Manchester Credit Union

Our recent Busy Bee Lottery recipient Volition Community are helping the Manchester environment with the Bee Project. One location for this project is the Manchester Cathedral roof, now home to hundreds of thousands of bees. Our CFO Ryan, headed up to the Cathedral roof to see the project first hand. It just had to bee done! 🐝 You can find out more about this great project here: https://lnkd.in/eG_zGpTx #Manchester #Manchester #Bees #CreditUnion #CommunityProject

Financial worries are one of the biggest causes of stress in the workplace today. Payday loans and mounting credit card debts are all-too common, particularly for young people, while many are not saving for the future. BEESMART payroll services is a free, safe and simple way of building financial resilience in the workplace. Backed by Manchester Credit Union, the scheme offers your employees affordable savings and loans directly from their salary at no risk to your company. Find out more about BEESMART  https://lnkd.in/eQGWwSEQ #CreditUnion #EmployeeBenefits #Manchester

We were delighted to award Volition Community £1,520.50 with proceeds from our Busy Bee Lottery. Anthony O’Connor of Volition Community said “I would like to express my thanks to the Manchester Credit Union for your support for Volition Community and our work with the long-term unemployed by your gift of £1,520.50 towards our work. The support of the Manchester Credit Union and the wider community is vital if we are to realise the aim of funding this exciting work for the future. I am so glad that the Manchester Credit Union has decided to share in this task by contributing towards our charitable work in the community.” The Busy Bee Lottery in association with Manchester Credit Union is thrilled to support local charities and community Groups. Half of all ticket sales are donated to good causes in the Greater Manchester and High Peak Area. #GoodCauses #Manchester #Charity

For over 30 years, Manchester Credit Union has supported the Greater Manchester region as a financial cooperative that our members own and control. Credit unions like MCU put themselves at the heart of the communities they serve, choosing to prioritise people over making a profit. Quite simply, we exist to help our members. At Manchester Credit Union, we’re on a mission to take that even further, actively promoting financial inclusion, improving financial literacy, and giving people access to financial services that can help. To join Manchester Credit Union and take advantage of our services, visit our website or our branches in Manchester, Wythenshawe, or Rochdale. So, why join a Credit Union? 🐝 You can access a variety of personalised services, from a range of savings accounts, including one dedicated to Christmas, to fair and affordable personal loans. 🐝 You can access loans, helping to free you from a cycle of costly and often stress inducing debt. 🐝 Your money stays in the community as any surprlus generated is paid back to members as interest or dividends. Find out more about International Credit Union Day 2024 via our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/e7nq3tfR #ICUDay2024 #CreditUnion #Manchester

I was privileged to attend Bury Care Leavers event today and have to say I was blown away by the young people who spoke, you showed true grit, determination, bravery and strength, you were amazing.

#UKSavingsWeek is back! We are here to help you build healthy savings habits because did you know 14% of UK adults have less than £100 in savings. This week we are highlighting the importance of reviewing your finances every so often, what you earn and what you spend, and if you can, save a little. Even a small amount of savings can have a positive impact on people’s lives. Whether you’re at the beginning of your savings journey or want to make your money work harder for you, grow your savings with Manchester Credit Union. Find out more at www.uksavingsweek.co.uk

🐝 Busy Bee Lottery 🐝 The Busy Bee Lottery in association with Manchester Credit Union is thrilled to support local Charites and Community Groups. Half of all ticket sales are donated to good causes in the Greater Manchester and High Peak Area. This months beneficiary is City of Trees who have received a donation of £1,491.50. City of Trees are the community forest charity for the Greater Manchester area. They plant trees for people; trees to create better, greener places; to boost health and wellbeing; to enhance green skills; and to tackle the climate and biodiversity emergency. They are rooted here in Greater Manchester. They are proud to call Greater Manchester home and are passionate about making our region even better, one tree at a time as they grow our urban forest.

We're proud to be a Principal Partner of Resolve Poverty supporting their work in Greater Manchester. It's exciting to see them begin to work with localities across the country to resolve poverty nationally. Learn more at: resolvepoverty.org

Follow the link below to read our blog this Stop Loan Sharks Week. https://lnkd.in/eBWh2WUw @stoploansharksengland #StopLoanSharksEngland #NoBlameNoShame #SLSWeek24

There are some keys signs someone might be involved with a loan shark. There is often no paperwork provided for a loan. Someone may be scared of the person they owe money too, and they have been threatened if they can’t pay on time. Knowing these signs might help you, a friend, a colleague or a family member get the help they need. If you or someone you know might be involved with a loan shark contact @stoploansharksengland today - www.stoploansharks.co.uk #NoBlameNoShame #SLSWeek24