Advia Credit Union Invests More Than $1 Million Annually in Community Organizations Across the Midwest

KALAMAZOO, MI, October 19, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Advia Credit Union, a member-owned financial cooperative serving 200,000 members across Michigan, Illinois, and Wisconsin, annually donates more than $1 million to more than 250 local organizations, specifically those focused on housing, food access, transportation, financial education, youth development, and workforce support. In 2025 alone, Advia employees also donated more than 8,000 volunteer hours to uplift key areas of community support.

“Our time and money are not onetime donations or logo placements. These are relationships built around shared goals to help strengthen the communities we all serve,” said Jeff Bolser, Chief Retail Officer at Advia Credit Union. “Advia is not just another place to keep an account or get a loan. We are a financial partner in your corner, helping members and communities thrive.”

Personal Service at Scale

“Our best work starts with listening,” said Bolser, which serves 200,000 members across Michigan, Illinois, and Wisconsin. “We have the tools and technology to compete with large institutions, but our advantage is the ability to make banking feel personal.”

As a not-for-profit cooperative, Advia’s members are also its owners, leveraging their voices to help shape the future of the credit union. Whether a member seeks to reduce debt, build credit, purchase a home, plan for retirement, or achieve another financial goal, Advia professionals come to the table with a listening posture—poised to understand each member’s unique needs and offer solutions, not just products, to move them forward.

Real financial savings are created through opportunities such as the Advantage Plus Rewards program, which offers 5% on checking plus loan discounts, certificate of deposit premiums, and more. Members also save an average of $4,000 in lower interest payments on transferred loans.

Mortgage and home equity options are delivered with local servicing, no annual fees, and no prepayment penalties. First-time homebuyer programs may require little to no down payment. Credit card rewards come with up to 3% back on everyday purchases, strong fraud protection, and secure digital banking tools. Flexible savings options are designed to help members build stability and grow their money over time.

“The real value is not simply having a broad set of products; it’s helping members connect with the right solutions at the right times to maximize long-term financial well-being,” said Bolser. “For us, success is measured by whether our products help members save more, borrow smarter, and feel more confident about what comes next.”

Intentional Growth

With 34 locations — soon to be 37, with branches coming to Kenosha, Wisconsin, and Clinton Township and Portage, Michigan — Advia expands strategically to serve specific communities that can most benefit from its offerings.

Employee culture is designed to foster personal and professional growth alongside the organization, delivered through strong compensation and benefits packages, flexible work options, and paid volunteer time.

With Advia’s broad reach, members have access to more than 35,000 fee-free ATMs and service centers nationwide. New video teller technology provides access during extended hours to a live representative, all from the convenience of the member’s car.

“When we grow into a new market, opening the doors is only the beginning,” said Bolser. “The real work is building relationships with local nonprofits, schools, businesses, and community leaders so we can understand where we can be most useful.”

About Advia Credit Union

For nearly a century, Advia Credit Union has empowered members across Michigan, Wisconsin, and Illinois with competitive financial solutions, personalized service, and community-focused values. As a member-owned cooperative, its purpose is simple: help members achieve more. Visit adviacu.org for more information.

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