ST. LOUIS , MO (February 25, 2026) |
Alltru Credit Union, a member-owned credit union and Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), has partnered with Upstart (NASDAQ: UPST), a leading artificial intelligence (AI) lending marketplace to expand access to personal loans for consumers across the Greater St. Louis area. The partnership helps reach individuals who may be underserved by traditional lending models, including those with limited or non-traditional credit histories.
“As a community-focused financial institution, we’re honored to partner with Upstart to help remove barriers to responsible credit,” said Kimberly Stocks, Vice President of Lending and Deposit Operations at Alltru Credit Union. “This partnership allows us to meet our community where they are and empower them to create lasting financial stability, whether they have prime credit history or need a second chance.
"Alltru Credit Union started lending as a partner on the Upstart Referral Network for personal loans in 2025. Through this network, qualified personal loan applicants on Upstart.com who meet Alltru’s membership criteria receive tailored offers and seamlessly transition into an Alltru-branded experience to complete the online membership application and loan closing process.
“We’re excited to partner with Alltru Credit Union,” said Ed Walters, Vice President of Lending Partnerships at Upstart. “Together, we’re expanding access to credit and supporting financial wellness in the communities they serve.
”Since the start of the partnership, Alltru has deployed several loans to families across St. Louis. As access to traditional banking services continues to shift, this collaboration positions Alltru among early adopters in the St. Louis region who are leveraging fintech partnerships to extend responsible lending opportunities to more consumers.
To learn more about Alltru Credit Union’s community impact, visit https://alltrucu.org/alltru-