The message of Arise Community Credit Union reached the airwaves this past weekend — and we couldn't be more grateful for the opportunity.
Debra L. Hurston, Executive Director of the Association for Black Economic Power (ABEP), and Francis Odhiambo, Interim CEO of Arise Community Credit Union, joined Al Flowers on Community Value Conversations on 89.9 KMOJ — Minneapolis's home for community-centered radio.
Together, they sat down to talk about what Arise is, why it exists, and what it means for the Twin Cities community to have a credit union built from the ground up to serve and grow local economic power.
The conversation covered the heart of Arise's mission — expanding access to fair, fee-free banking for communities that have historically been underserved by traditional financial institutions. As Minnesota's first Black-led chartered credit union, Arise was built not just to offer financial products, but to be a trusted partner in long-term financial health and wealth building.
Debra and Francis also spoke about Arise's growing presence in the community — showing up at local events, partnering with organizations across Hennepin and Ramsey Counties, and meeting people where they are.
And of course, they talked about how you can become a member.
If you heard the broadcast and want to take that next step, we'd love to welcome you. Arise is open to individuals living, working, worshipping, or attending school in Hennepin and Ramsey Counties.
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KMOJ 89.9 FM has been the voice of the Minneapolis community for decades, providing a platform for local voices, stories, and conversations that matter. We're proud to have shared our story on such a meaningful station.
Thank you to Al Flowers and the entire KMOJ team for having us. Conversations like this one are how communities grow — and how Arise grows with them.
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