<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Colorado Credit Union Cares Foundation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colorado Credit Union Cares Foundation]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 03:13:11 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.ccucares.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Junior Financial Counselor Program Builds Money Skills for Girl Scouts ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our Brighton team welcomed 30 Girl Scouts for an interactive financial literacy experience through the Junior Financial Counselor patch program. The Girl Scouts explored budgeting basics, learned the true cost of everyday products, and practiced planning, saving, and making smart spending decisions. They also put their skills to the test during the Bite of Reality simulation, navigating real‑world scenarios and managing monthly expenses. It was inspiring to see their curiosity, teamwork, and...]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/junior-financial-counselor-program-builds-money-skills-for-girl-scouts</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ea7f19ab5395dde609725e</guid><category><![CDATA[In The Community]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/34d938_f7d2318529754c7d98e9cc54f6c28a62~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women Grow Emergency Savings Through EmpowerHER Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[We’re thrilled to celebrate the graduates of our EmpowerHER Program, in partnership with Dress for Success Denver . The four-week program featured in-person workshops led by the credit union’s financial experts covering essential topics in saving, investing, budgeting strategies, responsible credit use, and long-term financial planning. Participants also benefited from guest speakers on homeownership and tax preparation, with many women receiving free tax filing assistance through the credit...]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/women-grow-emergency-savings-through-empowerher-program</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d026d540e74dbec4017ff9</guid><category><![CDATA[In The Community]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e7907_bdcf87f3aec34c78998c6469ff7cbd5d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bringing Budgeting to Life for Local Students]]></title><description><![CDATA[This month, our team brought real-world financial education to life for more than 200 high school students across three local schools through our Bite of Reality budgeting events. This interactive Reality Fair simulation gives students hands-on experience navigating real-life financial decisions, helping them better understand budgeting, expenses, and financial responsibility.  We are incredibly grateful to our dedicated employee volunteers and our valued school partners at Brighton High...]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/bringing-budgeting-to-life-for-local-students</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d024032a4608ae00201155</guid><category><![CDATA[In The Community]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e7907_2f67cc4556a54ade8679efd191ea91d7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coming Together to Provide Food Cost Relief in our Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[In November, our amazing staff came together to assemble Care Kits for our nonprofit and school district partners, supporting individuals and families in need of food cost relief this month. Each Care Kit included helpful food cost relief items along with a handwritten note from our team to offer encouragement and support. The kits were delivered to three incredible partners serving communities where our branches are located: TGTHR to End Youth Homelessness 27J Public School District Food for...]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/coming-together-to-provide-food-cost-relief-in-our-community</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d01ef7f7044e6cf7abdef6</guid><category><![CDATA[In The Community]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e7907_d80abfd8368a4f88af007a81f345044b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_400,h_324,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giving Back to our Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Columbus/Indigenous Peoples’ Day, our amazing staff rolled up their sleeves to volunteer with nonprofit organizations across the Denver metro area. It was a day filled with fun, connection, and teamwork as we came together to support these incredible partners. Together, we truly can make a difference. Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating this meaningful day and fostering community spirit — and a special thank-you to our nonprofit partners: Boys &#38; Girls Clubs of Metro Denver ,...]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/giving-back-to-our-community</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d01beef7044e6cf7abd92e</guid><category><![CDATA[In The Community]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e7907_bf638921dc4745fe8641a6c8bfeaec7b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_750,h_422,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Serving Up Smiles and Learning at Boys &#38; Girls Clubs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our team recently had the joy of volunteering at for Colorado Credit Union Day at the Shopneck Club in Brighton ! We served a hot breakfast and supported Club kids in fun learning spaces including literacy, STEM, gaming, and art.   We’re proud to partner with Boys &#38; Girls Clubs of Metro Denver to help empower and inspire young minds in our community!]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/serving-up-smiles-and-learning-at-boys-girls-clubs</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d019ac535e7bcd269b2ee3</guid><category><![CDATA[In The Community]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e7907_97eeee64da5e4a0783d833b5013c9cb5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_400,h_344,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Girl Scouts Gain Real-World Skills at Colorado Credit Union Workshop]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colorado Credit Union  proudly hosted more than 50 Girl Scouts at their headquarters for the annual Junior Financial Counselor Patch workshop, helping youth in the community build essential financial and leadership skills. "Financial literacy is more than just handling money, it’s about shaping informed citizens who can navigate life's complexities," said Leanna Clark, CEO of  Girl Scouts of Colorado . “By introducing these critical skills early, we’re equipping our girls to be financially...]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/girl-scouts-gain-real-world-skills-at-colorado-credit-union-workshop</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d04f72535e7bcd269b838b</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e7907_c63b6535c13747c7b56c06bbe67f0d40~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_300,h_450,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Investing in Young Leaders with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colorado Credit Union  staff recently hosted our Bite of Reality financial literacy workshop in partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado  at their annual STARS National Conference!   Teens had the opportunity to practice real-world saving and budgeting decisions through Bite of Reality, a fun and interactive budgeting simulation.   Participants were given a fictional job, income, family, and monthly budget, and had to make choices ranging from housing and transportation to...]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/investing-in-young-leaders-with-big-brothers-big-sisters-of-colorado</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d01769462bc80100bf9cb6</guid><category><![CDATA[In The Community]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 13 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e7907_6856c8d82d464e76be1441b3dfe29a23~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_960,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Credit Union Partners with Boys &#38; Girls Clubs to Bring Financial Literacy to Families]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colorado Credit Union  was proud to partner with Boys &#38; Girls Clubs of Metro Denver  to host a free, hands-on Family Financial Education Night at the Shopneck Club in Brighton , offering an evening of interactive learning to more than 30 attendees comprised of Club members and their families. Through Colorado Credit Union’s partnership with Boys &#38; Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, which began in 2023, Colorado Credit Union continues to deliver valuable financial literacy experiences and resources...]