As the 2025 CREW Ambassador, Caitlin will inspire and empower emerging leaders across the credit union movement, championing collaboration and a shared commitment to people-focused service.
Outgoing CREW Ambassador Amy Hendrickson, Mid Minnesota Federal Credit Union, will serve as Ambassador Emeritus and mentor for the incoming Ambassador. In Case You Missed It: A Conversation with NCUA’s Julie Cayse: Yesterday, we hosted a valuable discussion with Julie Cayse, NCUA Western Regional Director, in partnership with our Tristate colleagues from Montana and Wisconsin.
CFPB Takes Steps to Limit State Attorney General and Regulator Authority: On May 15th, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued an interpretive rule attempting to limit the authority of state attorneys general and financial institution regulators when it comes to enforcing federal consumer financial protection law. Section 1033 Personal Financial Data Rights Rule Likely to be Struck Down by Month’s End: In late 2024, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) finalized its personal financial data rights rule as required by Section 1033 of the Dodd-Frank Act. The Minnesota Credit Union Foundation reminds credit unions that several grant opportunities are available to support credit unions in serving their members and communities through innovative and impactful projects.
Applications are accepted year-round, and we encourage eligible credit unions to take advantage of these resources. Small Credit Union Technology Assistance Grant This grant provides funding to help small credit unions (under $100 million in assets) enhance their technology to better serve members and support organizational growth. Eligible projects include:
Financial Inclusion Grant This grant supports efforts to improve access and inclusion in financial services, particularly for underserved communities. Potential projects include:
Financial Education Grant The Financial Education Grant helps credit unions deliver high-impact financial education programs in their communities. Examples of eligible initiatives:
For additional information and applications, visit Grants | Minnesota Credit Union Foundation | mncun.org and scroll down “Credit Union Grants.” Let the Foundation help support your next great idea!  Be part of the celebration! Join us in honoring the 100th anniversary of credit unions by purchasing a limited-edition 100th anniversary logo polo shirt. A portion of the sales will support the Minnesota Credit Union Foundation, helping to continue our mission of supporting financial well-being.
Get your shirt now - the fundraiser ends June 7! Orders will arrive around June 24. Every shirt purchased supports financial education, professional development, and community empowerment — all while commemorating 100 years of cooperative impact.
Let’s wear our credit union pride loud and proud — and help fuel the next 100 years of impact! Thank you for supporting the Foundation and celebrating this historic milestone with us! Earlier today, the Minnesota Credit Union Network sent a GREAT alert urging advocates to contact Senators Klobuchar and Smith ahead of consideration of the GENIUS Act.
When the Senate returns to Washington next week, it will begin consideration of the GENIUS Act, which would establish a federal regulatory framework for issuing stablecoins. While this is significant in itself, the GENIUS Act is also the first Senate Banking Committee bill to reach the floor in eight years, making it a prime vehicle for a wide range of financial services amendments. One such amendment that could be especially damaging to Minnesota credit unions is Sen. Marshall’s Credit Card Competition Act—often referred to as the Big Box Bailout. This proposal would impose harmful, government-mandated routing restrictions, effectively acting as back-door price controls on interchange fees. We believe it is vital that Minnesota credit unions speak up now. Your Senators need to hear directly from you about how these proposed changes would hurt your operations, and more importantly, your members, who are among the 142 million Americans credit unions serve nationwide. Credit unions across Minnesota are invited to participate in the inaugural Minnesota Cooperative Summit: Cooperatively Building a Better World, taking place July 29–30, 2025, at the University of Minnesota Morris. This landmark event celebrates the International Year of Cooperatives and offers a unique opportunity for credit unions to engage with the broader cooperative community.
Why Credit Unions Should Attend As a proud sponsor, the Minnesota Credit Union Network underscores the importance of this summit in fostering collaboration and innovation among cooperatives. Event highlights include:
Celebrating Cooperation Among Cooperatives Broken Clock Cooperative Brewery will be serving Minnesota Credit Union’s High Yield Pale Ale at the closing reception, highlighting our partnership as an example of collaboration in our cooperative ecosystem. Register Now Thanks to sponsorships, registration costs are low, and scholarships are available. Attendees have access to free onsite childcare and optional bus transportation from the Twin Cities. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative event that aims to strengthen the cooperative movement in Minnesota. For more information and to register, visit www.mncooperativesummit.org.
The online request form was completed, but we also reached out to MnCUN directly since the timeline was tight and there weren’t any current distributers in the Brainerd Lakes Area. Jeremy from Broken Clock Brewing Co-Op presented two options: personally driving up our order OR helping get a local distributer. In a matter of days both were accomplished!
Jeremy personally delivered 10 cases to our Annual Meeting location and made deliveries to a local distribution partner. So, when delighted members received their can and asked where they could get more, we were able to tell them Westside Liquors! This celebration was a win for our members, a local business, and the Minnesota Credit Union Foundation! Cheers!” -Submitted by Miranda Anderson, Senior Vice President of Strategy and Marketing Want to bring High Yield Pale Ale to Your Community? High Yield Pale Ale will be available throughout 2025 at credit union events, community festivals, and select locations around Minnesota - including Broken Clock's Taproom. Connect with Broken Clock Cooperative Brewing directly to learn more about how to bring it to your community. Together, we’re raising a glass—and awareness—for 100 years of the credit union difference. CFPB Withdraws Three Proposed Rules; Search for a Permanent Director Continues: On May 15, 2025, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) published notice in the Federal Register that it is withdrawing three proposals introduced under the previous administration.
CFPB Rescinds 2021 Mortgage Servicing Regulations: The CFPB has issued an interim final rule formally rescinding its 2021 mortgage servicing regulations tied to the COVID-19 pandemic, a move that will ease compliance obligations for credit unions and other mortgage servicers. We're pleased to share the new MnCUN Events Calendar! From here, you can see MnCUN major events, professional development and networking opportunities, events supporting the Minnesota Credit Union Foundation and its committees and community events. How to Filter the Events CalendarEvents can by filtered by date or event type:
FSC: events supporting the Foundation Scholarship Council providing scholarships to Minnesota credit union members. MN Women’s Leadership: events to convene Minnesota’s women credit union professionals. Professional Development: Trailblazer Executive Readiness Training, Sales CU, Thrive Data Activation Series and other events and programs to support the growth of Minnesota credit union professionals. TruLync Medicare Advisors Educational Sessions: community events to provide general information on Medicare presented by TruLync Medicare Advisors. Webinar Hot Topics: educational webinars hosted by MnCUN to provide credit unions with timely updates on emerging trends and issues. Calendar ViewYou can navigate back and forward by month or “Today.” There are two options to view the calendar - as a "Month Grid" or "Event List."   New! Community Event SubmissionsDo you have a fundraiser or event you want to share with the Minnesota Credit Union community? We are introducing a new self-service option to get your event posted to the MnCUN Event Calendar. Login in required to complete the submission form and allow for 2 business days for approval.  |
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