Our Members are the owners of Black Raven Credit Union
We want to take this opportunity to remind you that Black Raven Credit Union is a member owned financial co-operative where every member has an equal say in the running of the credit union.
Black Raven Credit Union is proud to be affiliated to the Irish League of Credit Unions and we are also Members of the Dublin Meitheal Group of 23 Credit Unions where we share and collaborate, we all agree that Together we are Better.
AGM financial Year 2020
We held our first virtual AGM on 31/03/2021. The AGM was a huge success and saw the highest number of attendees to date. The meeting was professionally and ably chaired by Gerry Berrigan, Director at Black Raven, Gerry had the daunting task of chairing one of the first ever virtual AGM's and the first for Black Raven. The AGM was overseen by our Auditors, PKF O'Connor Leddy Holmes. Jason O Sullivan, Director did a fantastic job coordinating us and ensuring that everything ran smoothly. A soft copy of the Annual Report for 2020 and previous years can be found at www.blackravencu.ie. Hard copies are available on request.
Prizes
As usual there were 5 One For All vouchers of €100 (€500 in total) raffled on the night. It was great to see so many Members and founding directors of Black Raven Credit Union attending the AGM and after we had concluded the AGM we managed to have a virtual catch up with lots of banter and a few laughs.
New CuMobile App
We are delighted to formally launch our new CuMobile App. This is a great new service for our members, with easy fingerprint login. This ensures that the problem of remembering passwords has diminished. Read below for how to download the App and the key benefits of CuMobile. We would ask that all Members try out the App and see for yourselves the huge improvements which have been made. It really is comparable to any other App in the banking sector.
Loan Processing Waiting Time
We have improved our waiting time for loan processing and decisions and most loans are approved within 24 hours. Loans can also be processed online with funds transferred directly to your bank account. Lorraine Lacey and Brian Kennelly are here to patiently help you through the process. Our Members who have used this service are very happy with it and love how helpful both Lorraine and Brian are, they make the process very user friendly.
Here for all your lending needs
We wish to remind you that we are here for all of your lending needs, this is your credit union and its success depends on the support of its members. Now is the perfect time to carry out home improvements, whether your home improvement projects are big or small we are here to discuss your borrowing requirements. We are financing big home improvements by redeeming mortgages and extending loans for large retrofitting projects. We have joined with other credit unions in the CU Greener Homes Scheme which has been designed and developed by the Irish League of Credit Unions and we have variable rates depending on the size of the loan required. At Black Raven we have loans for all purposes our Car Loans are very competitive and can be designed to suit your needs. The Anniversary Loan continues to be available at rate of 4.99% APR, its never been a better time to treat yourself or your loved ones.
We are happy to discuss your options anytime and are happy to compare quotations you may already have received.
Contact us today on 01-4610682 or email loans@blackravencu.ie.
National Volunteer Week
The 17th - 23rd of May was National Volunteer week. We celebrated all who Volunteer but especially the Volunteer team at Black Raven Credit Union who give their time and experience so generously to promote inclusive financial services for all. Thank you to all those volunteers who make a difference, our movement wouldn't be here without your trojan work! An analysis done by the Irish League of Credit Unions found that of the 190 Credit Unions in the Republic there are over 1,350 volunteers offering their services to their local communities and workplaces. Our Volunteer Team at Black Raven have gone above and beyond what is normally required by adapting to new work practices and embracing new technology in order to ensure that the Members of Black Raven Credit Union have a fantastic service at their finger tips. While these Volunteers were working away supporting citizens in their day jobs they were also going above and beyond by ensuring their co-workers continued to have access to financial services during the pandemic.
Celebrating Cultural Diversity and Community
Black Raven Credit Union celebrated the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development on May 21st. Credit Unions are founded on 10 Operating Principles which are founded in the philosophy of co-operation. Principle 8 is centered on Non-discrimination in race, religion and politics. Principle 10 is focused on Social Responsibility. We also supported Pride month in June, where this years theme was "Community" we developed and launched a new Pride logo which you may have seen on our social media channels.
New Members
We have waived our waiting times for loans, once a member you are eligible to borrow. New Members will be considered for a loan on joining. With high cost credit providers leaving the market and banks also exiting, credit unions remain strong and committed to their Members. Credit Unions are Local, Loyal and Lending and here for you.
Susan Lynch
CEO
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