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A decade ago, St. Cloud Financial Credit Union saw an opportunity to celebrate what often goes unnoticed: the people quietly making Central Minnesota a better place. They aren't looking for recognition or expecting an award. They simply see a need, step in, and make a difference — whether that's supporting families through grief, mentoring students, building stronger workplaces, giving back with their time or treasure, or creating spaces where others feel like they belong. They are ordinary, everyday people who are making an extraordinary impact — and they deserve to be celebrated. That's why SCFCU created the Changemakers Award.
Read MoreSt. Cloud Financial Credit Union continues to deepen its involvement throughout Central Minnesota and beyond, with its leaders and employees serving organizations that make a meaningful difference in the communities we call home. The latest example of that commitment comes from SCFCU Executive Vice President and Chief Lending Officer Chase Larson, who has joined the Central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity (CMHFH) Board of Directors. As part of the Board of Directors, Larson will help provide strategic leadership and governance to ensure CMHFH remains focused on its mission and is positioned for long-term success.
Read MoreSt. Cloud Financial Credit Union is once again teaming up with the St. Cloud Rox and Advantage 1 Insurance to raise money and awareness for our local veterans. SCFCU and Advantage 1 Insurance are proudly sponsoring Rox Military Appreciation Night on Aug. 1 at Joe Faber Field in St. Cloud, an annual night that raises funds through a jersey auction in support of veterans and their families.
Read MoreSt. Cloud Financial Credit Union is proud to announce it has been named one of the 2026 Top Workplaces by the Minnesota Star Tribune, also earning nine Culture Excellence & Industry Awards.
Read MoreSt. Cloud Financial Credit Union is proud to announce that it has been recognized by The Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts (AIVA) during the 32nd Annual Communicator Awards. SCFCU received an Award of Distinction under the “Advertising Campaigns – Public Service & Activism” category for its Changemakers Awards, which annually recognizes, spotlights and celebrates people who are making a meaningful difference in the St. Cloud and surrounding areas.
Read MoreSt. Cloud Financial Credit Union and St. Cloud Live, along with community partners FaceTime Business Resources and Advantage1 Insurance, invite people to nominate someone who is making positive change and doing great things within the community as part of the 2026 Changemakers Awards. Since its inception, Changemakers has recognized hundreds of people who have made a meaningful difference in St. Cloud and the surrounding area.
Read MoreSt. Cloud Financial Credit Union once again partnered with Catholic Charities and others throughout the community by hosting a Pack the Porches food and fund drive on March 27, benefiting Catholic Charities and the Catholic Charities Emergency Services Food Shelf. Food and funds were collected at our SCFCU Sartell branch, one of the designated drop-off locations.
Read MoreDuring the 2025-26 school year, St. Cloud Financial Credit Union teamed up with St. Cloud Subaru and Sartell Athletics in the fight against cancer, coming together to raise over $10,000 in donations for a third year in a row. Thanks to the donations from the surrounding community and money raised throughout each game, $10,117 was raised in support of the Randy Shaver Cancer Research & Community Fund and our TriUnity Foundation.
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