GoWest Foundation
Tucson-Area Credit Unions Launch “Tucson Welcome Home” Program
Six Tucson-area credit unions and the GoWest Foundation announced a new way to make the dream of homeownership a reality for first-time homebuyers in Tucson. The newly launched Tucson Welcome Home program offers zero down payment assistance – 100% financing for first-time buyers – and supports individuals and families looking to transition from renting to owning their own homes.
Join the GoWest Foundation in Helping Our Credit Union Community Impacted by Hurricane Helene
In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, credit unions and credit union associations are coming together across the nation to support those affected.
BSA Officer Training: A Not-to-Be Missed In-Person OR Virtual Event
GoWest’s Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering Rules Update, on Sept. 12 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. MT (8 a.m.-3 p.m. PT), is designed to provide BSA officers, credit union compliance officers, and CEOs/managers with important information, updates, and best practices related to the Bank Secrecy Act and other anti-money laundering rules and regulations.
A Little Help From Your Friends – Scholarships Available for MAXX 2024!
MAXX 2024 is GoWest’s most anticipated event of the year. The GoWest Foundation offers scholarships to help make sure you can join us at MAXX.
Wildfire Season Is Here: GoWest Foundation Disaster Relief Fund Can Help In Times of Crisis
The GoWest Foundation Disaster Relief Fund was created to provide support for credit unions, employees, and volunteers impacted by natural disasters across Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming.
A Morning Celebration at the MAXX Foundation Breakfast
On Wednesday, Oct. 16, the GoWest Foundation will be hosting the annual Foundation Breakfast at MAXX 2024 starting at 7 a.m. The incredible work that credit unions and the foundation have accomplished together over the past year will be honored and celebrated at this MAXX signature event.
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.