Community Impact
First Tech Federal Credit Union Launches Spotlight on Tech Initiative
First Tech Federal Credit Union announced its new “Spotlight on Tech” initiative as part of the First Tech Beyond program where each […]
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.
Gesa Credit Union Awards More Than $145,000 in Scholarships to 43 Students Across the Pacific Northwest
Gesa has awarded more than $1.2 million in scholarships to students who have active student loans, are entering college for the first time, are continuing to pursue higher education, or are interns in the credit union’s High School Credit Union Program.
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
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.
Twelve PNW Credit Unions Band Together for Credit Union for Kids Member Fundraising Campaign
Twelve Oregon and Southwest Washington credit unions announced they are joining forces for a collaborative Credit Unions for Kids (CU4Kids) member campaign to fundraise for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
SELCO Community Credit Union Awards $77,500 to 21 Oregon Students Through Annual Scholarship Program
SELCO Community Credit Union awarded $77,500 in scholarships to 21 students throughout Oregon as part of its annual scholarship program.
Local Change Foundation Awards Colorado Students $120,000 in Scholarships
The Local Change Foundation awarded $120,000 in scholarships to 24 soon-to-be Colorado high school graduates, the largest amount the foundation has awarded in one year.
Colorado Credit Union Brings Real-World Financial Education to Local Students
This spring, Colorado Credit Union hosted three Bite of Reality events at partner schools, providing nearly 100 students with valuable financial skills that will last a lifetime.
Turn Ideas into Impact: Learn How to Leverage GoWest Foundation Grants on June 4
GoWest Foundation is hosting a virtual session, Investing in Impact: Your Guide to GoWest Foundation Grants, on June 4.
Westerra Credit Union Marks Financial Literacy Milestone With Day of Service
Demonstrating its commitment to community empowerment and financial education, Colo.-based Westerra Credit Union commemorated National Volunteer Month in April with a company-wide event dubbed “VolunTerra.”
Fibre Federal Credit Union Supports Animal Shelters Through Cash Club Cares Program
Fibre Federal Credit Union helps children save money and save homeless animals with the Cash Club Cares Program.
Tucson Credit Unions Win BLOOM Award for Developing a Collaborative Housing Solution
The Community Foundation of Southern Arizona honored Tucson Credit Unions with its 2025 Bold Aspirations BLOOM Award for the Tucson Welcome Home Program, which addresses one of the region’s most critical issues – affordable housing.
Hughes Federal Credit Union Launches New Debit Card Supporting Local Wildlife
Hughes Federal Credit Union recently launched its newest debit card, the “Quail Trail,” featuring exclusive artwork by renowned Tucson, Ariz., artist Diana Madaras.
Unitus Community Credit Union Hosts First Annual Earth Day Celebration
Unitus Community Credit Union and several community partners celebrated collaborative sustainability efforts at the credit union’s first annual Earth Day Celebration.
BECU’s 2024 Annual Report: Growing its Commitment to Serving Members and Communities
BECU released its 2024 Annual Report to members, in which the credit union highlights that it ended the year strong.
Peninsula Credit Union Gives Students a “Bite of Reality”
Wash.-based Peninsula Credit Union recently hosted a Bite of Reality financial fair for freshmen and seniors from Shelton High School using the financial game app.
Elevations Credit Union Donates $10,000 to Alliance for Suicide Prevention
Elevations Credit Union, which serves communities along Colorado’s Front Range, recently announced a donation of $10,000 to the Alliance for Suicide Prevention of Larimer County.
Maps Credit Union Brings Bite of Reality to Oregon’s Jefferson High School
On April 30, students at Jefferson High School in Jefferson, Ore., participated in Bite of Reality, a dynamic financial literacy simulation hosted by Maps Credit Union.
Gesa Credit Union Partners with CHAS Health Foundation to Support Healthcare Workers in the Pacific Northwest
Gesa Credit Union announced a new three-year partnership with the CHAS Health Foundation to support the frontline healthcare professionals who serve communities across the Pacific Northwest.
First Tech Federal Credit Union and Learn Fresh Bring STEM Programming to Portland Students with Support of Trail Blazers, Timbers, and Thorns
A partnership between First Tech and Learn Fresh will provide a continuum of STEM learning offerings to students across the region connecting to their passions in sports.