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Vol. 1 · Issue 39·SEPTEMBER 25 2026 EDITION·Source records first·Contact
Contributed · Financial WellnessSeptember 25, 2026 · 2 min read

Prepare for the Unexpected with Members 1st Federal Credit Union

Michelle Mowrer of Members 1st Federal Credit Union writes on financial preparedness and practical ways to build resilience before an emergency.

Emergencies rarely come with a warning, which is why preparation matters. While September’s National Preparedness Month often prompts conversations around emergency kits, evacuation plans and disaster readiness, financial preparedness is just as important.

This year's FEMA theme, "Americans Stand Ready," serves as a reminder that being prepared for the unexpected means having the resources and confidence to navigate life's financial challenges when they arise. Whether it's a sudden job loss, an unexpected medical expense or another major life event, financial resilience can make a meaningful difference in how individuals and families recover and move forward.

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By the numbers

NCUA system data · 2026-Q2
4,214[2026-Q2 final NCUA bulk]
Federally insured credit unions
146.1M[2026-Q2 final NCUA bulk]
Reported credit-union memberships
158[Mergers tracker]
CU mergers approved in 2025