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From our latest impacts and financial tips to what it means to Belong, see how we’re making Impossible Dreams come true in the Michigan communities we serve.
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Big Dreams and Small Change for Autism Alliance of Michigan
From everyday spare change to impossible dreams, see how orsa is supporting Autism Alliance of Michigan and families across the state.
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How to Trade in a Car with a Loan
You can trade in a car you still owe money on, but it can make your next purchase a little more complicated. Learn how your payoff amount, trade-in value and equity can affect your next car purchase.
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A Car Buyer's Guide to Dealer Add-Ons
Dealer add-ons can quickly change the price of a car and the amount you end up financing. Before you start signing, here’s what to know about some of the extras you may be offered and the questions to ask before you say yes.
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Benefits of a Preapproved Car Loan
Getting preapproved before you start car shopping helps you understand what you can afford, set a realistic price range and head into the car-buying process with more confidence. So, before you start scrolling through listings and walking deal lots, start with your financing.
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Come See Us in Novi
Our new Novi branch is officially open, with a space designed around you and six special offers to celebrate. See what’s new in Novi.
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Put Your Dreams on Auto: New Roundup Savings Goals!
Turn your spare change into real results. With new Roundup Savings Goals in grow & give, you can automatically save for your Impossible Dream, effortlessly!
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We Can All Be Advocates
What a journey across Michigan revealed about domestic violence, financial control and the role each of us can play in supporting survivors.
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Believing is the Baseline
What does it really mean to support survivors? A conversation with Michigan advocates starts with one simple idea: believe them.
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An Interview with the Team at The Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence (MCEDSV): Part 3 of 3
On July 17, as part of the Choose The Bear Tour, Laura Killingbeck interviewed team members of the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. The third and final part of the interview explores financial abuse, economic control, and the role that financial institutions can play in supporting survivors.
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An Interview with the Team at The Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence (MCEDSV): Part 2 of 3
On July 17, as part of the Choose The Bear Tour, Laura Killingbeck interviewed team members of the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. Part 2 dives deeper into social inequalities, intersectionality, and advocacy as a social movement.
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An Interview with the Team at The Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence (MCEDSV): Part 1 of 3
On July 17, as part of the Choose The Bear Tour, Laura Killingbeck interviewed team members of the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence about the evolution and importance of survivor-centered, trauma-informed support.
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Pickleball for Good Serves Up an Impact
A little friendly competition can go a long way. 2026 Pickleball for Good brought people together for a day of fun while raising nearly $40,000 to help the orsa foundation create greater opportunity for people across Michigan.