Author: Alyse Knudsen
iQ Credit Union Furthers High School Financial Education with Campus Branches and Scholarships
At iQ, a focus is placed on ensuring high school students have what they need to become financially responsible adults. They do this in many ways including offering Bite of Reality financial education fairs, having high school branches, and offering scholarships to students who are furthering their education at colleges, universities, or trade schools.
SELCO Community Credit Union Awards $200,000 Grant for Development of Affordable Homes
SquareOne Villages recently received a $200,000 grant from Springfield, Ore.-based SELCO Community Credit Union to aid in building the nonprofit’s Rosa Village Co-op affordable housing project.
Origence Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Fundraiser Supporting Children’s Miracle Network
Origence’s “30 Years of Impact” fundraiser will match donations made under the campaign at Lending Tech Live ‘24.
Fibre Federal Credit Union Restoring Historic Daily News Building to Create Digital Member Experience Center
Fibre Federal Credit Union has purchased the iconic Longview Daily News building in Longview, Wash., with plans to restore the building and establish a state-of-the-art Member Experience Center.
Advance Your CU Journey Through YP Leads at MAXX 2024
If you are a young professional who is passionate about the Credit Union Movement and looking to elevate your career through networking, mentoring, and education opportunities, YP Leads is for you. The deadline to apply is June 14.
A Stunning Location Awaits for MAXX 2024
GoWest is bringing MAXX to Denver for the first time and hosting the signature event at the luxurious Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center.
Get Pumped for MAXX Keynote Speaker: 4-Time Olympian Chaunte Lowe
Get ready for compelling and thought-provoking MAXX 2024 Main Stage speakers, including four-time Olympian, three-time world championship medalist, and 12-time U.S. national champion, Chaunte Lowe!
Russle Up a Cowboy Hat for This Year’s CU4Kids Diamond RoundUp
On October 15, we’re busting out our rhinestone-studded cowboy hats for the most anticipated event this side of the Rockies – the CU4Kids Diamond Roundup Benefit Auction at MAXX 2024!
The Foundation Breakfast at MAXX 2024: Rise & Shine for a Morning Celebration
On Oct. 16, the GoWest Foundation will be hosting the annual Foundation Breakfast at MAXX 2024. During this signature MAXX event, we will honor the incredible work that credit unions and the foundation have accomplished together over the past year.
OCCU Adds New Vice President of Retail Operations
Oregon-based OCCU is excited to announce that Cheleana Stafflund has been promoted to Vice President of Retail Operations.
ATM Crime and Best Practices for Prevention
Skimming, vandalism, and physical attacks on ATMs, armored car and cash-in-transit (CIT) personnel, ATM technicians, and other ATM crimes are all on the rise throughout the U.S.
Pima Federal and RBAZ Bancorp, Inc. Announce Acquisition Agreement for Republic Bank of Arizona
Tucson, Ariz.-based Pima Federal Credit Union and RBAZ Bancorp, Inc., the holding company of Republic Bank of Arizona, announced on May 16 that they have entered into a definitive agreement whereby Pima will purchase substantially all of the assets and assume substantially all of the liabilities of Republic Bank in an all-cash transaction.
First Tech Federal Credit Union Promotes Holly McHugh to General Counsel
First Tech Federal Credit Union announced the promotion of Holly McHugh to General Counsel, where she will lead the credit union’s Enterprise Governance & Legal Affairs (EGLA), Vendor Management, and Compliance teams.
Volunteerism Meets Advocacy at Spokane Chapter Event
The Spokane Chapter of Credit Unions hosted “Service & Advocacy Night,” an innovative event that blended advocacy, collaboration, and giving back to the community.
Frontier Credit Union Makes an Impact on Idaho Small Businesses
Frontier Credit Union began a lending program specifically for start-up businesses after seeing that the economic challenges from the pandemic were still weighing heavily on their local small business community. Since then, with the help of a grant from the GoWest Foundation, Frontier has helped 12 local start-ups with their quest for funding.
SELCO Community Credit Union Awards $77,500 in College Scholarships
SELCO Community Credit Union’s annual scholarship program received a record number of applications in 2024 after opening the program to continuing, vocational, and nontraditional students for the first time.
GoWest Solutions Announces Executives@Skamania Scholarship Winner Kendra Galloway
GoWest Solutions is pleased to announce the scholarship winner to the 2024 Executives@Skamania: Kendra Galloway, VP, Process & Partner Innovation, Climb Credit Union.
Colorado YCUP Supports Food Banks During Annual Giveback Day
The Colorado Young Credit Union Professionals (CYCUP) spearheaded a regional food drive on May 15, making a significant impact across the state.
Time Is Almost Up! Submit Your Nominations for the 2024 GoWest Awards by Friday!
Now is the time to nominate a credit union or credit union professional for one of the GoWest Awards categories so they can hear their name called at the MAXX 2024 Awards Dinner and Gala in October! Submit your nominations by May 31.
Celebrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with CU Pride
As an industry that prides itself on having a philosophy of People Helping People, it is no surprise that the Credit Union Movement has its own organization dedicated to promoting the visibility and voice of LGBTQ+ individuals within its ranks – CU Pride.
Vantage West Celebrates Golder Branch Grand Opening
Arizona-based Vantage West Credit Union celebrated the grand opening of its new branch located in Catalina, Ariz., on May 14.