Press Releases

Peoria, IL – CEFCU is pleased to announce the Credit Union reported a record volume of consumer loan closings for the month of June. Throughout the month, over $194 million was loaned to members for their consumer, mortgage, and business loan needs. CEFCU is proud to be able to serve members, especially during times of difficulty and uncertainty.

Peoria, IL – CEFCU Illinois Member Centers will reopen on Friday, June 5 during normal business hours with social distancing guidelines and safety measures in place.  Employees, members, and guests will be required to wear masks inside the Member Centers.

Peoria, IL – CEFCU announces the retirements of Chuck Walker and Giann Walker, and the management moves of Wyatt Wolven, Ken Anderson, and Diane Roe.

Peoria, IL – For the second consecutive year, a $50 million Extraordinary Dividend was approved by CEFCU’s Board of Directors and distributed to the Credit Union’s member/owners. The amount each member received was determined by dividends earned and interest paid during the first 11 months of the year. On December 2, funds were deposited to members’ Savings accounts.

CEFCU will host a free seminar for the public at CEFCU’s Corporate Headquarters, 5401 W. Dirksen Parkway in Peoria, on Tuesday, July 30, at 11:00 a.m. (CST) to help provide resources, raise awareness, and prevent elder financial abuse.

Peoria, IL – CEFCU donated $2,500 to Peoria County Sheriff’s Office (FOP #157) to help purchase new officer rifle-rated ballistic vests. The County Sheriff-approved vests help ensure officer safety, and will allow officers to carry medical kits and supplies to help aid in citizen emergencies.

Peoria, IL – At CEFCU’s recent Annual Meeting, the Credit Union reported outstanding achievements for 2018.  At the end of the year, assets were over $5.9 billion, which is an increase of over 2.4% compared to 2017.  And, total membership for 2018 grew by nearly 9,000 members.

Peoria, IL –  At CEFCU’s recent Annual Meeting, the Credit Union reported outstanding achievements for 2017.  At the end of the year, assets were over $5.8 billion, which is an increase of over 3.5% compared to 2016.  And, total membership for 2017 grew by over 8,000 members.   

Peoria, IL – Joni Hootman, a Financial Advisor located at CEFCU Investment Services, registered through CUNA Brokerage Services, Inc. has received the 2018 Women of Distinction award in recognition of her performance, value, and overall contribution to the financial services industry.

Peoria, IL – CEFCU is pleased to announce that members now have the ability to access Masterpass™ by Mastercard®, a digital wallet that can be accepted at millions of locations – online, in-store, and in-app. Any CEFCU Debit Mastercard or Credit Mastercard may be used with Masterpass.