Oregon
CU4Kids Appoints Rivermark Community Credit Union’s CIO Seth Schaefer to National Credit Union Advisory Board
Credit Unions for Kids recently announced the appointment of Seth Schaefer, EVP and Chief Impact Officer at Rivermark Community Credit Union, to its national Advisory Board.
Three Oregon Classrooms Get Makeovers Thanks to SELCO Community Credit Union
The three winners receive as much as $15,000 apiece to transform their learning spaces from SELCO Community Credit Union’s regional Classroom Makeover program.
Oregon & SW Washington Nonprofits Receive $3.8 Million from OnPoint Community Credit Union in 2024
OnPoint Community Credit Union donated a record-breaking $3.8 million to 331 nonprofits in Oregon and Southwest Washington in 2024. This year’s donations focused on diversity, equity and inclusion, financial education, food and shelter, environmental stewardship, and youth services.
Credit Union Chapters Inspire, Empower, and Have Fun in 2024
In 2024, Credit Union Chapters played a pivotal role in fostering collaboration, leadership, and innovation within the six-state GoWest region.
Unitus Community Credit Union Celebrates a Record $744,866 in Community Giving in 2024
Unitus Community Credit Union reached a record $744,866 in community contributions in 2024, supporting nonprofits addressing critical needs
A Force for Good: First Tech’s Giving Contribution Exceeds $3.5 Million
First Tech Federal Credit Union announced, in honor of Giving Tuesday, that it has contributed more than $3.5 million in 2024 to over 100 nonprofit organizations across Oregon, Washington, and California.
iQ Credit Union Breaks Ground for New Ridgefield, Wash., Branch and Expands into Sherwood, Ore.
IQ Credit Union announced that it broke ground on its new Ridgefield, Wash., branch and plans for a branch in Sherwood, Ore.
Quarterback Dillon Gabriel Teams Up with Unitus Community Credit Union for Giving Tuesday
In celebration of “Giving Tuesday” on Dec. 3, Unitus Community Credit Union and quarterback Dillon Gabriel made a $2,500 donation to Kidsports of Eugene, Ore.
Driving Collective Impact: Three Credit Union Leaders Join the GoWest Foundation Board
The GoWest Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of three new credit union leaders to the Foundation Board.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Promotes Damian Laviolette to Chief Information Officer
OnPoint Community Credit Union announced the promotion of technology and cybersecurity expert Damian Laviolette to Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer.
Columbia Credit Union McKibbin Legacy Classic Raises Astonishing $174,847 for Nonprofits
The 8th annual Columbia Credit Union McKibbin Legacy Classic, a charity golf tournament organized by Columbia Credit Union that pays tribute to the late John McKibbin, raised $174,847 for community nonprofit organizations.
GoWest Credit Unions Awarded $2.7 Million in CDFI Technical Assistance Awards
The 2024 CDFI Program Technical Assistance Awards were announced on Nov. 21, and nine credit unions in the GoWest region received the maximum award of $300,000 each, totaling $2.7 million in awards heading to the six-state region.
SELCO Community Credit Union Awards Nearly $82,000 in Creative Educator Grants
SELCO Community Credit Union has awarded nearly $82,000 to 44 educators representing schools from across Oregon as part of SELCO’s expanded Creative Educator Grants program, which is designed for K-12 educators with creative classroom ideas.
Unitus Community Credit Union Awards Community Impact Grant to Economic Development Nonprofit
Unitus Community Credit Union, in partnership with Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines, announced Business Impact Northwest will receive a $100,000 grant from Unitus and the FHLB Des Moines Member Impact Fund.
iQ Credit Union Ranks 6th in Philanthropy Awards & Announces Community Grants
iQ Credit Union recently announced its recent 6th place ranking in the Portland Business Journal’s Philanthropy Awards and new grants awarded through the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines Member Impact Fund
Fibre Federal Credit Union Wins Inaugural Cobalt Barrier Breaker Award
Fibre Federal Credit Union received the Jack Henry Barrier Breaker Cobalt Award for their successful Money Builder Share Certificate program.
Unitus Community Credit Union Named a Top Philanthropic Corporation in the Portland Metro Area
Unitus Community Credit Union has been named the fifth most philanthropic large corporation in the Portland Metro Area by the Portland Business Journal.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Awards FinAbility $100K for Financial Education for Domestic Abuse Survivors
OnPoint Community Credit Union announced on Oct. 30 a $100,000 award to FinAbility, a Portland nonprofit providing financial education to survivors of domestic abuse.
Voting Opens for SELCO Community Credit Union’s Classroom Makeovers: Up to $45,000 in Awards Available
SELCO is inviting Oregonians to cast a vote of a different kind — for their favorite classroom makeover project among nine finalists. The online public vote will decide three winning educators for a Regional Classroom Makeover.
iQ Credit Union Earns Spot Among Top Workplaces in Oregon for 2024
Ranking 23rd this year among mid-sized companies, this is iQ’s ninth year in a row on the list – a reflection of their ongoing commitment to creating a great place to work.
Fibre Federal Credit Union & TLC’s Communities First Program Supports Local Colleges and Hospitals
Fibre Federal Credit Union and TLC announced the continuation of its Communities First Program, a multi-year sponsorship for community colleges and hospitals within the 11 Washington and Oregon counties it serves.
