In early 1958, a small group of teachers met one evening at Midview High School in Grafton, Ohio to discuss the possibility of forming a credit union. One teacher, John Bartter, was rather hesitant to this new concept. Little did he know this meeting would lead to a 39-year career. Care Connection: Through this program, ACHIEVE provides support to social service agencies. Several times each year, we invite members and staff to participate by donating items or funds to help local people in need. Financial Education/Financial Literacy: As an education-based credit union, we’re committed to providing members of all ages with the tools they need to meet their financial goals. School Levy Support: For every employee of a qualifying school district in Lorain County who signs up for Direct Deposit or Payroll Deduction, we donate $2 to a fund that supports school levies. Requests for levy support may be made, in writing to our President & CEO, from either the school district’s treasurer or the levy campaign treasurer.