TGUC and CUCollaborate Partner to Boost Lending Access

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TGUC Financial Partners with CUCollaborate to Bring Home Improvement Lending Platform to CDFIs
TGUC Financial Provides Additional Channel of Borrowers to CDFIs via CUCollaborate’s Software

Washington, D.C., April 25, 2025 – TGUC Financial and CUCollaborate are partnering to connect borrowers in CDFI target markets to credit unions across the country. TGUC Financial’s platform gives credit unions the ability to offer flexible financing options to members making improvements on their home. Through this partnership, credit unions are able to intentionally reach members in Low-Income Designation and CDFI Certification (CDFI) areas.  

"We’re proud to partner with CUCollaborate to help credit unions expand their lending reach and better serve members in CDFI communities," said Russell Bryant, CEO of TGUC Financial. "Through our home improvement lending platform, credit unions can connect with new borrowers, grow their impact, and deliver financing options that support housing stability and financial inclusion."

Sam Brownell, Founder and CEO of CUCollaborate, shared “CDFI-certified credit unions are continually seeking ways to provide innovative lending options to the members they serve.” He went on to say, “In partnership with TGUC Financial, credit unions can solve for the home improvement needs of their community while also reaching more members in CDFI areas.”

Join our webinar, Flexible Home Financing Solutions for Credit Union Members, on Thursday, May 15 at 2 p.m. ET to learn more about how credit unions can benefit from this new partnership.  

With questions, contact Ben Hering, Director of Partnerships with CUCollaborate, at bhering@cucollaborate.com.

About CUCollaborate

CUCollaborate is a data and analytics CUSO that helps credit unions maximize growth, impact, and performance.  We empower credit unions to adapt and thrive by combining proprietary data and technology with deep subject matter expertise to drive smarter strategic decision-making. Our creative strategies, rooted in our unique technical approach powered by data-driven insights, enable credit unions to stay competitive, optimize performance, and expand their impact in an evolving financial landscape. 

About TGUC Financial

TGUC Financial is a point-of-sale home improvement lending platform purpose-built to help credit unions and other lenders reach more borrowers. TGUC empowers contractors to offer instant financing at the point of sale, enabling homeowners to complete critical home improvement projects with affordable, transparent terms. By partnering with CUCollaborate, TGUC supports CDFI-certified and Low-Income Designated credit unions in expanding their member base, increasing lending volume, and deepening community impact