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Community Declaration of Racism as a Public Health Emergency

July 16, 2020 by Opportunities Credit Union

Opportunities Credit Union will sign the community declaration of racism as a public health emergency today. Along with more than 30 other Chittenden County organizations we acknowledge the structural racism that is now exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic with, “Black and Latino people in the U.S. have been nearly three times as likely as white […]

Upgrade Your Appliances and Save Money

July 7, 2020 by Opportunities Credit Union

You could save big with energy-efficient appliances every day, and even better, you can now upgrade to new energy-efficient appliances with our new energy-efficient appliance loan program. Read further to see what type of appliances are eligible for as low as 0% interest loans and if you meet the requirements for this program. You can […]

Winooski Small Business Lending

June 23, 2020 by Opportunities Credit Union

OVERVIEW If you are a Winooski based business experienced difficulties during the Covid-19 pandemic, please, keep reading. The city of Winooski is teaming up with Opportunities Credit Union to help local businesses adapt during these difficult times. You can get an emergency business loan up to $10,000 with a term of 5 years. If your […]

Black Lives Matter

June 17, 2020 by Opportunities Credit Union

Opportunities Credit Union stands in solidarity with Black communities. We support ending systemic racism and police violence. We have never questioned that Black Lives Matter. OCU shares the outrage about the systemic racism plaguing our country. We reaffirm our 30-year commitment to racial justice. As a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI,) serving low-income communities is […]

President and CEO Kate Laud

January 2, 2020 by Opportunities Credit Union

On January 2, 2020 Katharine Laud will be the new President and Chief Executive Officer of Opportunities Credit Union. Laud comes to credit union with a background in banking and non-profit finance. Most recently, she was Associate Vice President for Finance and Administration at the UVM Foundation. Kate also serves as Vice-Chair of theboard of the […]

Sit Pretty Pet Grooming Salon

October 8, 2019 by Opportunities Credit Union

For Abigail Terrazzano and Adeline Webb, dogs, and cats are more than just a job. It’s a way of life. They met each other working at a national box store as groomers, and they wished for a more personal experience for the animals and their owners. Just like many entrepreneurs, they had a way to […]

Winooski Small Business Loan Program Now Open

September 11, 2019 by Opportunities Credit Union

The Winooski Small Business Loan Program is currently accepting applications. This program expands the City’s commitment to economic vitality by providing access to financing for new and existing businesses in Winooski.

Birdfolk Collective

April 30, 2018 by Opportunities Credit Union

Nicole Carey, owner of the Birdfolk Collective, recently opened a new storefront in Waterbury with the help of Opportunities Credit Union.

Nest Coffee and Bakery

July 21, 2017 by Opportunities Credit Union

Jake, owner of the Firebird Cafe, opened Nest Coffee and Bakery after realizing that what the community of Essex Junction needed and wanted was a coffee shop. He sought the support of Opportunities Credit Union to help make his dream of a coffee shop a reality.

New Year’s Resolutions

December 19, 2016 by Opportunities Credit Union

As 2016 comes to a close, it’s a great time to reflect on your successes over the past year. Better yet, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about your financial plans for the new year. 2017 is right around the corner, and if you’re looking for a resolution to get you started, look no further!