At Forrit Credit Union, we’re thrilled to be part of a global celebration! On October 17, 2024, credit unions around the world will unite to celebrate International Credit Union Day (ICU Day), an annual event that honors the profound impact credit unions have on communities worldwide. This year is extra special, as it marks the 76th anniversary of ICU Day, and the theme, “One World Through Cooperative Finance,” highlights the power of cooperation in creating a better financial future for everyone.

Why Credit Unions Matter

Credit unions, like Forrit CU, are unique. We’re not-for-profit, member-owned financial cooperatives dedicated to helping you achieve financial success—not maximizing profits for shareholders. In fact, we’re part of a global community of more than 82,000 credit unions that serve over 403 million members across 98 countries! That’s a lot of people who benefit from the credit union difference. 

Forrit CU is proud to be a local leader in this movement, providing a wide range of financial services tailored to our members’ needs. We believe that financial services should be accessible, affordable, and designed to help you build a secure future. With serving our members with a full spectrum of financial services, including anytime-anywhere online and mobile banking, personalized service, 24-hour phone access and more, we’re committed to serving our community and ensuring that our members have the tools they need to thrive.

A Rich History of Empowering People

Did you know that International Credit Union Day has been celebrated since 1948? For over seven decades, this special day has given credit unions a chance to reflect on their history, share their success stories, and raise awareness about the unique benefits they offer. It’s a time to celebrate the financial empowerment that credit unions provide and to spread the word about how credit unions create positive economic and social change in communities around the globe.

This year, ICU Day is more important than ever. With 1.4 billion people worldwide still unbanked—meaning they have no access to basic financial services—credit unions have the perfect model to step in and make a difference. By offering affordable, people-focused services, credit unions help underserved populations and communities build brighter financial futures. At Forrit CU, we hope you’ll join us in celebrating this powerful movement!

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