Advocacy on the Move

Horizon’s New Home Loan Campaign Makes Home Buyers’ Future Less Hazy
Nobody knows for certain where rates will go, but Horizon is helping make the home buyer’s future less uncertain.

Credit Unions Bring A Ray of Light to the Arizona Capitol
Arizona credit union advocates weren’t going to let a little rain dampen their spirits.

Horizon Credit Union Creative Team Creates Original Mural for Spokane HOPE
This was a special opportunity for our creative team to give back in a unique way that helps beautify the city.

YCUP PDX Hosting Networking Happy Hour
Join YCUP PDX for their first event of 2023 in Portland! This is a free event that is open to all passionate professionals in the credit union movement.

Cooperative Spirit Among Credit Unions in Southern Colorado
Pueblo Area Chapter of Credit Unions Celebrates Annual Meeting

Mid Oregon Recognized for its Community Stewardship
The credit union was the recipient of the 2023 Business Excellence Award for Community Stewardship among large organizations.

First Tech FCU Promotes Kelly Corah to President of Addison Avenue
Corah will report directly to First Tech President and CEO Greg Mitchell as she leads the investment program sales, compliance, and client engagement functions, as well as the activities of the insurance agency, First Tech Insurance Services.

Vantage West Credit Union Paid Off $27,000 in Student Lunch Debt
Vantage West leadership presented Tucson Unified School District with a check for $27,230.40 to pay off the outstanding fall 2022 student lunch debt.

InRoads Credit Union Names Stephanie Rollins as New Chief Lending Officer
Rollins holds over 20 years of experience in consumer, mortgage, and commercial lending.

InRoads Launches a No Overdraft Fee Checking Account
INcredible Checking is purpose-built for younger folks who may need a little extra cushion before payday or who have little to no financial experience or credit.

Oregon Credit Unions Introduce Financial Education Legislation with Bipartisan Support
Senate Bill 3 was enthusiastically received as hundreds of advocates fanned out to meet with their lawmakers last week, during the Oregon Credit Union Day at the Capitol.

OnPoint Community Credit Union Now Accepting Nominations for Outstanding Educators Schools Making an Impact
The 14th annual OnPoint Prize for Excellence in Education will recognize inspiring educators and schools with cash prizes—including paying the […]

In Olympia, Credit Union Day at the Capitol is a Family Reunion
A turnout of 200 credit union advocates shared their part of credit unions’ $7.5 billion economic impact with Washington legislatures.

First Tech Enters Multi-Year Sponsorship of Iconic Hood To Coast Event
The annual event held in August draws over 19,000 participants from over 40 countries and across all 50 states and has sold out for 35 consecutive years.

YCUP PDX Announces New Board Members for 2023
YCUP PDX is excited to announce its newest additions to the YCUP PDX Board of Directors for 2023!

Oregon Cooperatives Collaborate to Host Legislators
Engaging the community and lawmakers, this event has become a long-standing display of the Credit Union Difference.

How Credit Unions are Offering Free Tax Preparation to Qualified Individuals
The program offers free tax return support to people who generally make $60,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their tax returns.

Valley Credit Union Gives Back $1 Million
The majority of the credit union’s members – 75% – received an ownership dividend and the average payout was $52.74.

Kevin Cole Assumes Duties as Mid Oregon Credit Union’s President & CEO
Cole replaces long-time CEO Bill Anderson who retired at the end of 2022, completing a distinguished 32-year career of service to Mid Oregon and the Central Oregon community.

InRoads Credit Union Gives Back Over $161,000 to the Community
Donations included over $100,000 to local schools, $45,816 to non-profit organizations, $5,000 to college bound students and 625 random acts of kindness.