Posts by Sophia Giancotti
cPort Credit Union Visits Talbot Community School During Read Across America Week
cPort Credit Union celebrated Read Across America Week with a special visit to Talbot Community School in Portland. President & CEO Gene Ardito and Executive Vice President & CFO Kelsey Marquis shared their love for literacy with students as part of the National Education Association’s celebration honoring authors from all backgrounds. Read Across America is an annual…
Read MoreAvoid Job Scams!
Job hunting can be stressful, and the growing number of employment scams can make it even more overwhelming. Scammers are using fake employment opportunities to target applicants’ personal information and trick them into handing over money. They can advertise positions the same way legitimate employers do—in print newspapers or online through job posting websites, LinkedIn,…
Read MoreOur Employees are Giving Back this Holiday Season!
At cPort, we make it a priority to support our local communities throughout the year. Our recognizable “c” in cPort Credit Union encompasses everything we do. We are asked often about what the “c” stands for in our name. For us, our “c” represents character, confidence, cooperative, current, and community. We are committed to giving…
Read MorecPort Credit Union Supporting STRIVE and its Mission
STRIVE, which stands for Socialization, Transition, Reflection, Innovation, Vocation and Education, is a non-profit organization based in South Portland that assists tweens, teens, and young adults with intellectual disabilities.
STRIVE began in 1999 to provide recreational and social opportunities, with a focus on creating peer support. Today, the organization has grown to serve over 950 members through ten different social, educational, post-secondary, and employment programs.
Read MoreDon’t Get Tricked By These Common Scams
Scammers never seem to be short on creative ways to trick you into giving them your private information, often without you realizing it until it’s too late. These usually come in the form of legitimate malicious links but are a sneaky attempt to get you to unknowingly give them sensitive information such as your passwords,…
Read MoreProtect Yourself From Banking Fraud
Today, fraudsters have access to more consumer information due to recent high-profile data breaches. Because of this, it’s important to stay vigilant and identify red flags when a scammer is trying to steal sensitive information. Even with the best security measures, scammers can trick victims by impersonating trustworthy organizations. For example, scammers contact victims by…
Read MoreThree Cheers For The Future!
Every year cPort staff look forward to reading college aspiration essays from students in the communities we serve. In 2022, we kicked off our 15th year of the cPort Scholarship Program. Hosting our college aspiration workshops in seven elementary schools throughout Portland, Augusta, and Scarborough, we also celebrated our first year at the Boys &…
Read MoreA Different Date Night! Financial Tips for Couples
Working on a budget might not sound like a romantic way to spend a weekend night with your significant other. However, it can do wonders for your relationship! A good partnership means working together on all aspects of life. When it comes to finances, working together as a couple can open lines of communication, strengthen…
Read MoreHow To Prepare For Tax Season
In the U.S., filing an annual tax return and paying income tax by April 15 each year is required. Collecting documents well ahead of time and storing them in a secure place is a good idea. Here is a list of what is needed to help prepare for tax season. Tax Documents January is when…
Read MoreStart Saving Now for The Holidays
Now that the magic of the holiday season is over, it’s a good time to start thinking about next year. With all the joy of the season, it can be expensive. But, if you start saving now, you’ll be prepared to celebrate the season with your holiday funds already saved for you. Set up a…
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