Everything credit unions do serves the needs of members on a local scale. Credit unions impact local communities across the globe by bringing financial empowerment to their community, which inspires other credit unions to enhance their service. International Credit Union Day (ICU Day) is an opportunity to raise worldwide awareness about the movement. 

Past ICU Day festivities include community outreach and volunteering, fundraising for charities and hosting open houses to raise awareness for the credit union movement. These initiatives help credit unions proudly share their lasting impact on their communities. Here's a look at how credit unions made their mark in 2018. Be a part of this year's celebration by using the hashtag #ICUDAY on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram to tell us how your credit union has made a difference.

The 2019 ICU Day Design Bundle features customizable assets and promotional materials that make it easy to include your credit union's logo and spread awareness of your participation in this year's ICU Day. When you purchase the 2019 ICU Day Design Bundle, you'll receive 10% off any purchases of custom items in the Member Celebrations Store! To preview this year's design bundle, click here. 

This year's customizable ICU Day video will feature your credit union's name and is a great way to engage members while promoting what makes the credit union so special. Share across social platforms to spread the word about this exciting celebration! 

Higher-resolution versions will be available through the ICU Day Design Bundle.

1. Sign up for the Member Celebrations eNewsletter. Visit your communications preferences and opt in to receive Youth Month & ICU Day emails. We'll share exclusive deals, celebration tips, stories about what other credit unions are doing and fun contests leading up to our Member Celebrations events.

2. Promote your event. Take advantage of our free promotional materials or purchase the 2019 ICU Day Design Bundle to create customizable materials that match your brand. Send out a press release, contact your members and share across social media platforms using the hashtag #ICUDAY.

3. Give prizes. Create a prize wheel, enter savers into a drawing or simply pick a giveaway for everyone. Visit the Member Celebrations store to shop for themed products and swag. ICU Day materials coming soon!

4. Engage your staff. Enlist your teams to help spread the word on social media, gather their input on giveaways and get them excited about being part of the credit union movement by outfitting them in some new CU apparel!