STCU

STCU Pledges $350,000 To Assist with Food Security

The credit union has set aside at least $300,000 for surprise donations to dozens of food assistance programs throughout Eastern Washington, North Idaho, and Northeastern Oregon.

Stefanie Robinson Promoted to SVP of Member Experience at Horizon Credit Union

Horizon Credit Union, which serves members in Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and Montana, announced the promotion of Stefanie Robinson to Senior Vice President of Member Experience.

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. 

Unitus Community Credit Union Named a Top Five Most Philanthropic Corporation & Wins Award for Educator Pipeline Partnership

Unitus Community Credit Union has been named the fifth most philanthropic large corporation in the Portland metro area by the Portland Business Journal.

Game On for Financial Smarts: Fibre Federal Credit Union Launches Scan & Score Challenge in Local High Schools

Fibre Federal Credit Union recently launched its Scan & Score Challenge, a new community-partnership initiative designed to promote financial literacy in local high schools through a fun and engaging format.

Columbia Credit Union Invests $100,000 in PeaceHealth’s Vision for Whole-Person Care

Columbia Credit Union has donated $100,000 to PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center Foundation’s transformative Healthcare Reimagined Campaign

OnPoint Community CU

OnPoint Community Credit Union Expands Field of Membership in Southwest Washington

OnPoint Community Credit Union recently announced it is expanding its field of membership in Southwest Washington to better serve its members.

Rivermark Community Fund Awards $30,000 Grant to Bienestar for Affordable Housing

The Rivermark Community Fund has directed its 2025 grant of $30,000 to Bienestar, the Hillsboro-based nonprofit providing safe, stable, and affordable housing for Latinx individuals, immigrants, and families.

Gesa Credit Union

Gesa Credit Union Awards More Than $528,000 Through Local Heroes Grant Program

Gesa Credit Union has awarded more than $528,000 to 52 organizations across the Pacific Northwest as part of its 2025 Local Heroes Grant Program.

Unitus Community Credit Union and Western Oregon University Celebrate Future Bilingual Educators

Unitus Community Credit Union hosted its fourth annual Coffee and Connection gathering at Western Oregon University, bringing together six students from its dedicated Bilingual Teacher Scholars cohort for a morning of recognition, encouragement, and community.

Deadline Extended to Nov. 5 for 2026 Committee Nominations

This is your final chance to lend your expertise and leadership by serving on a GoWest 2026 Committee, Advisory Group, or Working Group. Submit your nomination by Wednesday, Nov. 5.

Fibre Federal Celebrates Leader’s Completion of the CUDE Program

Fibre Federal Credit Union shared that its Marketing & Community Development Manager, Crystal Garrison, successfully completed the Credit Union Development Education program.

Gesa Credit Union Team Spends 2,177 Hours Volunteering During Annual Day of Service

On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Oct. 13, Gesa closed the majority of its branches so that more than 490 team members could step out of the office and into their local communities.

Forrit Credit Union Announces Wendy Russell as Interim CEO

Forrit Credit Union has announced that Justin Olson will be stepping down from the role of Chief Executive Officer/President, effective Oct. 31, 2025.

Southwest Washington Chapter of Credit Unions Hosts Annual Legislative Dinner

On Sept. 19, the Southwest Washington Chapter of Credit Unions hosted their Legislative Dinner, joining together Chapter members, credit union leaders, and local legislators.

Committee Nominations Due Oct. 24 – Be a Voice for the Credit Union Movement in 2026

This is your final chance to lend your expertise and leadership by serving on a GoWest 2026 Committee, Advisory Group, or Working Group.

Top Workplaces Oregonian 2025

iQ Credit Union Earns 2025 Top Workplace Honors

iQ Credit Union was recognized once again as one of the Oregonian’s 2025 Top Workplaces in Oregon and Southwest Washington.

STCU Reaches a Milestone with Opening of Its 50th Branch

In a year of significant milestones, STCU is poised to reach another with the opening of its 50th branch location.

Mid Oregon Credit Union Honored with a 2025 Top Workplaces Award

Mid Oregon Credit Union has been awarded a 2025 Top Workplaces honor by The Oregonian Top Workplaces — the fourth consecutive year the financial institution has received this award.

OnPoint Community Credit Union Partners with Portland State University’s School of Business

OnPoint Community Credit Union announced a new partnership with The School of Business at Portland State University, designed to help prepare students for a successful career.

Government Shutdown: What Credit Unions Need to Know

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