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Learn, Share, and Grow with GoWest Councils in 2026
GoWest Councils bring together credit union professionals who understand the work firsthand, creating a space to exchange ideas, talk through real challenges, and build solutions that strengthen the cooperative system.
Grand Altitude Federal Credit Union Leads Workforce Housing Innovation with GoWest Foundation Grant
Grand Altitude Federal Credit Union has been awarded a planning grant from the GoWest Foundation to identify innovative workforce housing solutions in Lander, Wyo.
Cybersecurity in Credit Unions: A Shared Responsibility for a Trusted Future
As cyber threats grow more sophisticated and regulations become more complex, credit unions must evolve their approach to cybersecurity and be vigilant in monitoring for threats.
Lewis Clark Credit Union Spreads Holiday Cheer at Spokane Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital
LCCU is continuing its annual tradition of supporting Spokane Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital, helping bring comfort and joy to local families during the holiday season
CEO Co-Lab 2026: Leading the Future of the Movement — Together
On Jan. 7-9 in Phoenix, Ariz., credit union CEOs from across the country will gather for CEO Co-Lab, an exclusive leadership experience designed to explore the opportunities, pressures, and possibilities shaping the industry’s future.
Trailhead Credit Union Partners With Catalyst for New Payments Solutions
Catalyst announced its latest strategic partnership with Trailhead Credit Union to deliver instant and real-time payments and Catalyst’s advanced peer-to-peer (P2P) payment solution to Trailhead members.
$1 million Grant Helps Elevations Credit Union Ease the Path to Homeownership for Nearly 100 Coloradoans
With a nearly $1 million grant from the FHLBank Topeka – Affordable Housing Program and support from Elevations Credit Union, the Local Change Foundation has launched the Local Change Down Payment Assistance Program to help eligible residents afford their down payments.
Rivermark Community Credit Union Invests $150,000 in Sunshine Division Thanksgiving Meal Delivery
Rivermark Community Credit Union has made a three-year, $150,000 investment with longtime partner Sunshine Division, supporting their annual Thanksgiving Meal Delivery.
Where the Movement Meets: GoWest’s 2026 Programs & Events
As we prepare for 2026, the year ahead is already filled with exciting opportunities for connection, growth, and impact across the Credit Union Movement.
Building Trust Through Expertise: Credit Unions in the Media Spotlight
From practical money advice to timely economic insights, local outlets are turning to credit unions as credible voices who can help communities make informed financial decisions.
Tools to Prepare Boards for the Future of Credit Union Leadership
Resources designed to equip members of boards of directors with what they need to serve effectively and stay ahead of emerging expectations.
Fuel Your 2026 Strategy with GoWest Foundation Grant Funding
The GoWest Foundation’s grant program is designed specifically to empower credit unions across the region to deepen their impact in the communities they serve.
AI-Driven Elder Fraud: Deepfakes; The Newest Threat
AI-driven elder fraud involves scams that use artificial intelligence to make attacks against older adults more convincing, harder to detect, and easier to carry out on a large scale.
Rethinking Digital Strategy: Designing for Growth
By Origence Digital convenience has become the new standard. From ordering dinner with a swipe to managing investments through intuitive […]
Climb Credit Union Takes Home 10 Awards at the 2025 MAC Awards
Climb Credit Union earned top honors at the 2025 Marketing Association of Credit Unions (MAC) Awards, taking home ten awards at the annual ceremony.
77th Annual ICU Day Brings Washington Credit Unions Together for Community Service
In celebration of the 77th annual International Credit Union (ICU) Day on Oct. 16, credit unions across Washington came together to make a difference in their communities.
Celebrating Our 2025 Top of the Hill Award Winners
The award celebrates credit unions that demonstrate exceptional growth and leadership in advocacy, grassroots engagement, and public policy influence to protect and advance the credit union movement.
Faster Payments, Faster Criminals: Guarding Against Cybercrime in an Instant Payments World
Real-time payment systems and money transfer apps are making the movement of money quicker and easier than ever before – but their speed, finality and always-on availability are proving to be extremely attractive to scammers.
Hughes Federal Credit Union Tops $2 Million in Donations to Support Southern Arizona Libraries
Hughes Federal Credit Union has surpassed $2 million in total donations to Friends of the Library organizations across Southern Arizona.
The Road to a Stronger Credit Union Movement: A Message from ACU’s New President & CEO Scott Simpson
A message from Scott Simpson, America’s Credit Unions new president/CEO
What Credit Unions Can Learn from Alternative Lenders: Lisa Servon from the MAXX 2025 Mainstage
Speaking from the MAXX 2025 mainstage, Lisa Servon challenged credit unions to better understand why the 25 million unbanked and underbanked households in the U.S. often feel that traditional institutions don’t serve them well.