Oregon
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.
Kevin Cole Assumes Duties as Mid Oregon Credit Union’s President & CEO
Cole replaces long-time CEO Bill Anderson who retired at the end of 2022, completing a distinguished 32-year career of service to Mid Oregon and the Central Oregon community.
InRoads Credit Union Gives Back Over $161,000 to the Community
Donations included over $100,000 to local schools, $45,816 to non-profit organizations, $5,000 to college bound students and 625 random acts of kindness.
Unitus Community Credit Union Announces New Branch
Opening a new branch at Bridgeport Village is part of their strategic growth plans to engage current and future members in the communities where they live.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Announces Patty Groman as Chief People Officer
She will oversee the talent strategy and culture with a people-centric and innovative approach, leads talent development and acquisition, organizational and performance management, and more.
OCCU Announces Nine New Leadership Assignments
The credit union implemented structural leadership changes to ensure organizational readiness and sustain innovation.
Unitus Community Credit Union Focuses on Giving to Conclude 2022
Combined with the additional food and fund drive gifts, this culminated in $23,024 in 2022 holiday giving.
Six Portland Credit Unions Unite to Address Homeownership Gap in Latinx and BIPOC Communities with $75K Donation
Funds support a new Oregon lending program to be launched by Hacienda CDC for first-time homebuyers earning up to 120% of AMI, with a focus on Latinx and BIPOC families.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Named One of Oregon’s Most Admired Financial Services Companies in 2022
Portland Business Journal ranked Oregon’s largest credit union as second in financial services.
iQ Credit Union Announces the Opening of its Third Oregon Branch in Happy Valley
The community branch offers a full suite of financial products and services. iQ works hard to staff local to the area, creating a familiar experience for all members.
Columbia Credit Union Recognized for Corporate Philanthropy by Portland Business Journal
During 2021, Columbia Credit Union helped raise $8.3 million for local organizations, donated to 43 nonprofits, and volunteered 1,038 hours of time working to improve education, housing access, environmental protections, and more across the community.
New Business Practices Inspired by Credit Unions’ Visit to South Korea
GoWest credit unions explored the principles, best practices, structure, and values of South Korean credit unions through the Global Bridges Program.
How to Develop Contact Center Employees for a Stellar Member Experience
Five credit union leaders reflect on how to best train and support remote workers in ways that promote outstanding member service.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Donates $100,000 to Local Non-profits on Giving Tuesday
Blanchet House, Habitat for Humanity Oregon, and New Avenues for Youth are among the latest recipients in a record year of giving for OnPoint Credit Union.