Regional Member News
Bringing the People-First Mission to Life: Numerica Credit Union’s Jon Maroni Wins Young Professional Award
As Financial Engagement Manager at Numerica Credit Union, Jon Maroni is helping others gain the tools and confidence to shape their financial futures — earning him GoWest’s 2026 Young Professional Award.
CEO Co-Lab Puts Credit Union Leaders at the Center of the Agenda
Credit union CEOs will have an opportunity to step away from the day-to-day, connect with peers, and explore the issues shaping the future of the Movement at CEO Co-Lab, taking place in Jan. 6-8 in Phoenix.
Field Visits Strengthen GoWest’s Connection With Member Credit Unions
From cross-state collaboration to conversations about local priorities, GoWest’s recent field visits are creating opportunities for credit unions to connect, share ideas, and help shape the future of the Movement.
YCUP PDX CEO Roundtable Builds Connections and Gives Back
YCUP PDX’s signature event, the CEO Roundtable, brought together CEOs from credit unions across the region, offering attendees the chance to meet these leaders, ask questions about their careers, and gain invaluable insights from their stories and experiences.
Tucson Federal Credit Union’s Partnership with DUSK Music Festival Deepens Its Roots in Tucson’s Music and Arts Community
Tucson Federal Credit Union will serve as the DUSK Music Festival’s Official Credit Union and Discovery Zone Sponsor. The festival’s 10th anniversary celebration takes place Nov. 13 and 14 at Jacomé Plaza in downtown Tucson.
Meritrust Credit Union’s Continued Partnership with Division I Athlete Carey Booth Brings Financial Education to Community
Building on a successful first year together, the continued partnership highlights the value of having the right support system to help achieve your goals, both on and off the court.
Family Fun Meets Community Impact Through Tucson Federal Credit Union’s Greek Festival Partnership
Tucson Federal Credit Union was a presenting-level partner of the Tucson Greek Festival, this year serving as the Kids & Family Zone Presenting Sponsor and the festival’s Official Credit Union.
InRoads Credit Union Brings Financial Education Classes to People Navigating the Court System
InRoads Credit Union works with local treatment courts to present monthly financial education classes to individuals working to make life changes and escape the cycle of addiction, co-occurring disorders, criminal behavior, and court involvement.
OCCU Expands 32-Hour Workweek After Seeing Gains in Employee Stability, Member Service
By the end of 2027, OCCU plans to transition most of its nearly 700 employees to a four-day, 32-hour workweek while maintaining full wages and benefits.
Unitus Community Credit Union’s Commitment to Community Earns Top Corporate Giving Recognition
Unitus Community Credit Union has ranked No. 2 in the Portland Business Journal’s Large Category for corporate giving, based on $505,317 in charitable contributions across Oregon and Southwest Washington in 2025.
Harborstone Credit Union Announces Agreement to Acquire HUSTL from Vantage West Credit Union
Harborstone Credit Union announced on Oct. 28 that it has entered into a purchase and assumption agreement with Vantage West Credit Union to acquire its brand, HUSTL, an all-digital banking platform and division of Vantage West Credit Union.
Numerica Credit Union and SELCO Community Credit Union Announce Plans to Merge
Driven by the opportunity to do even more for their members, Numerica Credit Union and SELCO Community Credit Union have announced plans to merge as equals, uniting two credit unions rated among the strongest in the Pacific Northwest by regulatory examiners.
Building a Stronger Voice for Credit Unions: TAPCO Credit Union’s Justin Martin Wins Summit Advocate Award
With more than 20 years of involvement in the Credit Union Movement and nearly 70 in-person advocacy events attended since 2020, Justin Martin has made it a priority to build relationships with policymakers, bring more voices into the conversation and demonstrate the value of the cooperative model.
Your Invitation to Connect: Credit Union Community Events in November Across the Region
Credit union communities gatherings offer a chance to meet like‑minded peers, share ideas, and strengthen the relationships that fuel the Credit Union Movement.
Wrapped in Kindness: InRoads Credit Union Staff Gives Back
InRoads Credit Union partnered with Advocate Access NW Inc. and created 41 handmade no-sew fleece blanket kits during its all-staff training day.
Tucson Federal Credit Union Commits $55,793 to Schools, Youth Sports, and the Arts in Third-Quarter Community Giving
TFCU’s third-quarter giving reflects the credit union’s continued commitment to being beyond involved, not only funding local work but strengthening relationships with the schools, teams, and organizations building opportunity across the region.
Sound Credit Union Team Assembles More Than 3,300 Meal Kits for Emergency Food Network
This year, Sound Credit Union partnered with Emergency Food Network (EFN) in Lakewood, Wash., to help provide meals for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.
A Day Off Becomes a Day of Giving at Fibre Federal Credit Union & TLC
While employees at other financial institutions took the day off, Fibre Federal Credit Union and TLC employees used the Oct. 12 federal holiday to assemble 360 care packages for foster kids throughout the credit union’s service area in Southwest Washington and the Oregon Coast.
Crook County School District Launches Student Finance & Investing Club With Support from Mid Oregon Credit Union
A new Student Personal Finance & Investing Club, made possible through a grant and community partnership with Mid Oregon Credit Union, has been launched in Oregon’s Crook County School District.
InRoads Celebrates 10 Years of Supporting Local Schools, Striving to Reach $1 Million
The InRoads Credit Union program, which is among the biggest fundraisers for schools in the Oregon region InRoads serves, empowers members to help raise funds for Columbia County high schools using special Team Up for Schools debit cards.
BECU Introduces Right Now Grants, Awarding $4 Million to Local Community Partners
The grants will help local nonprofit and credit union partners advance their work in housing stability, education, workforce development, food security, and access to financial services.