- While we’re certainly one-of-a-kind, we didn’t invent the co-op. Financial cooperatives and credit unions have been around since the 1800s, evolving with a shared set of principles that govern and guide like-minded companies around the globe. From our commitment to community, to our unique mission in financial services, to your relationship and role as a member – the Eight Cooperative Principles…, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, . Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion “Credit unions support diversity, equity, and inclusion as a shared credit union cooperative principle and continue to have a responsibility and take a leadership role in building and serving more diverse, equitable, and inclusive communities.” – National Credit Union Foundation (NCUF) The eighth and final cooperative principle – Diversity, Equity, and…, Explore our cooperative principles:, Autonomy and Education, , Democracy and Community, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, , Cooperation Among Cooperatives, Membership and Participation
- Endwell, NY – To enhance accessibility of branch services, Visions Federal Credit Union is planning to pilot a device titled "Badger" at select locations. Developed by Satellite Displays, Inc. , Badger is a smart device that can provide closed captions for conversations in real time. The size of a traditional name badge – and functioning as such when not in use – the device receives audio and…, About Satellite Displays, Satellite Displays' purpose is to improve communication through innovation. We created Badger, the world's first closed captioning smart badge to convert speech to text in real time. Badger also translates speech to many languages. We are inspired to help all people overcome communication barriers. Whether you are deaf, have hearing loss, speak a different language or are wearing a mask, Badger…, About Visions Federal Credit Union, Visions Federal Credit Union is a not for profit financial institution completely owned by its members. Established in 1966, Visions proudly serves over 250,000 members in communities throughout New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Services include banking as well as auto, home, personal, and business loans. Ref: Visions FCU press release, 2023. View recent news.
- Syracuse, NY – Visions Federal Credit Union is proud to announce that Ty Muse, Visions’ President/CEO, has joined the advisory board of Syracuse University’s Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA). Muse and two additional newcomers will join the eight current members to provide advice and counsel to the university’s leadership related to programs, initiatives, and opportunities that…, veterans.syr.edu, . Visions also maintains a Veterans Program for veterans, their spouses, and their dependents, as well as a suite of resources for military-connected students. Visions resources can be found at , visionsfcu.org/veterans, and , visionsfcu.org/ovma, . , About Visions, Visions Federal Credit Union is a not for profit financial institution completely owned by its members. Established in 1966, Visions proudly serves over 250,000 members in communities throughout New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Services include banking as well as auto, home, personal, and business loans. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal Housing Lender. Source: , https:/veterans.syr.edu/news/three-new-advisory-board-members
- While we’re certainly one-of-a-kind, we didn’t invent the co-op. Financial cooperatives and credit unions have been around since the 1800s, evolving with a shared set of principles that govern and guide like-minded companies around the globe. From our commitment to community, to our unique mission in financial services, to your relationship and role as a member – the Eight Cooperative Principles…, Democratic Member Control, and, Concern for Community, . Democratic Member Control “Credit unions are democratic organizations owned and controlled by their members. Each member gets one vote, no matter their financial status, to help make the organization’s policies and decisions.” – National Credit Union Foundation We’re accountable to our members. That means our volunteer Board of Directors, President/CEO, and staff leaders listen to your voice…, Explore our cooperative principles:, , Autonomy and Education, , Democracy and Community, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, , Cooperation Among Cooperatives, Membership and Participation
