Advocacy News

GoWest Fall Hike the Hill Adds Support for CU Modernization Legislation
A delegation of Young Professionals joined advocates from all six states for the successful event.

Idaho Credit Union Leader Seeks FHLB Des Moines Board Position
Credit unions in the GoWest region all win when peers serve on important industry boards or advisory councils.

GoWest Regulatory Advocacy Celebrates Win for Credit Unions
NCUA guidance eliminates prescriptive DOR requirement from exam manual.

Advocacy Training Ignites Credit Union Movement Passion
Across six GoWest states, training attendees are now ready for meetings with state and federal policymakers.

PPP Loan Leads to Sweet Relationship, Prompts Congressional Visit
During the pandemic, Landings Credit Union became a vetted SBA lender, supporting 124 small businesses — catching Arizona Representative Greg Stanton’s attention.

Credit Union Messaging Greets Thousands of Lawmakers in Denver
During the nation’s largest bipartisan gathering of state legislators, GoWest strategically launched a credit union advertising campaign throughout the city.

Credit Union Collaboration Leads to Development of Washington’s First Land Bank
How a GoWest Foundation grant, credit union collaboration, and advocacy are driving affordable housing solutions in Spokane.

Support CULAC Awareness Month to Amplify Credit Union Advocacy
CULAC helps elect credit union-friendly political candidates with an even more unified and influential voice through your new six-state association.

Ready. Set. Go Forward with the Advocacy Model of the Future
GoWest’s six-state footprint enhances effectiveness in the beltway and in every state capitol.

First Six-State Spring ‘Hike the Hill’ Gets Results
Advocates bolstered support for federal legislation and met with NCUA directors.

Level Up Your Advocacy Skills to Build Relationships and Break Barriers
On July 20-21, join this free advocacy training to learn what it means to be a credit union advocate and use your voice to move the needle on key legislation.

New Member Business Loan Rule Takes Effect in Oregon
As a result of advocacy, credit unions have more options to help Main Street businesses.