Hike the Hill is a grassroots program sponsored by CUNA and the state leagues to provide credit unions with the opportunity to visit Washington to educate decision makers on credit union issues.

Attendees are prepped on what to expect in advance of each trip and upon their arrival. Once they arrive in Washington, credit unions are further prepared in issues briefings by CUNA's governmental affairs team. Briefing packets are also distributed and focus on issues specific to each state.

When credit unions participate in Hike the Hill, they demonstrate that credit union support has a real face, real concerns and real stories of how credit unions affect the lives of working Americans.

"Each year our Hike the Hill effort continues to grow and that makes a strong statement for the value of the program," says Richard Gose, CUNA vice president of political action and grassroots. "Once again, we have critical issues, such as pension reform, bankruptcy abuse reform, and Project Differentiation, to discuss with members of Congress. These visits are key to credit unions maintaining high visibility in Washington."

2008 Hike the Hill!

Register here for the Spring Hike The Hill set for April 30 through May 1, 2008!

Register here for the Summer Hike the Hill set for July 23-24, 2008!

If you are interested in participating in Hike the Hill, please contact Mickey Fanney at mfanney@ncleague.org for more information.