Oregon

Unitus Community Credit Union Becomes First Pacific Northwest CU to Launch Spanish ChatBot
The credit union’s website is available in both languages.

Rogue CU, Pacific Crest FCU and TAPCO CU Approved for CDFI Certification
The three Pacific Northwest credit unions were among the first in the nation to be approved.

Oregon Credit Union Act Update Legislation Passes
HB3200A passed both the House and Senate and now heads to Gov. Tina Kotek’s desk for her signature.

OnPoint Donates $100,000 Across Four Local Environmental Organizations
The four $25,000 investments are part of OnPoint’s Green Horizons initiative.

Forrit Credit Union Hosts Bite of Reality for Graduating Students
The credit union held a 4-week workshop on financial education for students before they head to college.

InRoads Credit Union Selects Nathan Cox as President and CEO
Cox has over 35 years of business and professional experience, primarily in the financial services industry.

Unitus Community CU and New Zealand-based First Credit Union Share Insight in Exchange Program
Megan Snyder, AVP of strategic partnerships, and Rose Halford, AVP of training and strategic implementation, spent one week in the country.

Over $38 Million Awarded to CUs and $3.5 Million Still Available
CDFI Equitable Recovery Program award recipients announced, along with an NCUA grant opportunity for low-income designated credit unions.

YCUP PDX Hosting ‘Women of Impact’ Panel in Portland
During the event, YCUP has a goal of packing 50 personal hygiene bags to be donated to the Rose Haven shelter.

OnPoint Invests $200,000 Commitment to Junior Achievement of Oregon and SW Washington
The credit union’s investment in the youth financial literacy organization paves way for a new facility.

OCCU Piloting Four-Day, 32-hour Workweek
If the four-day, 32-hour workweek pilot proves successful, the credit union will consider implementing the model in other business units.

InRoads Announces New Director of Commercial Services
Longtime lending professional Juan Mendoza has been promoted to the position.

YCUP PDX Hosting Networking Happy Hour
Join YCUP PDX for their first event of 2023 in Portland! This is a free event that is open to all passionate professionals in the credit union movement.

Mid Oregon Recognized for its Community Stewardship
The credit union was the recipient of the 2023 Business Excellence Award for Community Stewardship among large organizations.

First Tech FCU Promotes Kelly Corah to President of Addison Avenue
Corah will report directly to First Tech President and CEO Greg Mitchell as she leads the investment program sales, compliance, and client engagement functions, as well as the activities of the insurance agency, First Tech Insurance Services.

InRoads Credit Union Names Stephanie Rollins as New Chief Lending Officer
Rollins holds over 20 years of experience in consumer, mortgage, and commercial lending.

InRoads Launches a No Overdraft Fee Checking Account
INcredible Checking is purpose-built for younger folks who may need a little extra cushion before payday or who have little to no financial experience or credit.

Oregon Credit Unions Introduce Financial Education Legislation with Bipartisan Support
Senate Bill 3 was enthusiastically received as hundreds of advocates fanned out to meet with their lawmakers last week, during the Oregon Credit Union Day at the Capitol.

OnPoint Community Credit Union Now Accepting Nominations for Outstanding Educators Schools Making an Impact
The 14th annual OnPoint Prize for Excellence in Education will recognize inspiring educators and schools with cash prizes—including paying the […]

First Tech Enters Multi-Year Sponsorship of Iconic Hood To Coast Event
The annual event held in August draws over 19,000 participants from over 40 countries and across all 50 states and has sold out for 35 consecutive years.

YCUP PDX Announces New Board Members for 2023
YCUP PDX is excited to announce its newest additions to the YCUP PDX Board of Directors for 2023!