TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. – TBA Credit Union (TBACU) has donated $5,840 to Michael’s Place, the featured nonprofit organization for TBACU’s third quarter You Join. We Give. community giving campaign.
 
During July, August, and September 2026, TBACU welcomed 584 new members. As part of the campaign, TBACU donates every new membership’s $10 membership fee to a selected local nonprofit, resulting in this quarter’s gift to Michael’s Place. Michael’s Place provides compassionate grief support, education, and resources for children, teens, adults, and families navigating loss.
 
“TBA Credit Union is helping bring hope and healing to grieving children, teens, and adults throughout our region,” said Mindy Buell Executive Director and CEO at Michael’s Place. “Through the You Join. We Give Campaign, each new member contributes to something greater by helping keep compassionate grief support available to those who need it most. Thank you to TBA Credit Union and their members!”
 
"Our members continue to show that banking locally can create a meaningful impact throughout our community," said Karen Browne, President and CEO of TBA Credit Union. "Through our 'You Join. We Give.' campaign, every new membership helps support organizations making a difference in the lives of our neighbors. We are honored to partner with Michael’s Place and help further their mission of providing hope, healing, and support to those experiencing grief."
 
A $387 million (assets) credit union, TBA Credit Union provides financial services to over 21,000 members across the State of Michigan. In addition to two branches and a call center located in Traverse City, TBA Credit Union members have access to over 30,000 surcharge-free ATMs nationwide through the CO-OP Network and over 300 Xtend Shared Branching locations.
 
 
For more information about TBA Credit Union, visit tbacu.com or call 231.946.7090.
 
Attachment: TBACU_MichaelsPlace_JoinGive_2026
Left to right: Connie Wintzinger, Development Director, Michael’s Place Board of Directors; Mindy Davis Buell, Executive Director/CEO; Don Alford, Trustee; Chris Dennos, Founder and Trustee; Dennis Hoeg, Trustee; Karen Browne, Vice President, President/CEO of TBA Credit Union; Judy Harrison, Board President; Gretchen Overbeek, Board Secretary