The GoWest Credit Union Association is the unifying voice for credit unions in Phoenix, Denver, Boise, Olympia, Salem, Cheyenne, and Washington, D.C. The Association works with state and federal policymakers, coalitions, and consumer groups to keep credit union powers strong and give credit unions the opportunity to thrive. Consumers in our six-state region have the best access to credit unions in the nation because of our unsurpassed operating environment.
Calls to Action
The Calls to Action provide credit union leaders across the region with a way to better understand the role they can play as Credit Union Advocates. Use this tool to find your local elected officials, participate in important calls to action, and more.
Learn MoreAmerica's Credit Union Political Action Committee (ACU PAC)
A primary mission of GoWest is policy advancement. Through advocacy, we grow our influence in removing barriers and creating opportunities for credit unions to gain market share and deliver more value to consumers.
The America’s Credit Unions Political Action Committee (ACU PAC) is the political action committee (PAC) of the Credit Union National Association.
Through advocacy, we grow our influence in removing barriers and creating opportunities for credit unions to gain market share and deliver more value to consumers.
One of the most effective strategies is to assist in the election of candidates who are credit union supporters. Candidates for office know they need the support of regional credit unions to win, and it’s a fact of politics that modern election campaigns need funding as well.
Reaching our annual goal for federal political fundraising remains a priority through the ACU PAC.
Learn MoreRegulatory Advocacy
GoWest Credit Union Association advocates for the credit union charter through ongoing conversations with regulators at the state and federal levels. These discussions strengthen the alliance between and among the region’s credit unions to provide a single, relevant, and prominent voice.
This, in turn, helps ensure regulations are friendly to credit unions and provide an environment conducive to growth and increased market share for the industry.
Learn MoreCU Designations
CU Designations are programs demonstrating a commitment to serving low-income and economically distressed communities. Designations are given to specialized organizations, like Credit Unions, that provide financial services in low-income communities and to people who have little to no access to financing or financial education.
Learn MoreUpcoming Advocacy Events
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On the Go Articles
It Happened at GAC: Successful Hill Meetings Result in Support for Tax Status and Priority Bills
Meetings with 47 elected members of Congress and honors for advocates from GoWest region highlight the 50th annual National GAC.
Colorado Credit Unions Share Common Values With Legislators
Nearly 170 advocates joined the GoWest team in meetings with almost all members of the Colorado Legislature or with their key staffers.
Washington Advocates Turn Up the Heat in Olympia
Temperatures were in the low 20s when Washington credit unions arrived in Olympia for Washington Credit Union Day at the Capitol on Feb. 11, but that didn't matter to the more than 200 advocates who came from credit unions from every corner of the state.