Oregon
First Tech Federal Credit Union Promotes Chylon Pappas to Vice President Role
As vice president of corporate and government engagement, Pappas will lead community engagement and corporate communications functions and First Tech’s new government affairs division.
OCCU Team Leverages Corporate Volunteer Benefits to Maintain Oregon Nature Preserve
OCCU’s organizational development team volunteered at the Howard Buford Recreation Area outside Eugene.
InRoads Program Raises Over $431,000 for Local Schools
The program encourages members to use a special, co-branded debit card featuring one of three high school mascots.
First Tech Federal Credit Union Awards Over $1 Million in Education Grants to 69 West Coast Nonprofits
The awarded organizations facilitate equitable access to science, technology, engineering, math (STEM), early childhood literacy, and financial education.
Oregon Bill Requiring Financial Literacy for High Schoolers Passes House and Senate
Once implemented, students will earn ½ credit on each of two tracks — one teaching higher education and career skills and the other offering personal financial education.
Forbes Announces ‘Best Credit Unions in Each State 2023’
Several GoWest credit unions within the six-state region were recognized.
First Tech Federal Credit Union ‘Putts’ for Medical Miracles at CU4Kids NW Classic
The event will be held July 10 in Aloha, Oregon.
Maps Community Foundation Awards 2023 Scholarships
24 Oregon high school seniors received support to further their educational dreams.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Releases Free E-book on How to Build Credit
‘Guide to Credit Reports and Scores’ provides guidance on understanding, improving, and protecting credit.
First Tech Federal Credit Union Partners with Youth Villages Oregon to Provide Financial Resources for Foster Youth
Building pathways for underserved youth to achieve financial wellness in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Awards Scholarships to Six Phenomenal OSAA Students
Since 2018, OSAA and OnPoint have partnered to award $90,500 to 25 students.
4 Teachers Receive OnPoint’s Prize for Excellence in Education Educators of the Year Award
Each winner will have their mortgage or rent paid for one year and receive $2,500 for their school.
SELCO: 5 Tips on Transitioning to a Digital App
When the new platform went live in the fall of 2022, it was met with minimum member disruption and positive reviews.
Rediscovered Mural Enriches TLC’s Connection to Oregon Community
The Astoria-based TLC, a Division of Fibre Federal Credit Union, recently revealed the entire mural to the public.
Northwest Community Credit Union Members Approve Merger with TwinStar
Member voting occurred March 27–May 15.
InRoads Helps Deliver Emergency Food Assistance to Those in Need
Several credit union employees shopped and delivered 415 pounds of requested food staples to HOPE of Rainier.
Providence FCU Donates $5K to Medical Center for Employee Caregiver Garden
The funds will help transform an empty lot into a therapeutic and productive garden.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Opens First Corvallis Branch
New location provides the community with easy access to a full suite of financial services, financial education tools and resources.
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.
