by Emily Hechler FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ST. LOUIS, MO (Feb. 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-you/community/.
About Alltru Credit Union
Alltru Federal Credit Union was chartered in 1968 as District 837 Credit Union by the International Association of Machinist Union members employed by McDonnell Douglas in North County St. Louis. Alltru is full-service Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) whose mission is to improve the financial well-being of its members. With over 40,500 members and more than $380 million in assets, Alltru has provided members with a full line of dependable financial products and services for 58 years. For more information about Alltru Credit Union, visit https://alltrucu.org/.
Not a credit union member? Membership is available to anyone who lives, works, or worships within St. Charles county, St. Louis county, or the City of St. Louis. Open an account today.
About Upstart
Upstart (NASDAQ: UPST) is the leading AI lending marketplace, connecting millions of consumers to more than 100 banks and credit unions that leverage Upstart’s AI models and cloud applications to deliver superior credit products. With Upstart AI, lenders can approve more borrowers at lower rates while delivering the exceptional digital-first experience customers demand. More than 90% of loans are fully automated, with no human intervention by Upstart. Founded in 2012, Upstart’s platform includes personal loans, automotive retail and refinance loans, home equity lines of credit, and small-dollar “relief” loans. Upstart is based in San Mateo, California.
Media Contact:
Laura Woods – Vice President of Brand and Product Strategy (636) 916-8303; lwoods@alltrucu.org