- Reading, PA – Alvernia students gain access to micro lending training to support local entrepreneurs through an expanded partnership between the university and, Visions Federal Credit Union, . The partnership will award the university's, O'Pake Institute for Economic Development and Entrepreneurship, a multiyear sponsorship grant to fund training for students and clients in the institute's, student-powered business incubator, ., "We are grateful for Visions' partnership and its support of experiential learning for our business students and our O'Pake fellows while helping us to support new business creation in Reading," said Alvernia University President, John R. Loyack, . "Their belief in the, Reading CollegeTowne, initiative as a catalyst for change for Reading provides a wonderful opportunity to ensure we can support the creation of new business in our community." Visions will train students in the, O'Pake Fellows Program, on what financial institutions look for in startup businesses seeking micro loans. This valuable information is critical to entrepreneurs seeking funding and provides the Fellows with real-world knowledge. In addition, the credit union will also work with incubator clients on entrepreneurial lending opportunities and will look to implement financial literacy training across the campus community…, Dr. Rodney Ridley, . "By guiding the student fellows and local entrepreneurs in the business incubator, Visions will have a major impact on the economic development activity in downtown Reading." The O'Pake business incubator has already served over 50 clients since its launch last year and continues to help new businesses navigate the challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. "We are proud to support and…, SCORE Berks Schuylkill Chapter, ,, Lehigh Valley Angel Investors, ,, Kutztown University's Small Business Development Center, and, Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania, ,, as well as the institute's initial group of sponsors,, Pepsi®, ,, Customers Bank, , the, Wyomissing Foundation, ,, RKL, LLP, and the Berks Alliance. In January, Alvernia started a, $20 million renovation project, on its newly acquired building at 401 Penn Street, which will serve as the hub of, Reading CollegeTowne, , a strategic model for economic development in downtown. , About Visions Federal Credit Union, Visions is a not for profit financial institution completely owned by its members. Established in 1966, Visions proudly serves over 210,000 members in communities throughout New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Services include banking as well as auto, home, personal, and business loans. Ref: Alvernia University Press Release
- My wife and I love to travel. Well, at least back in the pre-Covid and pre-baby days . Things have definitely changed in the last couple years, but the wanderlust remains. Here are some ways that we've been able to make some fun trips without breaking the bank – and how we'll (hopefully) do it again soon. Just plan, man I love my wife for many reasons, but one of the biggest is how well she…, solid, roof – camping's a great option, too. If you don't mind some bug bites, then pitching a tent is a great, affordable way to enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of our country's great park system. "Pass"-ing the buck My wife and I took a trip to Philly last year and invested in a city pass. A lot of larger cities have them and they're basically an all access ticket to the biggest tourist spots.…
- Over the last several years the fitness industry has exploded., Unique diets, strength training regiments for all ages, you name it. Many people have shown a level of dedication to becoming healthier, both mentally and physically, and are enjoying healthier golden years as a result. I love fitness, so this focus and passion around the industry has been very exciting – fitness goals set and crushed by thousands! But let's pause... When was the last time you…, Close your eyes. What does your ideal retirement look like? , Retiring young and trying "van life"? Retiring to find a part time job that brings you extreme joy? Living comfortably and volunteering? Moving to a nicer climate and kicking your feet back? Whatever it might look like, let's open up about this topic. Have you been told you are too young and have years – or even decades – to worry about retirement? Maybe it's the opposite, and you believe you're…, Break it down into smaller, more manageable actions. , One simple step that I suggest you start with today is, check to see if you have a 401(k) or retirement plan offered through your employer. If so, do they match your contributions up to a certain percentage? If you find out that your employer does offer you a chance to participate in a plan, great! Start small. Two or three percent of your paycheck adds up over time. For an employee making 40,…
- Endicott, NY – Three directors were elected to the board of Visions Federal Credit Union at its 56th Annual Meeting. Officers were elected and appointments were made at a special reorganization meeting held following the Annual Meeting. Kenneth H. Kidder III was elected, and Christopher H. Marion and Kelly A. Roche were reelected to three-year terms on the board which includes George S. Bobinski…
- Endwell, NY – Three Directors were elected to the board of Visions Federal Credit Union at its 57th annual meeting held at its headquarters located in Endwell, NY. Officers were elected and appointments were made at a special reorganization meeting held following the annual meeting. Jill Bennedum was elected and James Lewis and Laurie Schorno were reelected to three-year terms on the board which…
- Endwell, NY – Visions Federal Credit Union announces the retirement of Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer Ed Butler, following 42 years of employment and leadership in the organization. In 1980, Butler began his career with Visions as a teller and worked his way through the ranks, primarily focused on lending, supervision, and operations. During his time as EVP/COO, he has…
