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IL credit unions part of effort to expand “Invest in America” exclusive CU GM/Chrysler auto loan partnership to all 50 states (Jan. 8, 2009)

Chrysler LLC Joins Expanded “Invest in America” Partnership (Dec. 16, 2008)

Illinois/midwest credit unions create “Invest in America” by pledging $10 billion for low-cost auto loans, give credit union members a GM discount (Dec. 10, 2008)

Chapter and Credit Union Awards and Executive Appointments

Illinois League announces statewide award winners (November 23, 2009)

ICUL Chairman appointed to CUNA Governmental Affairs Committee (May 6, 2009)

Joliet CU executive named Employee of the Year (Apr. 24, 2009)

New Lenox CU executive receives Volunteer of the Year (Apr. 27, 2009)

Illinois League announces statewide award winners, including a national finisher (Dec. 9, 2008)

Centralia CU exec named ICU Foundation Chapter Representative of the Year (Sept. 18, 2008)

Danville CU exec named Youth Council Representative of the Year (Sept. 18, 2008)

Rockford CU exec named iBelong Campaign Representative of the Year (Sept. 18, 2008)

Northwestern IL credit union chapter receives award for best special event (Sept. 18, 2008)

Peoria-area credit union chapter receives award for best special event (Sept. 18, 2008)

South Suburban Chicagoland credit union chapter receives award for best community involvement (Sept. 18, 2008)

Carbondale-area credit union chapter receives award for best community involvement (Sept. 18, 2008)

Illinois League highlights PR, honors many at annual Chapter Leaders Conference (Aug. 28, 2008)

League’s 78th Annual Convention celebrates the Wild West, honors numerous individuals/CUs with awards (April 22, 2008)

Credit Union Activities

'Bank On' program kicks off in second Illinois city (February 10, 2010)

Unique BarCampBank “unconference” hosted at ICUL (December 29, 2009)

Illinois political action continues during summer Congressional, state recesses (September 23, 2009)

Illinois CU execs "Hike the Hill" (October 5, 2009)

Rockford CUs part of new “Bank on” program with Illinois State Treasurer (October 6, 2009)

Fryzel visits CDCU On Chicago’s near south side (Jan. 9, 2009)

IL Lt. Gov. salutes Pembroke Township CU on ICU Day (Oct. 17, 2008)

CU leadership crosses many generations (July 5, 2008)

Ottawa-area CU raises nearly $35K in ‘Big Give’ fundraising effort (July 21, 2008)

North Shore credit union poised to celebrate 50 years of service (Mar. 18, 2008)

Financial Literacy
ICUL hosts NEFE ‘Train the Trainer’ session (Jan. 7, 2009)

Two new Joliet student-run CU branches aim to increase saving by teens (Sept. 12, 2008)

BizKid$ star Wright interviewed on major Chicago radio station (July 16, 2008)

BizKid$ scores major radio interview (June 20, 2008)

Grants and Scholarships

ICU Foundation provides first round of grants for 2009 (May 28, 2009)

Illinois Credit Union Foundation awards $178,253 in 2008 scholarships, grants (Dec. 12, 2008)

IL CDCU receives $232K CDFI Fund grant (Nov. 19, 2008)

ICU Foundation grants more than $218K in 2007 (Jan. 2, 2008)

iBelong Campaign

Illinois credit unions to celebrate ICU Day, Week, month of October with many opportunities for free document shredding (Sept. 24, 2008)

Illinois credit unions offer second opportunity for free document shredding (July 24, 2008)

Credit Unions offering free document shredding during June (June 2, 2008)

Illinois partners with Pennsylvania for "iBelong" Campaign (Jan. 23, 2008)

ICUL Conferences and Events

Illinois credit unions show support for Living Lands & Waters, environment (September 16, 2009)

ICUL chapter officials get "green" at annual conference (September 15, 2009)

Illinois conference for small CUs sees record participation (August 5, 2009)

League’s Annual Legislative Day Event to kick off tomorrow (Apr. 28, 2009)

League’s 79th Annual Convention celebrates Rock ‘n Roll, honors numerous individuals/CUs with awards (Apr. 17, 2009)

Illinois League kicks off 79th Annual Convention (Apr. 14, 2009)

Illinois CUs to "Shake, Rattle & Roll" at 2009 Annual Convention (Jan. 21, 2009)

