As the financial industry rapidly transforms, credit unions face several new challenges and opportunities. Membership can provide a strong foundation for embracing this change by sharing expertise and resources.
As a member of MnCUN, you have the support of the only trade association that champions Minnesota Credit Unions, ensuring credit union priorities are front and center as we advocate, accelerate, and collaborate to ensure a thriving credit union system in Minnesota. "Minnco has continually benefited from our membership with the Network - from the Foundation, legal, and compliance services to ongoing advocacy efforts in Minnesota and Washington. Our membership helps Minnco nurture the collaborative benefits with all sizes of credit unions in Minnesota. Most recently, I’ve been very impressed with the new Medicare Advisory service. Dave Brown has demonstrated extensive experience and is a resource I am proud and confident to offer to our members!" |
Membership in MnCUN and national trade associations ensures your connection to powerful advocacy, expertise, resources, opportunity, and influence.
We value our members' continued trust in us, and we appreciate the opportunity to be able to serve credit unions throughout the state.
Contact Minnesota Credit Union Network President and CEO, Mara Humphrey, with questions.
We value our members' continued trust in us, and we appreciate the opportunity to be able to serve credit unions throughout the state.
Contact Minnesota Credit Union Network President and CEO, Mara Humphrey, with questions.
Dynamic, Bold AdvocacyAs a member of MnCUN, you have the support of the only trade association that champions Minnesota Credit Unions, ensuring credit union priorities are front and center as we advocate, accelerate, and collaborate to ensure a thriving credit union system in Minnesota.
Representing the Interests of Minnesota Credit Unions
Amplifying the Credit Union Advantage
As a result of working with Minnesota Congressional Delegation, four signed on as co-sponsors for the Credit Union Board Modernization Act and helped ensure it passed the U.S. House unanimously in 2023. |
"The strong relationships the Network Advocacy team has built with not only the Senators and the Reps, but their staffers as well, are obvious and really goes a long way to help Minnesota Credit Unions." |
Innovative Solutions to Empower AccelerationAs your trusted partner, we work to provide your credit union access to products and services to meet the financial needs of your members, and business solutions to increase revenue, reduce expense, and improve member experience.
Collaboration to Develop Innovative Services
Delivering Critical Information
Solutions to Address Workforce & Business Development Needs |
In 2023, MnCUN launched TruLync Medicare Advisors, a licensed agency offering expertise and guidance to help credit union members get the most appropriate coverage, while saving them thousands of dollars yearly.
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- Complimentary Credit Union Staff Salary Report.
- Free job postings on the Minnesota Credit Union Jobs Board.
- Consulting and business development services
Delivering Critical Information
- Compliance support to protect credit unions from liabilities that have the potential to affect income, member service, reputation.
- Complimentary access to PolicyAid and two free webinars per year.
Inclusive Collaboration
Minnesota Credit Union Employee Benefits Plan
Participation in this health and benefits plan takes advantage of economies of scale and strengthens negotiation power with larger risk pools.
Opportunity to network with peers and collaborate
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“We belong to the Network to gain collaboration, knowledge, and support to run our business. The Network is a valuable resource on regulatory issues, and industry changes impacting our operations. The Network not only educates us on the topics, but keeps us speaking from one common voice in our industry. I love the Network’s ability to hold virtual meetings where the credit unions can sign on and speak to each other on better practices and current issues.” -Phil Kopischke, President & CEO |
In 2023, we offered over 120 education sessions and webinars; including major events IMPACT Day at the Capitol, GAC, ACCELERATE & LEAD 23 and CEO Conferences, and CREW Young Professionals Group and Women’s Leadership Network events.
"I am engaged with the Minnesota Credit Union Network because of the value it brings to my career and my credit union. The networking events have been a large help in my career by allowing me access to other credit union people that I would not have normally had the opportunity to meet. The peer-to-peer sessions are also a chance to have an in-depth conversation with others in the industry. The information gained from my colleagues helped save my credit union money in a tough year. I wouldn’t be where I am without the help of MnCUN!" -Justin Houle, VP of Finance, Heartland Credit Union
Special Funds
Credit Union Advocacy Fund
The Credit Union Advocacy Fund provides resources to strongly position credit unions on the legislative and political fronts. The Advocacy Fund is proactive in nature, helping to create a strong credit union environment and augment MnCUN’s advocacy effort. As a restricted fund, expenditures are governed by a committee of credit unions and MnCUN staff. |
Minnesota Credit Union Foundation
The Minnesota Credit Union Foundation (MnCUF) provides grants, community partnerships, professional development and disaster relief to help the state's credit unions and communities prosper and thrive. Founded in 1969 by the Minnesota Credit Union Network, MnCUF is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization governed by a seven-member board of directors from various Minnesota credit unions. |
Small Credit Union Benefits
As a small credit union, you play an important role for your members and the movement. MnCUN provides resources to help make your job easier.
Small Credit Union Education Grant - grants for small credit unions under $100 million to use for professional development through the Minnesota Credit Union Foundation. Small credit unions may also be eligible for expedited approval. Free Education Webinar - credit unions with assets under $100 million receive a free webinar of your choice from the Credit Union Webinar Network, valued at $200. Discounted Registration - credit unions with assets under $100 million receive discounts on Network events such as the ACCELERATE (formerly Annual Conference) IMPACT (Credit Union Day at the Capitol), and LEAD (formerly) Fall Leadership Conference registration fees. Planning SessionsMnCUN works with small credit unions on a variety of topics, including:
Business Development ResourcesWork with MnCUN to find a balance between today’s needs and tomorrow’s opportunities.
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The Network staff have always gone above and beyond to listen to the needs of Teamsters Credit Union. They connect the dots for us in ways that help our credit union stay relevant to our membership. No matter the question – or event – the Network staff always helps us feel connected and gets us more excited to be part of the credit union movement. We share the same members helping members philosophy!" |
Compliance Resources
- Policy Resources - complimentary access to PolicyAid, an online policy resource which contains over 100 sample policies and is updated quarterly.
- Professional Development - two complimentary compliance training webinars through MnCUN’s partnership with ViClarity.
- Compliance Support - submit a question online or by phone and MnCUN’s compliance experts will assist with general compliance information.
"I find an abundance of benefits being associated with the Minnesota Credit Union Network. As a new CEO of a small credit union, two benefits that have directly assisted our credit union was the availability of Policy Aid and the General Counsel. The guidance of both resources helped tremendously in the success of moving our branch location to a new space and revamping our policy binder. The Network has provided significant value to FCEFCU!"
- Caitlin Brama, President/CEO, Farm Credit Employees FCU
Associate Membership Levels
A credit union that has its headquarters in a state other than Minnesota may be an associate member. Associate members must be affiliated with the state league in which they are headquartered. Associate members have two options for affiliation:
Tier 1 Associate: Includes compliance assistance, educational sessions, publications, political advocacy, and member service support. Tier 1 members do not have voting rights nor representation on the Network Board of Directors.
Tier 2 Associate:
In addition to the services above, Tier 2 members are entitled to:
Tier 1 Associate: Includes compliance assistance, educational sessions, publications, political advocacy, and member service support. Tier 1 members do not have voting rights nor representation on the Network Board of Directors.
Tier 2 Associate:
In addition to the services above, Tier 2 members are entitled to:
- vote (one vote per 10,000 credit union members in the state of Minnesota);
- run for a position on the MnCUN Board of Directors;
- serve on MnCUN committees and/or on chapter boards;
- the same rights, privileges, duties and responsibilities as regular MnCUN members.
Contact Minnesota Credit Union Network Director of Engagement, Xiong Lee, with questions about Membership Levels.