News and Updates

For the 2025–26 school year, Heartland Credit Union is proud to award more than $3,800 in Celebrate Academic Success with HCU (C.A.S.H.) Grants to support innovative classroom projects led by our member-teachers. This year, 10 projects were selected, impacting more than 1,000 students.

Heartland Credit Union is pleased to announce the addition of Janeishka Venegas as Branch Manager of the Ave A branch in Hutchinson.

Heartland Credit Union is proud to announce the addition of Trace Hughes as VP of Brand and Marketing. With a strong background in creative strategy and brand development, Hughes will lead efforts to grow the HCU brand, deepen member engagement, and drive innovative marketing initiatives.

Heartland Credit Union is pleased to announce the hiring of Sherri Schneider as the new Branch Manager of our Haven location. Sherri brings more than 20 years of customer service and team leadership experience to the role.

Starting Monday, July 7, we’re kicking off a full remodel of the Ness City branch—and we can’t wait to share the improvements with you this fall. These updates are all about creating a better, more convenient experience for you. 

At Heartland Credit Union, helping our members achieve their goals is part of who we are—and it’s been that way from the very beginning. We were founded in 1948 by 14 teachers who believed in the power of education and came together to support one another.

Heartland Credit Union is proud to announce its naming rights sponsorship for one of south-central Kansas’ premier sports and entertainment venues, Heartland Credit Union Arena in Park City, KS. This landmark agreement reflects Heartland’s commitment to empowering members, strengthening communities, and creating experiences that go beyond banking.

Heartland Credit Union is pleased to announce the hiring of Kevin Hess as Chief Financial Officer. With more than 25 years of experience in finance and operational leadership, Kevin will provide a strong foundation for our accounting and finance operations at the credit union.  

Heartland Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Darren Werth to AVP of Community and Government Affairs. In this new role, Darren will oversee efforts to strengthen the credit union’s connection to the communities it serves through advocacy, outreach, and relationship building.