Illinois CU execs "Hike the Hill" (Sept. 30, 2008)

Annual small CU conference a continued success (Aug. 14, 2008)

NCUA’s Hood to keynote ICUL Small CU Conference (June 3, 2008)

Illinois Legislative Day sees record attendees, legislators (May, 19, 2008)

Illinois League kicks off 78th Annual Convention (April 16, 2008)

ICUL Governance

Illinois League re-elects new chairman, table officers; Service Corp. new director; others elected to Foundation, PAC, Youth Council boards (Apr. 24, 2009)

Illinois League welcomes two new directors (Apr. 16, 2009)

Illinois League elects new chairman, table officers; others elected to Foundation, PAC boards (April 21, 2008)

ICUL Initiatives and Activities

Illinois credit unions have support in their Hispanic growth efforts (March 9, 2010)

League hosts free Project Zip Code Webinar (February 12, 2010)

League wraps up holiday season with toy drive (December 23, 2009)

League staff help to feed their hungry neighbors (September 1, 2009)

Unprecedented suit garners $6.2 million for Illinois credit unions
Regulatory fee settlement checks received at long last! (May 28, 2009)

Illinois credit unions celebrate governor's approval of regulatory fee case settlement! (Apr. 9, 2009)

Activities highlight Illinois League's attention to promoting healthier lifestyles for staff (Jan. 27, 2009)

Illinois League execs meet with NCUA’s Vega (Dec. 24, 2008)

Hosting of “Biggest Loser” contest, other activities highlight Illinois League’s attention to healthier lifestyles (Aug. 11, 2008)

Illinois League donates $6K to “Homes For Our Troops” (June 6, 2008)

Illinois League Launches CEO Blog (Mar. 26, 2008)

Illinois League meets with New State Regulator Head (Mar. 3, 2008)

ICUL Service Corp Initiatives

Illinois credit unions have new solutions to reach small businesses (March 10, 2010)

CUNA to support Illinois League Service Corp on pre-paid debit products (December 10, 2009)

More than 520 sign up for free Illinois League, Service Corp Credit Card Act webinars (August 19, 2009)

ICUL Service Corporation enters into a credit and debit agreement with Discover Financial Services (Mar. 12, 2009)

TravelMoney webinars to discuss fastest growing prepaid sector (Mar. 5, 2009)

LSC helps collectors connect, compete (Nov. 18, 2008)

Illinois Service Corp holds forum to help CUs compete in the card business (Aug. 8, 2008)

Illinois Credit Union Hall of Fame

Kankakee Area CEO elected into Credit Union Hall of Fame (May 5, 2009)

President Emeritus inducted into Hall of Fame (May 5, 2009)

Illinois State Political and Regulatory News

Illinois DFI Director Meza makes first visit to ICUL headquarters (December 18, 2009)

Illinois lawmakers show support of International Credit Union Day
on House, Senate floors (October 16, 2009)

Governor signs Illinois Credit Union Act Amendment (August 14, 2009)

Illinois Senator receives Desjardins Lawmaker Award (May 27, 2009)

Income Tax/Tax Credit Assistance

Rockford area credit union helps to open VITA site (Feb. 16. 2010)

IL League kicks off new year with consumer tax initiative (Jan. 12, 2009)

IL CUs take first steps toward offering VITA (Oct. 30, 2008)

REAL Solutions

Illinois REAL Solutions Partner CUs discuss innovations (October 9, 2009)

Illinois REAL Solutions CUs discuss VITA, foreclosure (July 10, 2009)

IL REAL Solutions Partners explore growth opportunities (Sept. 15, 2008)

Illinois CUs take next steps with REAL Solutions (June 9, 2008)

Illinois League kicks off REAL Solutions (Mar. 27, 2008)

Safety and Soundness

Credit unions a safe harbor for 2.7 million Illinois consumers (July 24, 2008)

Student Loans

ISAC to Illinois students: We're here for you! (November 10, 2009)

14 IL credit unions make college dreams possible
$105 million made available for student loans (July 16, 2009)

IL Student Assistance Commission-Credit Union Pact: Approximately $100 Million in Loans Available to Illinois Students (April 2, 2009)

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Low-interest loans still available for IL college students (Dec. 18, 2008)

Illinois credit unions fill gap of $100M in student loans (Sept. 8, 2008)