From Savings to Shark Tanks: What’s New at Breakwater

Staff member from CCHS and three from Breakwater pose with large pile of supplies donated to CCHS.

Kids are back in school, leaves are beginning to change, and the new season brings opportunities for learning, growth and community engagement. This past month we’ve celebrated youth savings and engaged in meaningful community activities.

Breakwater’s Superior Shark Tank Challenge

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They say Superior is unsalted and shark-free, but this November, Breakwater FCU is bringing the sharks to the Copper Country for an evening of big ideas, bold pitches, and cash prizes at Breakwater’s Superior Shark Tank Challenge!

Middle and high school students are invited to show off their creativity, problem-solving, and business smarts in our first-ever Shark Tank-style competition.

Scams Impersonating Financial Institutions are on the Rise

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The security of your accounts is our highest priority. We want to warn you about phone scams targeting people nationwide, where fraudsters impersonate employees of financial institutions. Keep your accounts secure: Read about the latest scams and learn how to avoid them!

Youth Savings Month at Breakwater

Photo of parade float. Banner says "Charlotte's Web of Savings" with Breakwater logo. Wilbur the pig is hanging over the side of the truck, with a large barn shaped structure covered in spider web behind him. Text on photo says "Win Wilbur the Pig!" with an arrow pointing towards the stuffed pig.

September is Youth Savings Month at Breakwater! As students head back to school, we think it’s a great time to encourage youth of all ages to build smart spending habits. That’s why we are holding a special Youth Savings Month giveaway! 

Breakwater FCU August Newsletter: Community Events, Financial Tips & Back-to-School Savings

Breakwater staff asks a group of three young girls trivia questions about cost of pasty ingredients in 1898 vs. today.

Phew… Summer has been packed with wonderful community events, and it’s been a pleasure to be part of them. As the season shifts, we’re looking forward to the new school year and starting to plan for fall. We’re eager to support financial literacy in local schools and find new ways to empower students with the money skills they need for a healthy future. Read along to hear more about where we’ve been, and what we’re working on this fall.

Back to School Budgeting Tools for the Whole Family

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From first-day crayons to dorm-room fans, a smart budget is one of the best school supplies you can have! Here are some practical tips for all age groups to help you prepare for the upcoming year. Here are some Back-to-School Budgeting tools to help you prepare for the new school year.

Breakwater’s June Recap: Brats, Budgets & Bridgefest Highlights

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Breakwater’s June Recap: Brats, Budgets & Bridgefest Highlights Summer is well underway, and we have been taking advantage of all the nice weather with parades, cookouts, and community events that bring us all together! We have enjoyed the opportunity to celebrate this season with our community and see all the friendly faces that make the […]

May in Review and Exciting Things to Come at Breakwater FCU

Employees pose for a picture at Pitch in for Parks, holding rakes and compost bags.

May in Review and Exciting Things to Come at Breakwater FCU The sun’s out, and so are we—active in the community and planning for an exciting summer ahead! May was a busy and energizing month here at Breakwater. From volunteering at local events to collaborating with local schools to promote financial literacy we’ve been working […]

Welcome to Welcome to the First Edition of Your Breakwater Newsletter!

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Welcome to the First Edition of Your Breakwater Newsletter! Breakwater Federal Credit Union is dedicated to positively impacting those we serve by building lifelong relationships, one member at a time. Introduction Welcome to our brand-new newsletter! We are excited to launch this new monthly newsletter as a way to better connect with our members and the […]