tnConnect Credit Union Newsletter

October 2024


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tnConnect Credit Union’s Newsletter


Fall Improvement Loans

As the leaves are starting to turn, are you seeing projects around your home which just can’t wait another season to be completed? We can help with our Fall Improvement Loans!

With loan amounts of up to $5,000 and rates as low as 5.9% APR, these loans offer the perfect solution for funding your home’s to-do list before winter or the holidays arrive! Whether you are repairing the guttering or finally installing that stone walkway in the backyard, we’ve got you covered. Apply online today, or speak to one of our Loan Officers at (865) 688-2424.


Shred Week 2024

 
 

Dispose of the sensitive documents lying around your home or office at our annual Shred Week! Drop off your materials at either branch during the week of October 15 - 18 to be securely shredded by our security partners.


Board Nominations

tnConnect’s Nominating Committee is now accepting nominations for two positions in 2025.

Members interested in running for the board should contact any member of the Nominating Committee listed below. They can provide you with requirements and qualifications for service. Nominations must be submitted to a member of the committee by Saturday, November 8, 2024. Nominees will be announced in January 2025, and voting results will be announced at our 102nd Annual Meeting on Thursday, March 27, 2025.

Dan Goleach, Chair,  865-660-8700
Melvin Teaster, 865-382-0614
Cassidy Carroll, 865- 223-3135
Charlie Story, 865-691-7887
Brenda Kirby, 865-207-1571
Harold Daniel, 865-523-6541


Serving our Community

We are proud to serve several community organizations this fall, and we hope you will come alongside us to help those in need!

Coats for the Cold
In partnership with Knoxville Area Rescue Ministries, we are collecting new or gently used coats and jackets between 10/14 - 31. These will benefit the homeless population in our region and can be dropped off at either branch.

Peanut Butter Drive
In partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank of East TN, we are collecting plastic jars of peanut butter between 11/4 - 25. These will benefit those without food this fall/winter and can be dropped off at either branch.


October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month

 
 

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a dedicated month for the public and private sectors to work together to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity. 

We want to encourage our members to increase online safety through 4 simple actions. Click on each of the items below to learn more from the CISA (Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency).

  1. Recognize and report phishing

  2. Use strong passwords

  3. Turn on MFA (multi-factor authentication)

  4. Update your software


Volunteer Opportunities

Interested in being involved in your credit union? We have a variety of volunteer opportunities available including: advisory boards, supervisory committees, or associate board members. Those members interested in playing a larger role in the credit union should contact:

Martin Bradley
ceo@tnconnectcu.org
(865) 272-2755


Fee Change

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The Holidays are Coming!

VISA Gift Cards

Give your “hard to buy for” person a gift they will really love - a VISA gift card! We have these available in increments up to $1,000. Pick one up today!

Holiday Loans

Give your family the Christmas of their dreams with our Holiday loans with low rates. Amounts up to $5,000. Apply online or speak to our Loan Officers at (865)688-2424.


International Credit Union Day is Thursday, October 19

The day is recognized to reflect upon the credit union movement's history, promote its achievements, recognize hard work, and share member experiences. We will have light refreshments in the lobby to celebrate this special day.


Holidays & Hours

The Credit Union will be closed on:

Monday, October 14 – Columbus Day
Monday, November 11 – Veterans Day
Thursday, November 28 - Thanksgiving Day
Tuesday, December 24 - Christmas Eve
Wednesday, December 25 - Christmas Day
Tuesday, December 31 - New Year’s Eve (early closing)
Wednesday, January 1 - New Year’s Day

Lobby/Drive-thru Hours of Operation
Mon – Fri  8:30am to 5pm
Sat 9am to 12pm


Connect with Us!

We provide our members with financial tips, latest news on fraud/scams, and special offers through our blog and social media pages. To access our blog, click on Blog under the Community tab of our homepage. Follow us on social:  @tnconnectcu