Community Impact
Numerica Credit Union Honored By Girl Scouts With Echo Award
Numerica Credit Union was recognized as the 2025 Echo Award honoree at the Girl Scouts Sweets Before Supper event in Spokane, Wash., on March 8.
Local Change Foundation Granted Nearly $1 million to Help Coloradans Afford Mortgage Down Payments
The Local Change Foundation, formerly known as Elevations Foundation, has received a grant of nearly $1 million from the FHLBank Topeka – Affordable Housing Program to help Colorado residents achieve home ownership.
InRoads Credit Union Donates Nearly $160,000 to Schools and Community Organizations in 2024
InRoads Credit Union, in partnership with its members and employees, contributed $159,891 to 52 local, charitable organizations and schools in 2024.
Bo Nix Brings Smiles to Children in Colorado Springs as Part of Broncos’ Unique Partnership With Ent Credit Union
The “Ent-erceptions” program culminated with a special visit to Children’s Hospital Colorado, Colorado Springs by Broncos quarterback and Ent partner Bo Nix.
Tucson Federal Credit Union Supports the PACC Pet Parade Celebrating Community, Compassion, and Pet Protection
Tucson Federal Credit Union is proud to participate as a sponsor in the 4th annual Tucson Subaru Pets of Pima Parade on March 2.
$11,972 Donated to Local Food Banks by Great NorthWest Federal Credit Union
In 2024 through fundraising efforts, Great NorthWest raised $11,972 that will be equally distributed between eight local food banks.
First Tech Unveils “First Tech Beyond” Program, Partnering With Portland’s Four Professional Sports Teams to Revolutionize Fan Engagement for Members
First Tech Federal Credit Union recently announced “First Tech Beyond,”a unified program that brings together its sponsorships – including Portland Timbers, Thorns, the city’s new WNBA team and the Trail Blazers.
Solarity Credit Union Employees Donate 1,255 Volunteer Hours and More Than $10,000 to Local Non-Profits in 2024
Solarity Credit Union delivered $10,965 in employee donations to Yakima Humane Society, YWCA Yakima, Yakima Valley Partners Habitat for Humanity, and United Way of Central Washington.
Credit Union West Fosters Workforce Development and Entrepreneurialism Through WestVentures
To support the need for workforce development in the Phoenix area, Credit Union West has collaborated with the Pendergast Elementary School District and the Glendale Chamber of Commerce to launch WestVentures, an entrepreneurial center focused on skill-building and career growth.
Unitus Community Credit Union Announces Partnership with The Wetlands Conservancy
Unitus Community Credit Union has a new partnership with The Wetlands Conservancy to support the preservation and care of invaluable wetlands ecosystems.
Introducing Marketing Tools To Share Credit Unions’ Positive Impacts
Credit union marketers are critically important in getting the word out to Main Street. GoWest has created an online toolkit to help them share the good news about credit unions’ positive impacts.
Fibre Federal Credit Union Empowered Communities with $240,000 in Grants
Fibre Federal Credit Union utilized a strategic partnership with Visa to distribute nearly a quarter million dollars in grants to community partners in 2024.
Cottonwood Community Federal Credit Union Donates Generously to Local Food Banks
Cottonwood Community Federal Credit Union, serving members across Idaho and Lewis counties, launched a successful donation drive to support local food banks.
Fibre Federal Credit Union Raises More Than $62,000 for Doernbecher Children’s Hospital in 2024
Fibre Federal’s Doernbecher Days in 2024 yielded $25,100 in donations and 650 plush llamas were purchased and donated back to young patients.
The Data Credit Unions Need to Celebrate Their Impact
New Economic and Community Impact Reports are ready for credit union in the GoWest region to use to advocate for priority legislation in statehouses and in Washington, D.C.
Mid Oregon Credit Union Pioneers Workforce Housing Land Acquisition Fund
Mid Oregon Credit Union is stepping up to address the critical shortage of workforce housing in Bend, Ore., by working with local partners and partnering with the GoWest Foundation to create the Workforce Housing Land Acquisition Fund.
LCCU Pays Down Student Lunch Balances, Easing Burden for Local Families
Lewis Clark Credit Union (LCCU) is stepping up to help families across the region by paying off or significantly reducing outstanding student lunch balances in local school districts.
Colorado Credit Union Reaches Over 400 Future Financial Leaders Through Bite of Reality Events
In 2024, Littleton, Colo.-based Colorado Credit Union expanded its commitment to financial education by hosting seven Bite of Reality events across three partner schools, engaging more than 400 total students.
Fibre Federal Credit Union and TLC Make the Season Bright for Foster Children
Fibre Federal Credit Union and TLC hosted Christmas Tag programs in their financial services centers to benefit children in foster programs.
Gesa Credit Union Expands Affinity Debit Card Program: Every Card Now Supports Local Organizations
All Gesa debit cards now support local causes and organizations, allowing every member to make a meaningful impact with their everyday purchases.
Join the GoWest Foundation in Helping Our Credit Union Community Impacted by the LA Fires
Credit unions and credit union associations are coming together across the nation to support those affected by the catastrophic wildfires sweeping Los Angeles County.