Huecu News

Harvard University Employees Credit Union is pleased to welcome Raj Bhanshali as an Investment Advisor Representative for HUECU Investment Services, a division of the credit union providing investment, retirement and financial planning services to members through CUSO Financial Services (“CFS.”)* In his position, Bhanshali will provide financial advice on investment and insurance strategies for members […]

HUECU’s CEO Craig Leonard and Community Engagement Specialist, Terrence Bazile, recently attended APEX 2023, hosted in Connecticut and presented by the Cooperative Credit Union Association and the Credit Union League of Connecticut. At the event, HUECU was honored to be awarded the Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community Service Award! This award is presented to credit […]

On Sunday, June 25th, Harvard University Employees Credit Union (HUECU) staff successfully completed the B.A.A. 10K. It’s one of the most eagerly awaited road races in the Boston area. Athletes from 49 states and 102 countries formed an energized community of runners who were committed to helping the renowned Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH). The […]

Thanks to our new partnership with Gentreo, members have the opportunity to protect what they love with an easy, affordable, and award-winning estate planning solution. From helping you to create wills and living trusts to guiding you through designating health care proxies and powers of attorney, Gentreo is there for you. Plus, you’ll have access […]

More than 50 HUECU members participated in Brigham and Women’s Hospital’s Step Up for Stepping Strong Challenge during the month of May. Similar to past years, the steps challenge raised money to support trauma patients at The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation. The center was created after the Boston Marathon bombing, to […]

At HUECU, we want to express our deepest appreciation for the extraordinary contributions made by the 2022-2023 Student Advisory Council (SAC). The SAC‘s partnership with us was instrumental in providing us with valuable insights and feedback, which were crucial in shaping our direction towards greater success. The dedication the SAC showed towards financial education was truly inspiring, and […]

For the past seven years, it’s been an honor for the Harvard University Employees Credit Union (HUECU) to bestow scholarships to high school seniors. HUECU is pleased to announce that ten high school seniors were recently awarded $1,500 scholarships from the Credit Union. The winners were selected by a volunteer Scholarship Review Committee comprised of […]

Thank you to everyone who donated to the CCUA Book Drive! Hosted by the Massachusetts Credit Unions, this book drive supported the mission to bring new and gently used books to those in need throughout Massachusetts. Since 2001, the Massachusetts Credit Unions have donated more than 333,423 books to many non-profit agencies in cities and […]

Give your savings a major boost without tying up your money longer term! With a Smart Rewards Savings account from HUECU, members can earn 4.00% APY on balances up to $25,000. 1 Any member with a Smart Rewards Checking Account is eligible to open a new Smart Rewards Savings. When the monthly qualifications in the […]

On Monday, March 27, 2023 Harvard University Employees Credit Union held its 83rd Annual Meeting at the Harvard Faculty Club. At the meeting, members in attendance heard from Credit Union officers and directors about the 2022 performance of HUECU. Speakers included Chairman George White, President and CEO Craig Leonard, Senior Vice President and CFO Katie […]

HUECU recently hosted multi-day workshops for both America Saves Week and our Annual Home Buying Forum. Here’s a recap! Interested in attending upcoming workshops? Visit our Workshops Page. And, to view past presentations, check out our YouTube channel. America Saves Week America Saves Week is a national effort to help millions grow their savings by […]

Dear HUECU Members, With some of the shocking news coming out of the banking sector, I thought it was a good time to reiterate the protection you have as a Credit Union member.Credit unions are generally well capitalized and conservatively run institutions, and this has always been the case at HUECU. We maintain equity reserves […]

HUECU recently launched our newest offering for members: Insurance Services. This program can assist members by helping protect the financial future of loved ones with insurance policies designed to be affordable and reliable. We know you need a trustworthy insurance provider, one you can depend on throughout life to help protect your family. Our agents […]

In April, the Harvard University Employees Credit Union launched the Volunteer Initiative Program (VIP) to help the local community and increase employee engagement. Since then, employees have leaped at the opportunity to volunteer their time to area non-profit organizations. This month, HUECU employee volunteers achieved a significant milestone. Collectively, they have donated over 200 VIP […]

After much anticipation, the new HUECU branch in the Longwood Medical Area (LMA) has opened its doors at 435 Brookline Avenue in Boston (at the corner of Joslin Place). The new street-level location is replacing the previous branch located inside the T. H. Chan Harvard School of Public Health, which was closed during the COVID […]

