Colorado

Fitzsimons Credit Union Values Lifelong Learning by Awarding Scholarships to Local Students
Fitzsimons Credit Union believes that education has the power to transform communities and recently shared the 2025 recipients of the Sandra B. Neves Scholarship.

Credit Unions Continue to Step into the Media Spotlight Across the GoWest Region
Credit unions in the GoWest region are becoming go-to voices in the media for timely financial insight.

New CUDEs Find Pride and Purpose in Their Credit Union Journey
In June, 54 credit union leaders from across the U.S., including five from the GoWest region, were designated as Credit Union Development Educators after completing the National Credit Union Foundation’s signature Development Education program.

Premier Member Credit Union and Meritrust Credit Union Announce Merger Approval
Kansas-based Meritrust Credit Union’s membership voted in favor of the proposed merger with Colo.-based Premier Member Credit Union following a membership vote which concluded on July 28, 2025.

Record-Breaking $2.134 Million Raised at 25th Annual Northwest Classic Golf Tournament
On July 21, credit unions, industry partners, and supporters teed off for the 25th annual Credit Unions for Kids Northwest Classic.

Minnequa Works Credit Union Hits a High Note for the Community and Is Recognized as Top Fundraiser at United Way Event
Minnequa Works Credit Union proudly took center stage — both literally and figuratively — at this year’s “On The Hook Karaoke Fundraiser,” hosted by the United Way of Pueblo County.

Sharpen Your Advocacy Skills — Join GoWest’s Free Virtual Advocacy Training, Aug. 13–14
Join GoWest Credit Union Association for a free, two-part virtual Advocacy 101 Training workshop on Aug. 13–14.

Ent Credit Union’s Free Financial Coaching Program Empowers Coloradans
Ent Credit Union is proud to offer its members and the wider Colorado community free, one-on-one financial coaching to help them build stronger financial futures.

Elevations Credit Union Appoints New Chief Experience Officer and SVP of People
Elevations Credit Union announced Tammy Teitscheid has been appointed to Chief Experience Officer and Kathleen Hoxworth has been promoted to Senior Vice President, People.

NuVista Federal Credit Union Creates the DREAM Share Certificate To Help Kids Reach Their Dreams
NuVista Federal Credit Union recently announced a new savings product, the DREAM Share Certificate for kids ages 17 and under.

Partnering for Rural Progress: GoWest Foundation Rural Access Grants Brings Ideas to Life
The GoWest Foundation’s Rural Access to Financial Services Grants are designed to empower credit unions to better understand the needs, opportunities, and challenges within rural populations.

Paying It Forward, One Student at a Time: Westerra Credit Union Awards $42,500 In Scholarships to Local High School Graduates
Westerra Credit Union partnered with the Mapleton Education Foundation and Jefferson County Administrators’ Association to grant $42,500 in scholarships.

Ent CEO Chad Graves Named One of Colorado’s Most Influential Leaders by Denver Business Journal
Chad Graves, President and CEO of Ent Credit Union, has been named to the Denver Business Journal’s Power Book class of 2025

Colorado Credit Union Partners with Boys & Girls Clubs to Bring Financial Literacy to Families
Colorado Credit Union partnered with Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver in June to host a free, hands-on Family Financial Education Night at the Shopneck Club in Brighton, Colo.

From Branch to Broadcast: Credit Unions Become Trusted Voices in the Media
By offering expert commentary on everyday money matters, credit unions are not only providing valuable guidance but also reinforcing their presence as trusted, community-focused financial resources.

Elevations Credit Union Bolsters Financial Wellness of Ski and Snowboard Instructors
Professional Ski Instructors of America-American Association of Snowboard Instructors and Elevations Credit Union announced a new sponsorship agreement.

Elevations Credit Union Supports Local Teachers with Initiatives and Resources
Elevations Credit Union recently launched a series of initiatives to show appreciation for local educators, supporting staff in two Colorado school districts.

Colorado Credit Union Empowers Foster Youth Through New Financial Literacy Program
Colorado Credit Union recently launched the Fund Your Future Financial Literacy Program, a new initiative created to advance economic mobility for young adults with lived experience in the foster care system

Minnequa Works Credit Union Celebrates Grand Opening of New Branch in Pueblo West
Minnequa Works Credit Union marked a major milestone with the grand opening of its newest branch location in Pueblo West, Colo., on May 21

Ent Credit Union Awards $300,000 YES Grants to Colorado Nonprofits
Ent Credit Union has awarded its 2025 Youth Endowment Services (YES) Grants totaling $300,000 to 116 standout nonprofits that are making a meaningful impact on youth across Colorado.

Ten Elevations Credit Union Mortgage Loan Officers Rank in 2025 Scotsman Guide
Elevations Credit Union announced that 10 team members have been recognized as Top Mortgage Loan Officers in the 2025 Scotsman Guide.