The Louise Herring Philosophy in Action Member Service Award promotes credit union philosophy by formally recognizing credit unions that demonstrate in an extraordinary way the practical application of that philosophy for their members. 

Credit unions could receive an award for programs or policies that demonstrate their commitment to the practical application of the "People-Helping-People" philosophy.  Some examples of eligible activities are:

• Provisions for the small saver or borrower.
• Member programs for groups that are often economically challenged.
• Internal programs or services that help to differentiate the credit union from other financial services' providers.
• Programs that do an extraordinary job of encouraging thrift and provide a source of unbiased money management and consumer information, which would be difficult or impossible to obtain elsewhere.
• Evidence of an exceptional degree of service to members.

The deadline to submit entries to the League for the 2013 award program is Thursday, Aug. 1, 2013. You must include the entry form and checklist with your award entry. Please send to: the Texas Credit Union League, Attn: Linda Webb-Mañon, 4455 LBJ Freeway, Suite 1100, Farmers Branch, Texas 75244-5998.

If you have any questions, please contact Mañon, TCUL vice president of communications and public relations, at (469) 385-6486, (800) 442-4762, ext. 6486 or e-mail lwebb-manon@tcul.coop.