Community Impact

Credit Unions Power New Affordable Housing Development in Puget Sound
Five Washington credit unions partnered with the Evergreen Impact Housing Fund on the Astra housing development in Renton, Wash.

Oregon Credit Unions Propel Over $448,000 in Economic Impact, Championing Financial Prosperity at Tax Time
A collaboration led by Unitus Community Credit Union and Trailhead Credit Union, in partnership with MFS CASH Oregon, has brought profound financial relief and empowerment to Oregonians.

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.

Azpire Builds a Bridge for Arizona’s Underbanked
Arizona Financial Credit Union has launched “Azpire,” a separate brand designed to help those who “operate outside of traditional banking systems.”

OnPoint Community Credit Union Awards $40,000 in Scholarships to Six Outstanding OSAA Seniors
OnPoint Community Credit Union and the Oregon School Activities Association announced six graduating Oregon seniors have been awarded scholarships totaling $40,000

Peninsula Credit Union Launches 100% Mortgage Program for Washington Families
Peninsula Credit Union has introduced a new home loan initiative designed to make homeownership more accessible to low- and moderate-income families in Washington.

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.

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.