The Arkansas Credit Union Foundation was founded in 1999. It represents the charitable arm of the Arkansas Credit Union League.

The Foundation was created to administer the collection and disbursement of funds for general charitable and educational uses that benefit the Arkansas Credit Union System. It truly expresses the credit union philosophy of “people helping people” through offering assistance to credit unions for educational scholarships, operational grants, and disaster relief.

Education is the heart of the Foundation’s mission. Our goal is to raise enough money through our fundraising efforts to provide educational scholarships that will help our credit union movement grow and prosper. With advancements in technology and the many new challenges facing credit unions each day, the need for education continues to be as critical as ever.

Continuing our education ensures the distinction of Arkansas credit unions by providing the level of expertise necessary to follow new regulations, research, and provide new services and maintain the philosophic base that has made us what we are today.

We will also strive to assist in the area of technology and other operational areas for credit unions in need. Grants for computer equipment and other materials will be available to help those credit unions that need a helping hand.

Another area that we want to be of assistance in is disaster recovery. Nowhere is the philosophy of “people helping people” better expressed than in response to someone in distress. The Foundation will assist credit unions, their staffs, and their communities in times of disaster. Contributions will be available to those who have suffered loss or damage.

Raising funds for the foundation is important to be able to help those people and credit unions when the need arises. You can make a difference by putting the credit union philosophy into action through the Foundation.

There are a number of opportunities to volunteer, share your experience , and to make financial contributions that will further the Foundation’s ability to help others. And as a 501(3) non-profit corporation, all contributions made to the Foundation are tax deductible.

Credit union staff and members can help by participating in the many fundraising activities and other credit union supporters may donate funds to sponsor an event.

Use this form to make a donation.