MADISON, Wis.—CUNA Mutual Group reported that during 2014 it donated more than $158,000 to the National Credit Union Foundation to help support its development fund.
CUNA Mutual said The Foundation embodies the spirit of credit unions through its efforts to strengthen and develop the credit union movement. As the movement's charitable arm, the NCUF funds industry-wide development initiatives, including:
- Financial education to consumers of all ages
- Disaster assistance
- Greater access to affordable financial services
- Helping empower consumers to save, build assets, and own homes
“The NCUF is a catalyst to improve people’s financial lives through credit unions,” said Bob Trunzo, President and CEO for CUNA Mutual Group. “The NCUF exemplifies the credit union philosophy and builds upon the mission of the credit union system.”