Connex Credit Union

Connex was honored to once again sponsor the Hispanic Heritage Month event organized by the Midstate Chamber of Commerce's HOLA Committee! 🎉 This annual celebration highlights the achievements and contributions of the Meriden/Wallingford Hispanic community. We're proud to support an event that uplifts and honors the diversity that strengthens our community. 💙

We are proud to announce that Connex has been awarded the Marketing Excellence Award in the Public Relations category for our 2024 ConnexCares Scholarship program by the Credit Union League of Connecticut. This achievement underscores our dedication to empowering the next generation through education and making a meaningful impact in our communities. A heartfelt thank you to all our team members who made this possible.

ConnexCares, the philanthropic arm of Connex, proudly distributed $77,500 in grant funds to support the impactful work of twelve local nonprofit organizations. Among these recipients is Ready Inc. which provides mentorship programs to highly at-risk students ages 12-16 to provide support as students transition from middle school to high school. This grant initiative highlights ConnexCares' commitment to fostering community growth and enhancing the quality of life for residents in the region.

Connex had an amazing time this past Saturday at the Midstate Chamber’s Fall Business Showcase held at the Meriden Farmer’s Market! We enjoyed connecting with local businesses and sharing what we’re all about with the community.

A big thank you to our amazing Connex volunteers for their unwavering dedication to improving our community! Year after year, our team rolls up their sleeves and pours their hearts into building homes with Habitat for Humanity. We’re honored to continue this tradition and make a lasting impact. Together, let’s keep driving positive change! #HabitatForHumanity

ConnexCares, the philanthropic arm of Connex, is proud to distribute $77,500 in grant funds to support the impactful work of twelve local nonprofit organizations. Among these recipients is Community Resources for Justice provides crisis intervention, domestic violence intervention, and mentoring programs. This grant initiative highlights ConnexCares' commitment to fostering community growth and enhancing the quality of life for residents in the region.

ConnexCares, the philanthropic arm of Connex, is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 Scholarship Program, awarding a total of $30,000 to fifteen outstanding students who have demonstrated academic excellence, dedication to their communities, and a commitment to their future educational goals. ConnexCares awards scholarships on an annual basis and will begin accepting applications again in January 2025 for the 2025-2026 school year. To learn more about the scholarship program, please visit connexcu.org or call 1-800-CR-UNION.

A Connex member recently stopped by our Guilford Branch looking to explore buying out their current auto lease. They were greeted by our Branch Manager, Gezim Stroka, who provided our competitive auto loan rates. During the interaction, Gezim discovered that the member had an existing high-interest HELOC with another institution, which sparked a conversation about refinancing their existing loan with Connex at a more favorable rate. Gezim facilitated the process by meticulously evaluating payment options and terms for a fixed loan which would improve the member' financial situation. The member expressed satisfaction with the personalized service and the comprehensive financial solutions offered by Connex, which not only saves him money but also streamlines his financial affairs under one institution. This exceptional support is why Gezim is our Most Valuable Advocate for the month.

ConnexCares, the philanthropic arm of Connex, is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 Scholarship Program, awarding a total of $30,000 to fifteen outstanding students who have demonstrated academic excellence, dedication to their communities, and a commitment to their future educational goals. ConnexCares awards scholarships on an annual basis and will begin accepting applications again in January 2025 for the 2025-2026 school year. To learn more about the scholarship program, please visit connexcu.org or call 1-800-CR-UNION.

When a member walked in to conduct their routine transactions, Taimur greeted them with warmth and efficiency. While assisting with their banking needs, he asked if there was anything else he could help with. The member jokingly said, "Yeah, if you can give me $100,000 to clear my debts.", which sparked a conversation that would significantly impact their financial journey. Taimur discovered the member had applied for a home equity loan two years ago but was turned down at the time. After reassessing the member's situation, Taimur was able to make some suggestions for loan consolidation and the member agreed to submit the application, this time around he was accepted. That ended up saving the member almost $300 a month in loan payments and brought a feeling of relief about their financial situation thanks to Taimur's expert advice and friendly demeanor. That's why Taimur is this month's Most Valuable Advocate!