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Fibre Federal Credit Union Empowered Communities with $240,000 in Grants
Fibre Federal Credit Union utilized a strategic partnership with Visa to distribute nearly a quarter million dollars in grants to community partners in 2024.
Forrit Credit Union Opens New Rockwood Branch in Portland
Forrit Credit Union opened a new branch in Portland’s Rockwood neighborhood on Jan. 24 aimed at enhancing services and expanding access to financial resources for its members, t
Fibre Federal Credit Union Raises More Than $62,000 for Doernbecher Children’s Hospital in 2024
Fibre Federal’s Doernbecher Days in 2024 yielded $25,100 in donations and 650 plush llamas were purchased and donated back to young patients.
First Tech Equips Tech Professionals to Master Finances and Realize Financial Independence
First Tech Federal Credit Union recently announced the launch of its new “Envision Future Finance™” program starting in the heart of Seattle’s tech community, with expansion into other U.S. tech-centric areas.
The Data Credit Unions Need to Celebrate Their Impact
New Economic and Community Impact Reports are ready for credit union in the GoWest region to use to advocate for priority legislation in statehouses and in Washington, D.C.
First Tech Federal Credit Union Announces Multi-Year Partnership With Portland Timbers
First Tech Federal Credit Union recently announced that they have entered into a multi-year partnership with the Portland Timbers.
Mid Oregon Credit Union Pioneers Workforce Housing Land Acquisition Fund
Mid Oregon Credit Union is stepping up to address the critical shortage of workforce housing in Bend, Ore., by working with local partners and partnering with the GoWest Foundation to create the Workforce Housing Land Acquisition Fund.
Columbia Credit Union Announces New VP of Retail Lending and VP of Lending Operations and Underwriting
Columbia Credit Union has promoted two leaders into advanced leadership positions. Joe Dunn moves into the role of VP of Lending Operations & Underwriting and Angilo Fletcher becomes VP of Retail Lending.
Gesa Credit Union Promotes Blaine Wren to VP of Finance and Accounting
Gesa Credit Union, which serves members in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, announced the promotion of Blaine Wren to Vice President of Finance and Accounting.
Red Canoe Credit Union’s CEO David Spaulding Retires After 30 Years of Service
After nearly 30 years of service, David Spaulding, CEO of Red Canoe Credit Union has announced his plan to retire on Jan. 31.
Fibre Federal Credit Union and TLC Make the Season Bright for Foster Children
Fibre Federal Credit Union and TLC hosted Christmas Tag programs in their financial services centers to benefit children in foster programs.
Gesa Credit Union Expands Affinity Debit Card Program: Every Card Now Supports Local Organizations
All Gesa debit cards now support local causes and organizations, allowing every member to make a meaningful impact with their everyday purchases.
Providence Federal Credit Union and Consolidated Community Credit Union Merger Approved
With 88% of ballots cast in favor of the merger, Providence Federal Credit Union members have shown strong support for the partnership with Consolidated Community Credit Union.
Four United Way Chapters Receive Over $57,000 from OnPoint Community Credit Union and Its Employees
OnPoint Community Credit Union and its employees donated $57,424 in 2024 to four United Way chapters serving Oregon and Southwest Washington. This contribution marks OnPoint’s 18th annual employee-led fundraising campaign.
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.