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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OnPoint Community Credit Union Welcomes Jason Buchanan as Its New Chief Credit Officer

OnPoint Community Credit Union has appointed credit and operations expert Jason Buchanan as its new Chief Credit Officer.

GoWest’s Board of Directors for 2025-26 Announced

The GoWest Credit Union Association Board of Directors met for its annual reorganization meeting. During the meeting, the Board held elections and appointed new leadership for the 2025-2026 term

Janet Powell Honored With NASCUS’ Pierre Jay Award

National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors announced Janet Powell, Chief of Regulation and Supervision – Credit Unions at the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services, as the recipient of the 2025 Pierre Jay Award.  

Help Drive Advocacy, Innovation, and Growth in 2026: Join a GoWest Committee

Interested in serving or know someone on your team who would make an excellent candidate? Nominations for 2026 Committees are open now through Oct. 24.

One Afternoon, Thousands Helped: Horizon Credit Union Creates Big Community Impact

Horizon Credit Union hosted its annual Go. Give. Grow. community service event, serving 22 nonprofits in four states.

iQ Credit Union Welcomes Members to Its Newest Oregon Location

iQ Credit Union opened the doors to its newest branch in Sherwood, Ore., on  Sept. 8.