International Credit Union (ICU) Day® celebrates the spirit of the global credit union movement. This year ICU Day is celebrated on Thursday, October 16, 2025 and we'll be celebrating with FREE Chicago and Rockford 2026 calendars in our branches as well as sweet treats, and special surprises!
The day is recognized to reflect upon the credit union movement's history, promote its achievements, recognize hard work and share member experiences. International Credit Union (ICU) Day® has been celebrated on the third Thursday of October since 1948.
The ultimate goal is to raise awareness about the tremendous work that credit unions and other financial cooperatives are doing around the world and give members the opportunity to get more engaged. The day of festivities for credit unions and financial cooperatives globally includes fundraisers, open houses, contests, picnics, volunteering and parades.
International Credit Union (ICU) Day 2025 brings a unifying global theme: “Cooperation for a Prosperous World.” Coinciding with the United Nations’ International Year of Cooperatives, this year’s theme underscores how credit unions drive prosperity and well-being through cooperative finance—locally and worldwide.