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West Side credit union likely to be a division of Great Lakes Credit Union

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | October 2, 2022

A memorandum of understanding has been signed that will allow the Leaders Network to open a branch on the West Side. The faith leaders group is still seeking donations.

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West Side credit union one step closer to opening

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | May 16, 2022

Austin residents may soon – possibly within in six months – be able to bank at a new West Side credit union that’s being pushed by the Leaders Network.

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New COPA chief, faith leaders discuss police accountability

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | March 13, 2022

Members of the Leaders Network discussed the challenges and responsibilities of the Civilian Office of Police Accountability with its new chief, Andrea Kersten.

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West Side credit union campaign half way to meeting $300,000 fundraising goal

By Suzanne McBride | January 12, 2022

The Leaders Network reported this week that $155,940 has been raised in less than a year. The group of faith-based leaders is still accepting donations.

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West Side credit union fundraising effort surpasses $100,000

By Jordyn Harrison | December 30, 2021

The Leaders Network is still seeking donation as the group works to reach its fundraising goal of $150,000. The aim is to have a credit union up and running in 2022.

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River Forest church gives $10,000 to credit union effort

By Jordyn Harrison | November 23, 2021

The Leaders Network received its largest donation toward its credit union fundraising campaign. So far, the group has raised $62,000 out of $150,000 that is needed to launch a credit union on the West Side.

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Push for West Side credit union continues

By Jordyn Harrison | October 13, 2021

West Side faith and community leaders have raised $43,850 of $150,000 seed money needed to get a match from philanthropic groups. The Leaders Network is asking others to join the founders circle and commit to making a $5,000 contribution.

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Faith leaders working to open credit union on West Side

By Shelby E. Hawkins | March 24, 2021

The Leaders Network hopes to raise $300,000 to open a credit union on the West Side, with the goal of giving residents more economic stability and opportunity.

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