Earlier this year it was announced that the Enhanced Financial Counseling Certification Program (FiCEP) program was going to be held in Minnesota. Our management team felt this would be a great opportunity for staff development and was a way we could continue to meet the ever-changing needs of our members. We selected one employee from each branch to go through this program. Cindy B. Learn More about New Certified Financial Counselors
Co-op Credit Union holds fundraiser for local Food Shelf
November was Food Shelf Month. To help our local food shelf and our community, we raised money and non-perishable items to be donated to Chippewa County Food Shelf. Linda Givan generously donated baby sweaters for our event and with a $25.00 or more donation to the Chippewa County Food Shelf at the Credit Union, you received a baby sweater of your choice. Co-op Credit Union agreed to match Learn More about Co-op Credit Union holds fundraiser for local Food Shelf
Shopping Tips from the FTC
Happy Holidays! Shopping tips from the FTC The gift-giving season is just around the corner, and the gift-buying season starts. Read the full article about shopping tips Learn More about Shopping Tips from the FTC
CU Forward Day was a success for Co-op Credit Union!
CU Forward Day was a success for Co-op Credit Union! On Monday, October 8th, 2018 Co-op Credit Union celebrated CU Forward Day with a Shred Event and Food Drive. Between all offices, we shredded over 3,600 pounds of paper and collected over 175 pounds of non perishable items for our local food shelf. If you want to learn more about CU Forward Day and how Credit Unions across Minnesota gave Learn More about CU Forward Day was a success for Co-op Credit Union!
Facebook breach, what to do next
Facebook recently announced the largest breach in the history of the company. The breach effected approximately 50 million users, allowing hackers to take over their accounts. If you use facebook, what should you do next? Read more about what you should do at https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2018/10/facebook-breach-what-do-next?utm_source=govdelivery Learn More about Facebook breach, what to do next
CU Forward Day: Monday, Oct. 8, 2018
Shred Day at Co-op Credit Union for CU Forward Day, Monday, Oct. 8, 2018 Monday, October 8, 2018 is set for CU Forward Day. Co-op Credit Union is hosting a Shred Day at each branch location and will be collecting donations for the food shelf. We are asking members to donate a non-perishable food item or monetary donation for the Food Shelf when they bring their items to the Shred truck. Your Learn More about CU Forward Day: Monday, Oct. 8, 2018
Free credit freezes are here
Free credit freezes are here Starting September 21, 2018, free credit freezes and year-long fraud alerts are here. Read the full article and what you need to know at https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2018/09/free-credit-freezes-are-here?utm_source=govdelivery. Learn More about Free credit freezes are here
Co-op Credit Union breaks ground on new location in Willmar
Co-op Credit Union Official Press Release 09/17/2018 Co-op Credit Union breaks ground on new location in Willmar Co-op Credit Union held their groundbreaking ceremony on September 17th for their new branch office in Willmar. The new branch will be located at the corner of 5th St SE and 19th Avenue across from Qdoba and Aldi’s grocery store. The 4,500 square foot building will take Learn More about Co-op Credit Union breaks ground on new location in Willmar
Scammers impersonate celebrities on social media
Did your favorite celebrity reach out to you on social media? Before you get too excited, are you sure it’s that person? Really sure? We’ve heard reports that scammers, who will try just about anything to separate you from your money, are now posing as celebrities on social media. They’re asking fans to send money for all kinds of supposed reasons – like claiming a prize, donating to a charity, Learn More about Scammers impersonate celebrities on social media
Watch out for card skimming at the gas pump
Life is busy and we are always seem to be in a hurry. It is important to be observant when paying at the pump at gas stations. Read the full article below from the Federal Trade Commission on card skimmers. https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2018/08/watch-out-card-skimming-gas-pump?utm_source=govdelivery Learn More about Watch out for card skimming at the gas pump