Member Impact Stories

CPM Federal Credit Union

CPM Federal Credit Union Supports Local Food Banks Amid Shutdown

In response to the ongoing government shutdown, CPM Federal Credit Union extended its support beyond member assistance to help address community needs. Earlier this week, the credit union’s Board approved a $10,000 donation to two South Carolina food banks—Harvest Hope and Lowcountry Food Bank—to aid families facing food insecurity. CPM’s leadership shared that this is an initial contribution, with the potential for additional support if the shutdown continues.

Piedmont Advantage Credit Union

Piedmont Advantage Credit Union: Helping Members Weather the Shutdown

At Piedmont Advantage Credit Union, based in Winston-Salem, NC, the team has been quick to respond to members facing income disruptions during the government shutdown. So far, the credit union has extended payments on seven loans totaling nearly $190,000 in balances—easing more than $3,200 in monthly payments. One TSA employee was able to refinance his personal loan to access an additional $2,000 for essential bills, and the credit union recently received its first mortgage relief request. Each case is reviewed individually, reflecting Piedmont Advantage’s people-first approach.

Whether through flexible payment options or personal guidance from Certified Credit Union Financial Counselors, the credit union remains committed to helping members stay financially steady through uncertainty.

REV Federal Credit Union

REV Federal Credit Union marks Fifth Annual REV Day for Good

With the federal government shutdown potentially disrupting SNAP benefits come November, thousands of essential items from food and hygiene kits to diapers are being placed directly into the hands of Lowcountry neighbors in need, thanks to REV Federal Credit Union’s signature REV Day for Good. The credit union, based in Charleston, SC, annually hosts this all-employee day of service as part of its #UpTheGood initiative. This year, employees came together on Oct. 13 in support of more than 25 nonprofit partners focused on hunger relief, animal welfare, community outreach, education, and the environment. Read more »

S.C. National Guard Federal Credit Union

SC National Guard FCU Opens Food Pantry During Shutdown

In addition to offering no-fee skip-a-pay options and payroll gap loans, SC National Guard FCU has opened a food pantry at each branch to support members impacted by the government shutdown. Operating under a “Give what you can. Take what you need” approach, the credit union made an initial investment to stock the pantries and will continue to ensure food is available while the shutdown persists and SNAP benefits are potentially impacted.

S.C. State Federal Credit Union

S.C. State Credit Union Supports Food Banks Statewide

In response to the government shutdown, S.C. State FCU is extending a helping hand to families across South Carolina. The credit union is donating $20,000 to Harvest Hope Food Bank in Columbia and has launched food drives at branches statewide to assist those impacted in their communities. Collection efforts are underway at Midlands branches to benefit Harvest Hope, while other branch locations are supporting local food banks in Aiken, Anderson, Charleston, Clemson, Florence, Greenville, Greenwood, Orangeburg, Seneca, and Spartanburg.