After almost three years of the unknown, federal student loan borrowers learned their fate recently when President Biden made a final decision to erase $10,000 to $20,000 for borrowers who matched certain criteria. This past September’s ruling left many perplexed and filled with additional questions. To bring clarity and help borrowers sift through the unknown, […]

HUECU is here for Mount Auburn Hospital as a supporter of their “Here for You” campaign to transform the way patients receive emergency care. The HUECU Board unanimously approved HUECU’s $100,000 donation pledge. Mount Auburn Hospital’s new rapid care initiation process will provide patients with comfortable and private settings to receive personalized compassionate care. The […]

With the hardships of the last few years and soaring inflation, many are feeling the pressure of day-to-day life, and one of the biggest stressors is finances. To help combat rising financial stress, Harvard University Employees Credit Union (HUECU) hosted its Thrive Personal Finance Summit on June 14-15, focusing on both mental and financial wellbeing. […]

HUECU is excited to announce that we have a new home in the Longwood Medical Area! The new HUECU branch will be located at 435 Brookline Avenue, Boston. Operating hours will be Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a street level storefront in the heart of the medical area and […]

HUECU recently launched its Volunteer Initiative Program (VIP) which allows Credit Union employees to use work time to participate in volunteering events in the community. The first volunteer event occurred on April 20 at Food for Free in Somerville, where the volunteers packed close to 400 boxes of fresh food that were distributed to families […]

At HUECU, we’re always looking for new and innovative ways to enhance our members’ experiences, and feedback from members is often what drives these initiatives. This year, we’ve made a number of technical improvements based on input from you! New Online Mortgage Application: In April, we introduced a new mortgage application platform that makes finding […]

Avoid the volatility out there and focus on guaranteed savings with these limited-time CD specials from HUECU: 11-month certificate at 2.00% APY* 15-month certificate at 2.25% APY* Not sure if a CD is right for you? If you’re looking for a dependable return on your money, but don’t need to tap into it for a […]

The B.A.A. 10K was held yesterday for the first time in person since 2019, drawing more than 5,000 competitors from 45 states and 81 countries to raise money for Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH). The HUECU team had a great time despite some high temps! The race started and finished on Charles Street, and runners […]

More than 50 Harvard University Employees Credit Union (HUECU) employees volunteered for more than 900-thousand steps among the group, for the Brigham, and The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation. The Stepping Strong Center overall exceeded its 500M steps goal and has secured a $100,000 donation from HUECU. “The participation and generosity of […]

On Friday, May 20, two Harvard University Employees Credit Union (HUECU) sponsored students were honored at the 2022 Cooperative Credit Union Association, Inc. (CCUA) Massachusetts Students Essay Contest Awards Ceremony at the Holiday Inn and Suites in Marlborough. The two students had previously won HUECU’s essay contest before having their submissions elevated to the state-level […]

A team of 13 Harvard University Employees Credit Union (HUECU) employees volunteered at Cradles for Crayons in Newton on Friday May 20, sorting and cleaning more than 60 pairs of shoes to donate to children in need. According to the Center for Progress, Massachusetts children rank third among all 50 states for inequality. The COVID-19 […]

These last two years, members’ travel habits have changed a lot. One noticeable trend has been an increase in the purchasing of vacation homes. If you’re looking for your own special “get away” place, HUECU can help! We offer financing for vacation homes anywhere in New England, with the great rates, flexible terms, exceptional service […]

Harvard University Employees Credit Union (HUECU) employees joined 50 volunteers at the 23rd Annual Earth Day Charles River Cleanup hosted by the Charles River Conservancy. The volunteers picked up trash and spruced up stretches of the riverbank along Memorial Drive. “The Charles River is vitally important to Cambridge, Boston and the communities it touches along […]

HUECU was proud to send a team of employees to volunteer at Food for Free in Somerville, MA on Wednesday, April 20th. The HUECU team packed close to 400 boxes of fresh food that were distributed throughout Cambridge, Somerville and Greater Boston. For 41 years, Food for Free has provided local families in need access […]

HUECU is pleased to announce this year’s recipients of the college scholarship program! Ten high school seniors were recently awarded $1,000 scholarships from the Credit Union. The winners, nine from Massachusetts and one from Virginia, were selected by a volunteer Scholarship Review Committee comprised of HUECU members. The Committee reviewed applications from more than ninety […]