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As you plan next year's strategy, now is a good time to consider investing in Curql Fund II and broaden your credit union's access to extensive product and service discounts in emerging fintech technologies that can help you compete in the future marketplace.
Through an investment in Envisant, credit unions with assets above $100 million can be part of the Curql ecosystem that facilitates collaboration between fintechs and the credit union industry. It offers a seat at the table for investing credit unions with benefits that include:
Join an informative live webinar to get your questions answered! Choose one of the upcoming webinar options to discover more about the benefits of this groundbreaking investment opportunity. Dates/Times CT:
P.S. Watch "3 Questions with Envisant’s Tom Kane and Libby Calderone" about Curql Fund II. Privacy and Credit Reporting Laws For Your Members Residing in California: Earlier this year, California enacted three laws which may extend to members of Minnesota credit unions residing in the state.
CFTC Digital Asset Fraud Resource: The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has published an online resource for fraud and market manipulation in the “spot” digital commodity markets to prevent financial grooming frauds referred to as “pig butchering” and other types of digital commodities fraud.
During the fundraiser, credit union staff, members, and local businesses are encouraged to purchase paper links and hearts that are connected and hung in lobbies to help illustrate the "people helping people" philosophy of credit unions. All proceeds benefit Gillette Children's Hospital.
To participate, credit unions simply fill out the registration form by Friday, December 13, 2024 and CU4Kids will provide Chain of Hearts materials at no cost. With questions, reach out to Director of Engagement, Xiong Lee *Although these are the campaign dates, credit unions may participate during any time frame that best fits their calendar.  The Minnesota Credit Union Foundation (MnCUF) is excited to participate in the annual Give to the Max Day tomorrow, Thursday, Nov. 21.
MnCUF provides grants, community partnerships, professional development and disaster relief to help the state's credit unions and communities prosper and thrive. Now in its 16th year, Give to the Max Day has become Minnesota’s annual giving holiday, raising nearly $330 million in its first 15 years. Every year, thousands of organizations and individuals generate donations and excitement for Minnesota causes working to improve the quality of life for all Minnesotans. Each donation through GiveMN.org qualifies MnCUF for additional grants from the Give to the Max Day prize pool, thanks to the continued generosity of the Bush Foundation. On Nov. 21, Give to the Max Day, GiveMN will award:
To support MnCUF on Give the Max Day, visit: Minnesota Credit Union Foundation Inc | GiveMN
The results are in! On Monday, October 14, 58 credit unions and partners spent over 18,000 hours supporting 2,000 community organizations across the state. Additionally, credit unions donated nearly $80,000 as part of CU Forward Day.
Credit unions and partners participated in a variety of volunteer opportunities in Minnesota:
MnCUN extends sincere appreciation to credit union volunteers for embracing the people helping people philosophy for CU Forward Day!
In addition to his role as Controller, Tommy has been actively involved in the Minnesota Credit Union Employee Benefits Plan and various initiatives to enhance the services provided to credit unions. His efforts have strengthened MnCUN’s financial operations and fostered a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the organization.
"Congratulations to Tommy on this remarkable achievement! Tommy embodies teamwork and is always willing to lend a helping hand. We are grateful for his invaluable contributions and unwavering dedication over the past 25 years," said MnCUN President & CEO Mara Humphrey. Please join MnCUN in congratulating Tommy Rempfer on this major milestone!
MnCUN is partnering with Trivia Mafia to host the events, and will provide signage, promotion, and credit union advantage theme giveaways (CU Advantage bag and proud CU Member button).
Still time to join us! Local credit unions are encouraged to participate by promoting the event beforehand, sending staff teams in logo wear to greet members, provide and distribute credit union information and swag for prizes. A MnCUN staff member will be present at each event and Trivia Mafia will run the game. Each event will run from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm and will include a free 60-minute Trivia Game and prizes.
Please complete brief form to participate and you will receive a media kit to help promote the events. Contact Andrea Molnau, MnCUN VP of Communications & Engagement or Julia Miller, MnCUN Director of Communications with questions. We want to hear from you! Your feedback is essential in helping us enhance the Minnesota Credit Union Network's communications.
Please take a few minutes to complete our quick survey. Your responses and insights will directly inform how we share information and resources that matter to you and your credit union. Complete the survey by Friday, Nov. 15. It only takes 5-10 minutes, and we truly appreciate your input! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Andrea Molnau, VP Communications & Engagement. Earlier today, Minnesota Credit Union Network Chief Advocacy Officer Ryan Smith provided an overview of the 2024 General Election results along with MnCUN President & CEO Mara Humphrey. They discussed the election's implications for credit unions nationally and at the state level. A recording of the webinar is available by logging into the Member Portal.
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