Community Giveback
Building Communities Together: Banking for a Greater Good
At Great Lakes Credit Union, we carry the credit union philosophy of people helping people at the heart of our mission. See how we’re working to enhance financial empowerment in your community.
Community Volunteering
Since 1938, volunteering has been at the heart of our mission. Each year we set a goal to help more communities and organizations be the change they want to see.
3,100
Community outreach hours
Our employees gladly give time to our “Great Wave” volunteer program.
$100,000
Donated to organizations
We proudly raise funds to support dozens of nonprofits each year.
200+
Events supported this year
We believe in the power of supporting local organizations to help build stronger communities.
Driving Force for Financial Education
As a mission-driven financial institution, we aim to empower our youth with financial education. It’s a goal with lasting impact: Investment in a brighter future for our members and communities.
This comprehensive financial literacy initiative for kindergarten to 3rd graders uses games, songs, and videos to teach the basics of money management.
Aimed at kids in 4th to 8th grade, this savings account gives teens an easy way to save, plus educational materials designed to promote a positive financial future.
Hands-on financial literacy simulation prepares young people for the realities of budgeting and navigating financial challenges in the adult world.
Each year, the GLCU Foundation for Financial Empowerment awards scholarships to college-bound students to help cover tuition costs and defray loan debt.
GLCU Foundation for Financial Empowerment
Our charitable and volunteer arm is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to building financial well-being for our members, employees, and communities.
Financial and Housing Counseling
This HUD-approved program, one of the largest of its kind in the state of Illinois, helps families gain control over their finances and maintain homeownership.
Let’s work together!
We believe in the power of collaboration. Interested in partnering with us for a community initiative?
Sponsor and Donation Request
Looking to request a sponsorship or donation from Great Lakes Credit Union? Review our guidelines.
Do more than bank. Bank for a greater good.
Join Great Lakes Credit Union and become part of a growing community that believes their financial institution should be more than a place to store money.