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Summit Honored For Young Adult Banking Projects

September 16, 2021 Milwaukee, Wi — Bank On Greater Milwaukee today recognized Summit Credit Union as a CHAMPION for creating safe and affordable credit union accounts for Milwaukee residents and for innovation in financial education.“Summit Credit Union joined the Bank On coalition in early 2021 as part of our ongoing commitment to support people on their road to financial stability and wellbeing with affordable banking options,” said Sarah Campagna, Summit’s managing vice president of financial empowerment. “We are proud to offer these products to our members every day and honored that Bank On gave Summit this recognition.”Bank On awards its CHAMPION designation to individuals and organizations who have made an impact on the coalition’s work in building stronger financial futures for Greater Milwaukee residents.Summit received the Product Development CHAMPION award because it was the first to join the coalition with three key banking products in place: an approved Student Checking plan, a Bank On-approved young adult account, and a credit builder loan.Summit also received the Innovation CHAMPION award, a joint award shared with St. Charles Youth & Family Services, LadLake, Inc., and the Economic Awareness Council.  This 12-month program is designed to help develop crucial skills, including financial capability, for youth about to age out of the foster care system.  , with its 30 partner organizations, presented the awards at a virtual two-year anniversary celebration. You might also be interested in Summit Credit Union shares simple ways to spot imposter scams, recognize warning signs and protect your money and personal information... Summit Credit Union earns a 2026 Woman-Led Top Workplace award for its strong leadership, employee experience and workplace culture... Summit Credit Union invests $1 million in the Live Local Development Fund to expand attainable housing in Jefferson County... Summit Credit Union retains its ranking as Wisconsin's #1 mortgage lender, helping more members achieve homeownership... Summit and TriUnity Foundation offer grants up to $10,000 for members facing terminal or life-threatening illness... Forbes named Summit Credit Union Wisconsin’s #1 credit union and one of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions for 2026... Summit Credit Union named Top Workplace in Madison, Milwaukee, and U.S., recognized for strong culture, engagement, and employee benefits... Summit Credit Union helps Wisconsin families achieve homeownership with up to $10K in down payment assistance... Summit Credit Union’s President and CEO Kim Sponem was recently featured on the Women of Community Banking podcast...