PolicyWorks Offering Complimentary Access to ViClarity BCP Self-Assessment Tool
All ICUL member credit unions are being offered complimentary access to the ViClarity Business Continuity Planning (BCP) Self-Assessment Pandemic Execution Tool . The deadline to register for this complimentary access is April 23.

This tool allows credit unions to walk through an assessment of their current BCP, read tips and export an easy-to-read report with gap analysis.

Learn more about this offer and the ViClarity BCP Self-Assessment Pandemic Execution Tool here .
New ICUL Virtual Roundtables Scheduled for Next Week
ICUL has planned three virtual roundtables next week to facilitate conversations between credit unions and subject experts. Topics will continue to be announced as speakers are secured. We are finalizing scheduling with Jo Ellen Whitney from Davis Brown Law Firm and the SBA for future roundtables. If you have a suggestion for a speaker or topic, please email COVID@iowacreditunions.com .


The most up-to-date information for education events can be found on the ICUL education page . If you'd like to attend a meeting but are unable to, register for the event and a meeting recording will be sent to you. Summary notes of the meetings will be posted to our  resource page  following each event.
CARES Act and Paycheck Protection Program Resources Available
ICUL and the PolicyWorks team have been working to source and create resources pertaining to credit union's interests in the CARES Act and Paycheck Protection Program.

Resources will be posted to the ICUL COVID-19 resources website . Questions about COVID-19 related operations may be sent to covid@iowacreditunions.com .
Iowa Division of Credit Unions Sharing Operations Guidance
The Iowa Division of Credit Unions continues to support Iowa credit unions during this pandemic. The Division created a working document with updates regarding COVID-19 related topics, including loan modifications, annual meetings, member assistance and other frequently asked questions, offering legislative and regulatory guidance.

Click here to view the document.
ICUF Emergency Relief Fund Update
The Emergency Relief Fund was created to provide $500 emergency grants to individuals and small businesses financially impacted by COVID-19. Over the course of 72 hours, the fund received more than 11,000 applications for grant assistance from credit union members across the state. The application is currently closed and will not be re-opened. ICUF will begin notifying grant recipients early next week, with more than 1,100 of the applicants receiving grants in the first wave of funding.

ICUF is continuing to fundraise in an effort to award additional grants. If your credit union would consider asking employees or members to donate to the fund, marketing templates are available on the ICUL COVID-19 Communications page. Credit unions may contact Jaimie Miller , Executive Director of ICUF, directly to pledge funds. More than $668,000 has been raised in support of this effort.
Midwest Speakers Bureau Offering Inspirational Speakers Series
NAMI Greater Des Moines has created a program - We Are Here. With You.- to provide 'inspiration in the midst of uncertainty'. As part of the program, the Midwest Speakers Bureau has curated a line-up of nationally-renowned motivational speakers to speak each Wednesday at noon through May 20.

Speakers are aiming to inspire and create new perspectives. These virtual keynotes are a great opportunity for staff in all levels of the credit union. Click here to learn more and register.
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