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Learn how to directly connect with the World Council as a "WOCCU Supporter" by making a donation or asking your credit union to make a donation.

Effective Giving through WF

WOCCU, Inc. (WF) stewards your donation to make a greater difference alleviating poverty and promoting democracy through credit unions. In 2005, 94 percent of gifts received by WF were put to work in WOCCU programs and projects; only six percent was used for administration.

6 Reasons to be a "WOCCU Supporter"

  1. Human Resources Supporters can network far outside your organization, a valuable professional development opportunity for your staff. Working with international development programs is something few employers offer, helping you attract and retain talent.
  2. Marketing Learning how international people and new immigrants use financial services helps your staff reach out to recruit and better serve new members.
  3. Global Branding If credit unions around the world need strengthening, it reflects poorly on all credit unions; WOCCU has great returns assisting credit unions (i.e. decreasing delinquent loans in Mexico from 20 percent to 5 percent).
  4. Expanding Your Base WOCCU can help you market to a larger audience such as expatriates living abroad and new immigrant communities. Vendors and credit unions interested in building business or service branches out of their country can turn to WOCCU for ideas and international credibility.
  5. Legislative Supporters use WOCCU's story when talking with your legislators to illustrate the credit union difference.
  6. Commitment If you, your board, staff and members have a personal commitment to poverty alleviation, democracy, peace and equality, learn how WOCCU's development work makes a real difference.

WOCCU Supporter Benefits

The World Council of Credit Unions, Inc. (WOCCU) helps people around the world achieve financial stability by developing credit unions Organizations and individuals can directly support this important work of the World Council through its Supporter program. We invite you to become a "WOCCU Supporter" at one of these levels:

  • Diamond ($100,000+) - Diamond Supporters receive appropriate benefits such as delegation co-hosting opportunities, joint publicity programs, plus all benefits below.
  • Platinum ($50,000-$99,999) - Platinum Supporters receive delegation participation opportunities, joint publicity programs, plus all benefits below.
  • Sapphire ($25,000-$49,999) - Sapphire Supporters receive some delegation participation opportunities, joint publicity programs, plus all benefits below.
  • Gold ($10,000-$24,999) - Gold Supporters receive priority notification of all WOCCU events and opportunities to get involved in WOCCU programs, a special WOCCU Supporter Promotion Kit, Supporter reception tickets at a discounted rate, plus all benefits below.
  • Silver ($5,000-$9,999) - Silver Supporters receive links from www.woccu.org to your website and WOCCU Supporter materials to display, plus benefits below.
  • Bronze ($1,000-$4,999) - Bronze Supporters receive "Proud Supporter" website and print graphics and subscription to CU World magazine. Other materials to proudly display as demonstration of your commitment include: recognition certificate, two lapel pins, and annual international art with small metal plate proclaiming your supporter status.

All WOCCU Supporters will be listed by recognition level in WOCCU publications, our website and at our conferences. WOCCU Supporters are also invited to two annual recognition receptions: one at the U.S. CUNA & Affiliate's Governmental Affairs Convention (GAC) and one at the World Credit Union Conference.

In August, all WOCCU Supporters also receive a special supporters report on activities made possible by your support. The report is in CD-ROM PowerPoint format, suitable for use reporting back to your constituency or board.

When you become a WOCCU Supporter, you will join an important, global group of credit unions, leagues, organizations and individuals committed to the vision of quality credit unions for everyone. Please become a supporter now by donating now.


 

Make a phone call, read a magazine, host a tour or give technical advice...how can you volunteer for international credit unions?

Keep Informed

Learn about international development issues.

  1. Read the semi-annual CU World Magazine and check www.woccu.org occasionally for updates on international programs and news.
  2. To receive 4-6 annual e-mail news updates, subscribe to WOCCU updates.
  3. If your country's credit union system offers Development Educator (DE) training, consider enrolling in the life-changing six day experience.

Educate and Promote

Help spread the story of international credit union development.

  1. Suggest a newsletter story to your credit union, state/provincial or national newsletter editor.
  2. Suggest a speaker on an international issue at larger credit union meetings you attend. Occasionally WOCCU can provide a speaker if travel costs are covered, and sometimes local partnership participants are available to share their experiences.
  3. Open your credit union to visitors. Volunteers are needed to host international groups wishing to learn more about their country's credit union system. If you would be willing to provide a tour or share your experience with visitors, please contact us.

Support

Help WOCCU find additional support and resources to expand our work.

  1. Watch for potential venues where international credit unions might be discussed or promoted and suggest to organizers that WOCCU be involved.
  2. WOCCU Supporter donors. WOCCU Supporters are individuals or organizations that provide "over and above" funding, which allows WOCCU to start new programs that wouldn't otherwise happen. This is especially important as government funding dwindles. If you, your organization, or someone you know might be interested in becoming a "WOCCU Supporter" please share their name below and an informational kit will be mailed.

 

U.S. credit unions can support international programs by investing assets in an international fund of the Community Investment Fund, managed by the National CU Foundation for benefit of WOCCU, the national foundation and your state foundation.


 

Individuals are invited to become WOCCU Supporters. Individuals can also support international credit union by:

  • Donating appreciated stocks or property to avoid capital gains tax
  • Designating Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions (WF) as a life insurance beneficiary
  • Including WF in your will, annuity or trust plans

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