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LMCU Spring 2024 Newsletter

Posted April 1, 2024  |   Topics: Newsletters

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Thank you for the opportunity to serve you.

"The financial well-being of our members was always at the forefront of Sandy's mind and decisions."

— Gretchen Tellman | Board Chairperson

It was with a sense of gratitude and a touch of sorrow that I announced my retirement back in January of this year. After serving as President and CEO of LMCU for 23 years, I knew that my retirement would come someday. Now that it is here, I feel that mix of emotions even more strongly. 

I want to thank our members for believing in the mission of LMCU and the products and services we offer. The relationships we have built are truly meaningful, and I will cherish them going forward.

Thank you to the incredible team I had the pleasure of working alongside. From the Board of Directors and senior leadership to branch and corporate staff, you all play an important role in LMCU’s success.

As my chapter at LMCU closes, I am confident that Julie Leonard, my successor, will serve the organization in the best way possible and continue to move it in the direction that most benefits our members. Thank you to all who impacted me on my journey, and to the staff and members who have made LMCU the place where you love to bank.

Sandy Jelinski

President / CEO


 

Spring has sprung, and tax season is almost up!

If you haven’t filed your taxes yet, you can get big savings on expert tax help, just for being an LMCU member. Get up to 20% off TurboTax® federal products, or save up to $25 on H&R Block® professional tax prep. Also, you can enter for a chance to win $10,000 in the Love My Credit Union® Rewards Tax Time Sweepstakes!

Visit TaxServices.LoveMyCreditUnion.org to get your savings and enter to win.

 



Save when you switch.

It pays to be an LMCU member. Switch to T-Mobile® and you’ll receive $50 for each new line you activate through Love My Credit Union® Rewards. Visit LMCU.org/MemberPerks to learn more.

 


 

It's that time again: LMCU's $50,000 Home Makeover is back!

The 2024 $50,000 Home Makeover sweepstakes is officially open! What would you do with $50,000? Cook up the picture-perfect kitchen? Invest with a CD? Finally take that dream vacation? The possibilities are endless.

Enter daily April 1 through July 5 for your chance to win $50,000. Visit LMCU.org or stop by your nearest branch to enter.

*Sweepstakes ends July 5, 2024. Entrant must be 18 or older and a Michigan or Florida resident. For official sweepstakes rules, visit LMCU.org.


 

Cheer on the Whitecaps with discounted tickets!

The West Michigan Whitecaps are back on the diamond at LMCU Ballpark with opening night on April 9. LMCU members can get $2 off single game tickets to Whitecaps home games all season long. Simply visit milb.com/west-michigan and use code LMCU24 at checkout.

Keep your mitt ready to catch other LMCU member perks and events at LMCU.org/Events as the season goes on. We’ll see you in the stands!

 


 

Congratulations to this year's recipients!Hutt Scholarship winners will be announced in late April.

After receiving 902 scholarship submissions, the winners of this year’s Hutt Scholarship essay program have been selected. The 20 winners will each receive a $2,000 scholarship to put toward their higher education.

The winners will be announced by the end of April. To see the full list of winners and their essays, visit LMCU.org/Hutt.

Since its inception in 1990, the Lloyd F. Hutt Scholarship has given over $580,000 in scholarships to help further educational excellence. Thank you to all who entered, and congratulations to this year’s winners!

 


 

Celebrate Financial Literacy Month and win $250!

We are giving away $250 gift cards to four lucky winners at the end of April!

Visit LMCU.org/FinancialWellness to enter and for giveaway rules.

 

 


 

Free seminars to construct a plan for your building journey.

Did you know that LMCU is hosting free construction seminars this year? If you’re considering building a home, this is a great opportunity to learn about the process, get your questions answered, and even connect with a lender to get started! Seating is limited, so visit LMCU.org/Events to learn more and sign up.

Kalamazoo: May 1
Holland: May 9
Grand Rapids Area: May 14, June 14

 


 

Find inspiration at a Michigan Parade of Homes event.

If you’re looking to buy, build, or renovate soon, consider checking out a Parade of Homes event. Open the doors to new ideas by touring some of the most beautiful, newly constructed homes across the state. Get inspired and meet some of Michigan’s best home builders!

Grand Rapids Spring Parade of Homes

June 8

Lakeshore Parade of Homes

June 6-8 & 13-15

South Michigan Parade of Homes

June 1-30

Traverse City Parade of Homes

June 13-16

Stop by your local branch to get the member discount code. $15 tickets during the event and at the homes. Children 12 and under are free. Visit ParadeOfHomes.MyGRHome.com for more information. Stop by your local branch to get the member discount code. $15 tickets during the event and at the homes. Children 12 and under are free. Visit LakeshoreParadeOfHomes.com for more information. Free event. Pick up your free HBA of Southeastern Michigan Parade Magazine at any Southeastern Michigan LMCU branch. Visit hbagta.com for more information.

 


 

Shred old documents for free with LMCU Shred Days.

As online fraud becomes more and more of a concern, it’s easy to overlook the piles of physical papers you may have lying around. However, these stacks of sensitive papers are gold mines to identity thieves. The best way to minimize your risk of becoming a victim is to dispose of sensitive documents that you don’t need anymore. Bring your sensitive papers to any of our Shred Day events, and we’ll ensure that they are properly disposed of for free.

We have Shred Day events planned across Michigan and Florida through April and May. To find dates and locations, visit LMCU.org/Events.

 


 

Our annual meeting will be held on May 20.

The annual meeting of Lake Michigan Credit Union will be held at 5540 Glenwood Hills Parkway SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512. Members who wish to attend are required to RSVP by April 14, 2024 to Samantha.Taylor@LMCU.org. Walk-in attendees will not be permitted. In accordance with the credit union’s bylaws, the Secretary hereby submits the following election notice: The four incumbent Directors have been nominated to serve additional terms of three years. They are Juan Olivarez, Brad Mathis, Tim Myers, and Cheryl Parker.

 


Ready to grow your money? We've got you covered!

LMCU offers some of the best savings and deposit products that can help everyone earn more on their money. Check out our range of competitive checking and savings accounts that you have at your disposal as a member.

Certificates of Deposit (CDs). LMCU offers competitive rates on a variety of CD terms, allowing you to earn more. Once you open a CD, your rate is locked in for its term, so you can be confident knowing how much you’ll earn. We are always changing our CD specials, so visit LMCU.org/CD to find the one that’s right for you.

3.00% APY* Max Checking. In October 2023, Money.com named Max Checking the best high-yield checking account in the nation — and for good reason. Max Checking allows you to earn nearly $450 extra a year when you maintain a balance of $15,000. It’s a great account for pretty much everyone, so make sure you’re maximizing your earnings.

Max Money Market. If you’re looking for high returns on your savings without tying up your money, look no further. Our Max Money Market offers the opportunity to earn competitive tiered rates while still having access to your money when you need it. The more you save, the more you earn!

Remember, the value of your cash under the mattress is static, and most investing comes with risk. Earn more for your money by opening one of our competitive interest-bearing accounts. Stop by your local branch or open a new share in LMCU Online Banking.

*Nearly $450 is earned at 3.00% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) on balances of $15,000. 3.00% APY is earned on balances $15,000 and below, some requirements apply. Rate as of 3/13/24 and subject to change after account opening. Interest not paid on balances over $15,000. Fees may reduce earnings. $5 membership required if not a member.

 

 

LMCU Financials

As of February 29, 2024

Assets | $13,513,177,223
Loans | $11,621,333,004
Deposits | $11,399,887,559
Members | 595,476

 

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