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WECU Hosts Bite of Reality Events to Teach Students Real World Financial Skills
Washington-based WECU hosted two Bite of Reality events at Bellingham High School and Shuksan Middle School in Bellingham. The events saw more than 90 enthusiastic teens participate.
Workforce Housing Info Session Offers Valuable Insights
GoWest Foundation hosted a Workforce Housing Information Session to highlight foundation grants and current credit union collaborations focused on meeting housing needs in communities across the region.
Don’t Miss Executives@Skamania August 6-8 in the Beautiful Columbia River Gorge
GoWest’s Executives@Skamania is less than two months away, and there is still time to register for this premier retreat that brings together CEOs and their executive teams to engage in powerful conversations on what it takes to succeed in today’s world.
Advance Your CU Journey Through YP Leads at MAXX 2024
If you are a young professional who is passionate about the Credit Union Movement and looking to elevate your career through networking, mentoring, and education opportunities, YP Leads is for you. The deadline to apply is June 14.
The Foundation Breakfast at MAXX 2024: Rise & Shine for a Morning Celebration
On Oct. 16, the GoWest Foundation will be hosting the annual Foundation Breakfast at MAXX 2024. During this signature MAXX event, we will honor the incredible work that credit unions and the foundation have accomplished together over the past year.
Frontier Credit Union Makes an Impact on Idaho Small Businesses
Frontier Credit Union began a lending program specifically for start-up businesses after seeing that the economic challenges from the pandemic were still weighing heavily on their local small business community. Since then, with the help of a grant from the GoWest Foundation, Frontier has helped 12 local start-ups with their quest for funding.
Don’t Hesitate! Register for Executives@Skamania Today
Join credit union executives from across the region at GoWest’s Executives@Skamania for two days of learning, networking, and fun!
Learn How the GoWest Foundation Can Support Your Credit Union Housing Initiatives
GoWest Foundation is hosting a virtual session on June 13 from 1-2:30 p.m. PT / 2-3:30 p.m. MT to discuss solutions to workforce housing initiatives.
GoWest Announces Credit Union Partners for Exciting, New Small Business Resiliency Loan Program
In a collaborative effort between the GoWest Foundation, 13 credit unions, and 30 nonprofits, the SBRL program officially launched, kicking off a first-of-its-kind partnership to support small businesses in Washington.
GoWest Solutions Announces Advanced Leadership Program Scholarship Winner Neda Milani
GoWest Solutions announces the scholarship winner to the 2024 Advanced Leadership Program: Neda Milani, Lending/Collections Manager, Credit Union of the Rockies.
GoWest Foundation Disaster Relief: Rallying Together in Times of Crisis
The GoWest Foundation Disaster Relief Fund is a demonstration of the cooperative spirit credit unions are known for. Donations to the fund provide support for credit unions, employees, and volunteers impacted by natural disasters.
GoWest Solutions Announces Leadership Institute Scholarship Winner Jamie Gaffney
GoWest Solutions proudly announces the 2024 scholarship winners to the 2024 Leadership Institute, Advanced Leadership Program, and Executives@Skamania.
NCUA 2024 Community Development Revolving Loan Fund Grant Applications Open May 1
The NCUA recently announced that Low-Income Designated Credit Unions eligible for the Community Development Revolving Loan Fund grants in 2024 can apply between May 1 and July 1.
More Than 4,000 Students Take a Bite of Reality for #CUYouthMonth
As we celebrate #CUYouthMonth and Financial Literacy Month this April, credit unions are stepping up to showcase their commitment to financial education by hosting 36 (and counting!) Bite of Reality Fairs that will impact more than 4,000 high school students.
Applications Open for Colorado’s Brayman-Beach Scholarship
The GoWest Credit Union Foundation is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for consideration for the 2024 Brayman-Beach Scholarship.
GoWest Foundation Invites Credit Unions to Participate in Unique Washington Credit Building Pilot Program
The GoWest Foundation is initiating a Request for Credit Union Participation to solicit applications from eligible credit unions interested in […]
Lending a Hand When Disaster Strikes
In the aftermath of devastating wildfires, STCU, the GoWest Foundation, and other credit unions take action to support communities.
Colorado Credit Union Hosts Bite of Reality Events
Students in Jefferson County experienced what it is like to make the financial decisions that adults make every day.
Communities in Six States to Benefit from Merger of Two Powerful Organizations
This significant milestone marks the increased capability of two not-for-profit organizations coming together with the intention and resources to propel the credit union community forward.
Elevate Your Team’s Growth with GoWest Foundation Scholarships
As your credit union weighs its training budget for the year, remember the Foundation offers scholarship funding exclusively for members.