ITIN Lending Implementation Guide Now Available!
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For a large segment of the U.S. population without a social security number, access to vital financial resources or the ability to build credit can be difficult. Credit unions have been seeking new and sustainable points of differentiation and sources of revenue.
Read the press release
here
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Apply Today for the Small Credit Union Grant!
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The Iowa Credit Union Foundation is now accepting applications through Friday, November 16 for the Small Credit Union Grant made possible by Veridian Credit Union.
This grant allows Iowa credit unions under $35 million in assets to apply for grants in the following categories:
- New technology investments
- Strategic planning and consultation services
- Registration and travel expenses to attend the 2019 ICUL Legislative and Regulatory Issues Conference on February 19-20
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Warren A. Morrow Scholarship Application Opens Tomorrow
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The Iowa Credit Union Foundation (ICUF) will open the Warren A. Morrow Memorial Scholarship for applications beginning on Friday, October 26. Scholarships totaling $11,500 will be awarded to high school seniors and graduates. The annual scholarship program honors the late Warren Morrow. Warren was the founder of Coopera and a visionary in the credit union industry who dedicated his life and career to helping the underserved.
- High School Scholarship - Designated for high school seniors planning to enter college in 2019.
- First place: $3,000
- Second place: $2,000
- Third place: $1,500
- Fourth place: $1,000
- Post-High School Scholarship - This scholarship is designated for individuals entering or attending an accredited undergraduate, graduate or vocational program in 2019. Two $2,000 scholarships will be awarded.
Applications will be available starting tomorrow on the Iowa Credit Union Foundation
website
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Marketing and promotional templates will be shared once the scholarship application is open.
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ICUL Advocacy Efforts Continue in Washington, D.C.
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Last month ICUL hosted its Principal Key Contacts (PKC) trip to Washington, D.C. to meet with the Iowa delegation.
PKCs are Iowa credit union leaders who have been designated to coordinate outreach efforts for one of Iowa’s members of Congress. This visit provided opportunities for Iowa credit union leaders to update the delegation about the great work being done by Iowa’s credit unions.
The newest
Quarterly Federal Update
includes more coverage of the PKC trip in addition to ICUL’s candidate endorsements, recent federal advocacy efforts, and updates on ADA accessibility.
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Apply to Crash the 2019 GAC
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The 2019 CUNA Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC) is March 10 - 14. The Cooperative Trust, CUNA and all state leagues are joining forces to have at least one GAC Crasher from each state.
Crashers are credit union young professionals (35 & under, or "35 at heart") who are sponsored to attend a conference at a lower cost and with additional content designed especially for young professionals. Applications are easy, and the entire experience is career-changing! Crashers receive free conference registration from CUNA. Travel, lodging, and food costs are the responsibility of the Crasher and their credit union.
Deadline submissions are due November 30. Apply
here
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2nd Annual CUNA Emerging Leaders Institute Registration Open
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The 2nd annual CUNA Emerging Leader Institute will be held December 3-5, 2018, in Austin, TX. New and experienced leaders will gather to network and gain fundamental insights into credit union leadership.
The three-day course consists of two leadership assessments to identify key strengths and weaknesses, discussions to become familiar with the common challenges of leadership and leadership knowledge courses to help attendees lead their teams, influence others and build strong relationships.
To learn more, register for the Institute, or nominate an outstanding leader for the CUNA Emerging Leader Award, click
here
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CUNA Credit Union Board Certification School 2019 Registration Open
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Now open for 2019 registration, CUNA Credit Union Board Certification School, formerly known as CUNA Volunteer Certification School, continues to provide board members with valuable education and networking opportunities.
“We’ve designed this school to provide a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of board responsibilities,” said Maegan Monson, instructional design manager at CUNA. “While it’s especially useful for board members with less knowledge on credit union operations and board governance, attendees of all experience levels can gain critical insights from our expert speakers.”
Attendees will also have the opportunity to earn their
Certified Credit Union Board Member
designations onsite, provided they have met other prerequisites and can pass the onsite exams.
The 2019 school is scheduled to run from May 6-10 in San Antonio, TX. View the full press release
here
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Be Aware and Take a Stance Against Money Mules
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The Department of Justice (DOJ) has an upcoming initiative to conduct a wide-reaching sweep targeting domestic money mules and money mule networks. DOJ representatives have made comments suggesting money mules are the conduit which allows many fraudulent transactions to occur, and the public needs to see a strong response to this threat.
Money mules are a vital part of a variety of criminal fraud schemes, to include but not limited to BEC, money laundering, IRS/law enforcement impersonation frauds, e-mail extortions, lottery frauds, and the like.
Attorney General Jeff Sessions has taken an aggressive stance against fraudsters in the context of elder fraud as well as Business Email Compromise (BEC). This upcoming initiative will see enhanced interest by each district of the United States Attorney’s Offices (USAO) in addressing, charging, and prosecuting money mule activity during the near-term.
Please report any customers you think may be involved with criminal activity. Click
here
for more information.
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Register for Upcoming Education Events
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ICUL has multiple upcoming learning opportunities - click on the banners to learn more!
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