LOUISVILLE, Ky.–Commonwealth Credit Union said it is partnering with the Norton Healthcare Sports and Learning Complex in conjunction with the Louisville Urban League as part of its commitment to financial empowerment.
CCU will serve as the exclusive credit union for the facility.
“This new partnership not only affords Commonwealth Credit Union the chance to offer financial literacy classes, but also the opportunity to step up, come together, and take action to better the lives of a community in need of healing,” Commonwealth CU said.
Participants of the Norton Healthcare Sports and Learning Complex will have access to a customized online and in-person financial curriculum. Participants will also receive access to specific products and individual accounts geared to lay a solid foundation for a lifetime of financial success, the credit union stated.
A ‘Step Toward Healing’
“We strive to remove economic inequalities in our communities through our partnerships and products. Every day at Commonwealth Credit Union, we work to better the lives of those we serve,” said Karen Harbin, president/CEO of Commonwealth Credit Union. “We see this partnership as a step towards healing. Working together, we can not only build back - but also build up.”
Commonwealth CU said its culture is built on care for others, and it believes that everyone has a voice and that financial success is not destined for only a few.
“They have heard the cries for change, and they strive to remove inequalities so that everyone can be empowered to achieve the financial future they deserve,” the credit union said, noting it is dedicated to giving back to Louisville’s West End community both economically and educationally.
The Commitment
To help close the divide, Commonwealth Credit Union said it is committed to:
- Building a customized, co-branded portal for financial education curriculum for Norton Healthcare Sports and Learning Complex staff and participants
- Providing regular financial success classes at the Norton Healthcare Sports and Learning Complex
- Creating and providing a broad range of Financial Empowerment class topics geared towards all levels of financial education
‘Far-Reaching’ Impact
Commonwealth CU added the partnership comes with a large investment to the Norton Healthcare Sports and Learning Complex.
“The impact of the investment will be far-reaching and help to carry the next generation forward and making strides to close the gaps of social and economic inequality,” the credit union said.
Other community supporters include Norton Healthcare, Humana and Kindred.