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Insight and Impact: Join GoWest’s CDFI Roundtable on May 19
The second GoWest CDFI Roundtable of 2025 will be held on May 19 and is an opportunity to hear from industry experts and connect with professionals from other CDFIs within the GoWest region.
Posted inHopeful News: Treasury Affirms CDFI Funds are Statutory
Confirmation of the Fund’s status is positive for CDFI credit unions and the communities they serve.
Posted inJoin Us For a CDFI Roundtable on Feb. 24 – Register Today!
GoWest’s first CDFI Roundtable of 2025 will be held Monday, Feb. 24. This is an opportunity to connect with professionals from other CDFIs within the GoWest region.
Posted inGoWest Credit Unions Awarded $2.7 Million in CDFI Technical Assistance Awards
The 2024 CDFI Program Technical Assistance Awards were announced on Nov. 21, and nine credit unions in the GoWest region received the maximum award of $300,000 each, totaling $2.7 million in awards heading to the six-state region.
Posted inSeattle Credit Union Receives $900,000 in CDFI Funding for Affordable Housing Mortgage Product
Seattle Credit Union received a Financial Assistance award of $900,000 from the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Community Development Financial Institutions Fund to support the development of their 30-year, fixed, below-market rate Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) mortgage loan product.
Posted inRegister Now for GoWest’s November IRA School and CDFI Roundtable
In November, GoWest is offering a two-part virtual IRA School and holding the quarterly CDFI Roundtable.
Posted inGoWest CDFI Credit Unions Awarded $9.775 Million in U.S. Treasury Financial Assistance Awards
On Sept. 26, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) awarded 357 Community Development […]
Posted inCDFI Fund Updates Guidance and Deadlines for Certification Applications
Updates include revised FAQs, new submission deadlines, and additional guidance to help CDFIs navigate the certification process more effectively.
Posted inRecap: GoWest Credit Unions’ CDFI Roundtable Meeting on August 26th
A NASCUS panel highlighted the role of DEI in the CU Movement.
Posted inJoin Special Guest Brian Knight for a DEI Discussion at the CDFI Roundtable on Aug. 26
GoWest’s next CDFI Roundtable is Aug. 26 at 2 p.m. PT (1 p.m. MT). This quarter’s special guest is Brian Knight, President and CEO of The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS). He will share thoughts on the DEI landscape and what DEI means for a CDFI.
Posted inClarity Credit Union Accepts $4 Million CDFI Deposit from Micron
On June 10, Micron Technology, Inc. announced it had made a $4 million deposit with Clarity Credit Union to boost access to capital for local Idaho communities.
Posted inCDFI Fund Extends Submission Deadlines for Revised CDFI Certification Application
On Thursday June 20, the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) announced an extension for the reapplication deadlines for currently certified CDFI’s using the revised CDFI Certification Application.
Posted inGoWest’s Upcoming Virtual Compliance Legal, CDFI, and HR Events
Upcoming Compliance Legal Update and HR Seminars offer members relevant, useful information to keep their credit unions up-to-date on industry trends and regulations.
Posted inPravina Raghavan Steps into New Role as Director of CDFI Fund
Pravina Raghavan has recently assumed the position of Director of the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund. Director Raghavan hails […]
Posted inGoWest Reviews Treasury’s New CDFI Certification Application
GoWest’s Sharee Adkins, Chief Impact Officer, and Ryan Fitzgerald, SVP, Advocacy, share high level details and timelines, while continuing to advocate for CDFI credit unions.
Posted inQ4 CDFI Roundtable
A place to connect with other CDFIs, learn what credit unions are doing in their communities, stay current on updates and relevant changes, and discover how GoWest can support you on your CDFI journey.
Q3 CDFI Roundtable
A place to connect with other CDFIs, learn what credit unions are doing in their communities, stay current on updates and relevant changes, and discover how GoWest can support you on your CDFI journey.
Q2 CDFI Roundtable
A place to connect with other CDFIs, learn what credit unions are doing in their communities, stay current on updates and relevant changes, and discover how GoWest can support you on your CDFI journey.
Q1 CDFI Roundtable
A place to connect with other CDFIs, learn what credit unions are doing in their communities, stay current on updates and relevant changes, and discover how GoWest can support you on your CDFI journey.
CDFI Roundtable
44 Credit unions took a deep dive into the possibilities and opportunities CDFI certification provides.
Posted inRogue CU, Pacific Crest FCU and TAPCO CU Approved for CDFI Certification
The three Pacific Northwest credit unions were among the first in the nation to be approved.
Posted inEngage in the GoWest CDFI Community – Now is the Time!
Your voice is being heard as GoWest announces a big advocacy win for CDFIs and we welcome you to join the quarterly CDFI roundtables.
Posted inHuge Opportunity for CDFI Credit Unions: $1.73 Billion in Grants Available
Get started on your application process now; the final deadline is August 23.
Posted inPresident Trump’s Inauguration & Nomination Hearings Surface Policy Focuses
On Monday, Donald J. Trump was sworn-in as the 47th President of the United States, for his second term in office, on a cold day in Washington, DC.
Posted inBoard Associate or Supervisory Committee Member
Verity is currently accepting applications for its Board Associates Program, a unique opportunity designed for individuals interested in eventually serving on our Board of Directors or Supervisory Committee. This 1-2 year volunteer program aims to develop future leaders in credit union governance.
TOPCU Receives Net Zero Hero Award for Green Lending Program
Tucson Old Pueblo Credit Union recently received a Net Zero Hero Community Impact Award from Tucson Electric Power (TEP) for its meaningful work that protects the environment, preserves natural resources, and advances sustainability.
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Ahmed Campbell Director of Member Impact and Growth at Inclusiv Ahmed Campbell is the Director of Member Impact and Growth […]
Vice President, Lending & Compliance
The Vice President, Lending and Compliance is a key leadership position responsible for shaping and executing the credit union’s lending growth strategy. This role emphasizes innovation in lending services while maintaining strict adherence to risk management practices and regulatory compliance. Additionally, the VP will play a critical role in supporting BSA (Bank Secrecy Act) compliance efforts, making this position an excellent development opportunity.
Jeremy Mandery Joins TAPCO Credit Union as Chief Lending Officer
TAPCO Credit Union announced on Sept. 25 that Jeremy Mandery has joined the credit union as the new Chief Lending Officer.
Posted inNCUA Awards Over $3.5 Million in Community Development Revolving Loan Fund Grants
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) announced awards of more than $3.5 million in Community Development Revolving Loan Fund grants to 135 low-income-designated credit unions, including six in the GoWest region.
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