Tennessee Credit Unions Bless Shoppers with More Than $62,000 in Free Groceries, Exemplifying People Helping People Philosophy
Credit unions throughout Tennessee spread holiday cheer by blessing shoppers with more than $62,000 in free groceries during a two-day Grocery Giveaway Campaign. The giveaway is a collaborative initiative by Tennessee credit unions to help make holiday meals accessible and offset rising food costs. Shoppers at 32 grocery stores throughout the state were blessed with […]
Tennessee Credit Unions Spread Holiday Cheer Through Statewide Grocery Giveaway
On Wednesday, credit unions from across Tennessee hosted a statewide Grocery Giveaway Campaign, providing shoppers with more than $45,000 in free groceries in a single day just ahead of Christmas. The giveaway is a collaborative initiative by Tennessee credit unions to help make holiday meals accessible and offset rising food costs. Shoppers at 25 grocery […]
Q&A with Leisa Massingill, Shared Branch Manager
Leisa Massingill, shared branch manager at the League, has spent more than 40 years in the finance industry, 36 of those at the League. Here’s a Q&A in honor of Leisa’s service to Tennessee credit unions. She will retire at the end of the year. How long did you work at the League? On my […]
League President Remembers the Founder of Middle Tennessee Federal Credit Union
In 1969, Navy veteran and maintenance mechanic armed with $50 and a cigar box co-founded Fleetguard Federal Credit Union in Cookeville, Tenn. It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Bob Stinnett. Fleetguard Federal Credit Union is known today as Middle Tennessee Federal Credit Union and has a community charter for Putnam […]
America’s Credit Unions Selects Fred Robinson to Serve on Transition Board of Directors
We are honored to announce that America’s Credit Unions has selected Fred Robinson, president and CEO of the Tennessee League, to serve on its Transition Board of Directors. “America’s Credit Unions is excited to welcome Fred Robinson to our Transition Board of Directors,” said Jim Nussle, president and CEO of America’s Credit Unions. “Fred lives […]
Tennessee League Serves as the Voice of Tennessee Credit Unions for 90 Years
This June marked the 90th anniversary of when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed into law the Federal Credit Union Act, creating a nationwide network of financial cooperatives. With the Federal Credit Union Act enacted, visionary credit union pioneers hosted a meeting at the YMCA Camp in Estes Park, Colo., in August 1934. Each state sent […]
Credit Union Leader Shares Legacy Retreat Volunteer Experience
The League and credit unions across the state served families during Inheritance of Hope’s Legacy Retreat in Nashville last weekend. During the Legacy Retreat, families facing the loss of a parent to terminal illness made lasting memories together at the Gaylord Opryland Resort. Families enjoyed the beautiful property and accommodations, as well as a show […]
Ascend Federal Credit Union Opens McMinnville Branch at New Location
Ascend Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in Middle Tennessee, announced the opening of its newest location in McMinnville. Located at 3080 Nashville Highway, a grand opening ceremony was held at the new location on Wednesday, Oct. 16, to celebrate the branch’s official launch. The recently completed 3,500-square-foot facility includes five member service rooms, […]
League Announces 2025 Event Lineup
The Tennessee Credit Union League is honored to announce professional development events for the first half of 2025. The lineup includes events hosted exclusively by the Tennessee League and events where the Tennessee League collaborates with other leagues. Through these educational opportunities, credit union professionals can learn the latest industry trends to help Tennessee credit […]
Tennessee Credit Unions Celebrate 77th Annual International Credit Union Day
Credit unions across the Volunteer State celebrated the 77th Annual International Credit Union Day. Here’s a look at some of the festivities!