In our last edition of the New York Minute for 2025, we’re wishing you a happy holiday season from the Association! Plus, see charitable giving, industry leader recognitions, and more. Get the latest credit union news in our weekly newsletter!
Happy Holidays from The Association!
As 2025 comes to a close, I want to take a moment to sincerely thank you for the continued support, collaboration, and trust you place in the New York Credit Union Association. The holiday season provides a meaningful opportunity to reflect on the connections that strengthen our movement and the communities we serve.
Throughout the year, your commitment to financial well-being, community impact, and cooperative values has remained the driving force behind our collective success. Together, we have advanced advocacy efforts, supported members across the state, and reinforced the principles that make credit unions a trusted and vital part of New York’s financial landscape.
Thank you for being an integral part of this community and for the partnership that allows us to move forward with purpose and confidence. Your engagement and leadership continue to shape a stronger future for credit unions and the members who rely on them.
Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season filled with peace, reflection, and well-earned relaxation. May the year ahead bring health, happiness, and continued success.
Warm regards,
Bill
William J. Mellin, President & CEO
New York Credit Union Association
Broadview FCU Rises to Record Community Need with $500,000+ in Giving
Broadview Federal Credit Union demonstrated its deep commitment to community support by distributing more than $500,000 through its annual Holiday Sharing and Leadership Giving programs. During the 2025 holiday season, Broadview executives and employees delivered $250,000 worth of gifts and essential items to more than 5,000 individuals and families across New York State, marking the culmination of a Holiday Sharing tradition spanning more than 30 years.
With requests for assistance at an all-time high due to economic pressures, SNAP benefit reductions, and a recent government shutdown, Broadview stepped up with donations of toys, warm clothing, cookware, toiletries, and other necessities for families, seniors, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and children. More than 80 nonprofit organizations participated, identifying individuals in need and providing personalized shopping lists.
In addition, Broadview’s Leadership Giving Program donated $324,000 to 60 nonprofits on behalf of the credit union’s management team. Together, these efforts highlight Broadview’s people-first mission and its role as a reliable partner for communities during times of heightened need.
New York Credit Union Leaders Certified as Development Educators
The National Credit Union Foundation has certified 40 credit union leaders as Credit Union Development Educators after completing its signature Development Education (DE) program, the movement’s only 2025 virtual class. Among this distinguished group are two New York credit union professionals:
- Amanda Powell of Finger Lakes Health Care FCU
- Deiredra Oliver of Visions FCU
The virtual DE program provided an accessible and engaging alternative to the traditional in-person experience, allowing participants to dive deeply into the “why” behind credit unions. Through interactive speaker sessions and collaborative exercises, attendees explored credit union structure, emotional intelligence, advocacy, and the importance of advancing financial well-being.
Join us in congratulating Amanda, Deiredra, and all members of the 2025 DE class!
From TruStage: Fintech Forum Webinar Recording Available
Missed TruStage’s fintech forum on stablecoins? The on-demand recording of “Digital Dollars, Real Impact: Stablecoins and the Future of the Credit Union Ecosystem” is now available to watch. This timely webinar explores one of the most talked-about developments in digital finance and what it could mean for credit unions in the years ahead.
Designed for credit union leaders, compliance professionals, and strategy teams, the session breaks down what stablecoins really are and how they’re beginning to reshape payments, member expectations, and operational considerations. Viewers gain insight into the evolving regulatory landscape, potential use cases, and key questions credit unions should be asking as digital assets continue to gain traction.
Credit unions are encouraged to watch the full recording to better understand the opportunities and implications of stablecoins for the cooperative financial system. Click below to access the recording!
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