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/colorado-credit-union-partners-with-boys-girls-clubs-to-bring-financial-literacy-to-families</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d04d0e535e7bcd269b7f6e</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e7907_6ca3ffc4ae5b4b49ab4b2e88d7092978~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_300,h_300,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Credit Union Brings Real-World Financial Education to Local Students]]></title><description><![CDATA[This spring, Colorado Credit Union  hosted three Bite of Reality events at partner schools, providing nearly 100 students with valuable financial skills that will last a lifetime. Bite of Reality is an engaging, app-based simulation designed for high school students, offering a hands-on experience with real-world financial situations. Led by Colorado Credit Union staff, the events taught students how to navigate budgeting, manage savings, and make informed financial decisions. With the help...]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/colorado-credit-union-brings-real-world-financial-education-to-local-students</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d04aa140e74dbec401b67d</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e7907_580f4335c4974bf49c80fa28ba729c3c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_500,h_281,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Financial Fun for the Whole Family]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colorado Credit Union  was proud to host a free, hands-on Family Financial Education Night at the Boys &#38; Girls Shopneck Club in Brighton ! More than 30 attendees, comprised of Club members and their families, joined us for an evening of interactive learning centered around real-life budgeting, saving, and spending.  Through fun, engaging activities, families worked together to manage everyday spending scenarios, distinguish between needs and wants, and make smart financial decisions as a...]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/financial-fun-for-the-whole-family</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d00f55535e7bcd269b1cd3</guid><category><![CDATA[In The Community]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e7907_834578072a7848628387d390d924f8d8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_300,h_337,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Partnership Spotlight: Dress for Success Denver]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colorado Credit Union Cares Foundation is proud to advance women’s economic empowerment through our partnership with Dress for Success Denver . Together, we offer the EmpowerHER Financial Literacy Program, a signature initiative designed to equip women with the knowledge, confidence, and practical tools needed to take control of their financial futures. Delivered in collaboration with Dress for Success Denver and made possible through a grant from the Centennial Lending a Hand Foundation ,...]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/partnership-dfsd</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69de9324934ce577916c0e51</guid><category><![CDATA[Partnership Spotlight]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 14 Apr 2024 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e7907_9b724cf9078f4df6ba520865a236851b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_747,h_746,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Partnership Spotlight: Youth Organizations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Investing in Youth:  The Colorado Credit Union Cares Foundation is deeply committed to supporting youth‑serving organizations that empower the next generation. Through our partnerships with Boys &#38; Girls Clubs of Metro Denver  and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado , we expand access to meaningful financial education and enrichment opportunities for young people and their families. In partnership with Boys &#38; Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, we host engaging events in Clubs such as our Piggy Bank...]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/partnership-spotlight-youth-organizations</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69de9c5db9feb7db43ba5a69</guid><category><![CDATA[Partnership Spotlight]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 14 Apr 2024 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e7907_42c554f977df4ba685646837ceecc2d7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_475,h_356,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Partnership Spotlight: Local Students]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colorado Credit Union Cares Foundation is deeply committed to supporting our school partners and helping the next generation build a strong financial foundation. We proudly sponsor 17 local schools, providing free digital financial education content and resources to support classroom learning. In addition to digital programming, our team serves hundreds of local students each year through in‑person financial education workshops and Reality Fair events. Our Bite of Reality event brings...]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/partnership-spotlight-local-students</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69dea095b9feb7db43ba669e</guid><category><![CDATA[Partnership Spotlight]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 14 Apr 2024 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e7907_d7b762c9bfe3449f872d78c5aa70ba0c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Partnership Spotlight: TGTHR to End Youth Homelessness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colorado Credit Union  proudly partners with TGTHR to End Youth Homelessness , a local nonprofit dedicated to working alongside courageous communities to end youth homelessness. Together, we deliver Fund Your Future, a signature financial literacy initiative designed to advance economic mobility for young adults with lived experience in the foster care system and those experiencing housing instability as they transition to adulthood. Made possible through a grant from the National Credit...]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/partnership-tgthr</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69de456c698fcbe5d29ebe22</guid><category><![CDATA[Partnership Spotlight]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 14 Apr 2024 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e7907_8793a4b0a09649aaa98233e555106460~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_421,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Partnership Spotlight: Girl Scouts of Colorado]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colorado Credit Union Cares Foundation is proud to partner with Girl Scouts of Colorado  through the Junior Financial Counselor Patch Program, a signature initiative that builds essential financial literacy skills for Girl Scouts across the state. Through this program, participants gain foundational knowledge in budgeting, distinguishing between wants and needs, setting savings goals, and understanding how financial decisions shape their futures. In collaboration with the Girl Scouts of...]]></description><link>https://www.ccucares.org/post/copy-of-partnership-spotlight-girl-scouts-of-colorado</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69de8c5dc87c857db1f7412a</guid><category><![CDATA[Partnership Spotlight]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 14 Apr 2024 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e7907_8e432daff02e45a5a2d225d6a63baf7d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_600,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teagan Werden</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>