Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC)

DCUC is standing up for military families as credit unions voice concerns over the Executive Order limiting the CDFI Fund. Cutting funding threatens financial access for underserved communities, including those who serve our nation. Read more in Credit Union Times: https://buff.ly/PPhNHhp #CreditUnions #Servicemembers #Veterans

The latest executive order on the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) raises more questions than answers. DCUC CEO Anthony R. Hernandez is calling for clarity to protect military & govt workers seeking affordable housing & small biz loans. Read more in Washington Business Journal: https://buff.ly/hA1tG7v #CreditUnions #MilitaryFinance

#ICYMI: Treasury Sec. Scott Bessent responded to DCUC’s letter on the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund)’s future. CEO Anthony R. Hernandez stressed the fund’s vital role for defense CUs & military families. DCUC remains committed to working with Treasury to protect financial access. https://buff.ly/wHTKi8B #CreditUnions

#ICYMI Treasury acknowledges the vital role of the CDFI Fund in response to DCUC’s letter on the recent executive order. DCUC remains committed to ensuring financial access for military families & low-income communities. Read more in CUToday: https://buff.ly/vVbWdn7 #CreditUnions #CDFIFund

The Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) is vital for military communities, providing financial access where it's needed most. DCUC stands against cuts that harm service members & veterans. Read more on why this matters in POLITICO: https://buff.ly/feQBABm #CDFIFund #MilitaryFinance #CreditUnions #Veterans #ServiceMembers

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??? Don’t miss Jason Stverak’s interview with CU Broadcast’s Mike Lawson! Hear how CDFIs empower #military communities, bridge financial gaps, and how DCUC leads the charge in advocacy. Watch now! ?? #FinancialInclusion #CDFI #DCUC #EconomicOpportunity #CommunityImpact Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund)

#ICYMI: DCUC is urging the Senate to take action on the affordable housing crisis, highlighting its impact on #militaryfamilies. Defense CUs play a key role in financing homeownership & solutions for service members. Read more in CUToday: https://buff.ly/DGQ8kBe #CreditUnions #HousingCrisis

?? UPDATE: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent responds to DCUC’s letter on the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund). “This Admin recognizes the vital role of CDFIs in expanding access to capital.” DCUC remains engaged to ensure financial access for military families & communities. https://buff.ly/V0ttc8b #CreditUnions

Hard work over the weekend pays off! Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) was on the case. We are grateful for Secretary Bessent in hearing our concerns and issuing a strong statement in support of CDFIs. Kudos to Jason Stverak, Haleigh Laverty, Christa Dittus, and John McKechnie for their efforts in getting us to this point.