the "people helping people" philosophy.

Help us recognize those who have strengthened our movement by becoming a Friend of the Foundation. Friends of the Foundation support our mission by making a gift in honor of one or more credit union leaders. Honorees will be notified that a donation was made in their honor, and they will receive special recognition during the Iowa Credit Union Convention September 15-17.
Last Call: Donate an Item to the ICUF Benefit Night Auction
Each year, ICUF hosts an auction during the annual Benefit Night Fundraiser. This year, the auction will be held on a virtual platform beginning the opening day of the Iowa Credit Union Convention on September 15, and closing at the conclusion of the Benefit Night Fundraiser on September 16.

If you'd like to donate an auction item, please complete this form and send it back to ICUF via email with a high-quality photo(s) for the auction website. Auction submissions are being taken until September 10.
Iowa Finance Authority Offers Home Emergency Assistance Programs
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For members who are struggling to pay their rent or mortgage, the Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) can be a helpful resource.


Click here to learn more.
Small Business COVID-19 Relief Options
The U.S. Small Business Administration continues to offer help for small businesses impacted by COVID-19. Multiple programs are available to help small businesses who need to keep their workforces employed, gain access to low-interest loans, qualify for debt relief and more. Learn about these programs to help the small business owners who may be struggling in your community:
Ways to Support Your Members
As community-based financial organizations, credit unions have the ability to put "people helping people" into all they do. Especially in times of financial need or economic crisis, credit unions may be able to provide fast relief and assistance to help keep members afloat financially.

Click here to review how credit unions can best help members through staple programs and services.
NCUA to Host Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Summit
The NCUA is planning to host its second DEI Summit virtually November 2-4.

This event gives credit union professionals the opportunity to join a DEI forum to share best practices and address challenges to advancing diversity.

Click here to learn more.
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Thank you to our donors!
Thank you to our recent donors, who made contributions to support ICUF's mission-based initiatives.
  • Andrea Dose
  • Deb Madison-Levi
  • Diana O’Connor
  • Elisabeth “Deba” Leach
  • Ena Babic Barnes
  • Leah Richter
  • Jaimie Miller-Ackley
  • Julie Willse
  • Rob Marsaglia
  • Natalie Mahoney
  • Storey Kenworthy
  • Telco Triad Community Credit Union
  • Wendy Parker
For questions regarding any information in the newsletter, please contact Ena Babic Barnes at 515.221.3002.
ICUF was established in 1995. Our mission is to empower people and communities to achieve financial well-being by championing the credit union philosophy of "people helping people."