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!

Oregon Cooperatives Collaborate to Host Legislators

Engaging the community and lawmakers, this event has become a long-standing display of the Credit Union Difference.

How Credit Unions are Offering Free Tax Preparation to Qualified Individuals

The program offers free tax return support to people who generally make $60,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their tax returns.

Valley Credit Union Gives Back $1 Million

The majority of the credit union’s members – 75% – received an ownership dividend and the average payout was $52.74.