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5 Common Types of Check Fraud You Should Know

Article shared in partnership with the American Association of Credit Union Leagues, America’s Credit Unions, and TruStage Even in a digital world, checks (paper or electronic) contain valuable information that criminals can use to steal money or commit fraud. At the same time, scammers are increasingly combining traditional check scams with electronic payments, mobile deposits, and peer-to-peer payment apps. Understanding the most common types of check fraud … Continue reading

What is Check Fraud? How It Happens and Why It’s Increasing

Article shared in partnership with the American Association of Credit Union Leagues, America’s Credit Unions, and TruStage. Check fraud may sound like an old problem, but it’s still one of the fastest-growing types of financial fraud, and it can affect anyone. While many payments now happen online, millions of people still use paper checks to pay rent, send gifts, make … Continue reading

Security Update: TruStage Cybersecurity Incident

We have received notice from our partner, TruStage, regarding a potential cyberattack on their systems that occurred on July 11, 2026. TruStage is a consumer financial brand and insurance agency that provides life, auto, and home insurance products specifically for credit union members, as well as various protections for loans. TruStage has taken many of its systems offline while it … Continue reading

MCU staff present a donation to the staff of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Cascade County

Montana Credit Union partners with FHLB Des Moines to award $102,031 to local nonprofits through Member Impact Fund

Montana Credit Union, in partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines), today announced that $102,031 will be donated to local nonprofit organizations, in partnership with the Member Impact Fund. This matching grant program is designed to amplify the community engagement of FHLB Des Moines member institutions that support local housing, business, and economic needs. … Continue reading

Level All: Leveling the Playing Field Through Knowledge

We are excited to announce a new partnership with Level All. Level All’s mission is to provide every family and high school student with the personalized, in-depth support and guidance needed to succeed in high school and beyond. From navigating high school to planning for college and discovering careers and essential life and financial skills, Level All guides students, their … Continue reading

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5 Smart Money Moves to Make Before Summer

Spring is in the air in Montana! As the days get longer and temperatures start to rise, many of us begin planning vacations, outdoor activities, and summer fun. But before you dive into spring, it’s a great time to take a step back and make sure your finances are “summer ready,” too. Here are five smart money moves you can … Continue reading

What Happens if You Total Your Car? How Loan Protection Can Help.

For many people, a vehicle is one of the largest purchases they’ll make. Whether it’s getting to work, taking kids to school, or traveling across Montana, having reliable transportation is essential. But what happens if your vehicle is totaled in an accident shortly after you purchase it? Unfortunately, it happens more often than people think, and when it does, many … Continue reading

National Consumer Protection Week

March 1 – 7, 2026 is National Consumer Protection Week, and our Risk Management team is sharing information this week to educate our staff and members so they can be smarter consumers. Their first topic of the week is Common Communication Scams: robocalls, phishing, smishing, and vishing. Phishing is a cyber attack that uses email or other communications to trick … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday, Montana Credit Union!

🎉Happy Birthday, Montana Credit Union!🎉 On November 18, 1940, twenty local Montanans gathered to hold the first meeting of what was then called Great Falls Cooperators Credit Union. Their goal was to provide low-interest loans and a favorable rate of return for each other. They decided that borrowers were required to deposit savings while repaying their loans. Secured loans were … Continue reading