Regional Member News

Columbia Credit Union Welcomes New Board Directors Billy Henry and Sean Gregory
Columbia Credit Union welcomed two new members to its board of directors in community leaders Billy Henry and Sean Gregory — both prominent figures in the area’s nonprofit and business sectors.

Colorado Credit Union Empowers Foster Youth Through New Financial Literacy Program
Colorado Credit Union recently launched the Fund Your Future Financial Literacy Program, a new initiative created to advance economic mobility for young adults with lived experience in the foster care system

GoWest Announces 2025 Board Election
GoWest Credit Union Association has completed its 2025 election cycle and elected five Board members by acclamation.

Minnequa Works Credit Union Celebrates Grand Opening of New Branch in Pueblo West
Minnequa Works Credit Union marked a major milestone with the grand opening of its newest branch location in Pueblo West, Colo., on May 21

Ent Credit Union Awards $300,000 YES Grants to Colorado Nonprofits
Ent Credit Union has awarded its 2025 Youth Endowment Services (YES) Grants totaling $300,000 to 116 standout nonprofits that are making a meaningful impact on youth across Colorado.

Ten Elevations Credit Union Mortgage Loan Officers Rank in 2025 Scotsman Guide
Elevations Credit Union announced that 10 team members have been recognized as Top Mortgage Loan Officers in the 2025 Scotsman Guide.

Twelve PNW Credit Unions Band Together for Credit Union for Kids Member Fundraising Campaign
Twelve Oregon and Southwest Washington credit unions announced they are joining forces for a collaborative Credit Unions for Kids (CU4Kids) member campaign to fundraise for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

SELCO Community Credit Union Awards $77,500 to 21 Oregon Students Through Annual Scholarship Program
SELCO Community Credit Union awarded $77,500 in scholarships to 21 students throughout Oregon as part of its annual scholarship program.

Elevations Credit Union Named #1 Top Workplace in Colorado
For the third consecutive year, Elevations Credit Union was named the #1 top workplace in Colorado for its size category by the Denver Post’s annual Top Workplaces award.

Local Change Foundation Awards Colorado Students $120,000 in Scholarships
The Local Change Foundation awarded $120,000 in scholarships to 24 soon-to-be Colorado high school graduates, the largest amount the foundation has awarded in one year.

Colorado Credit Union Brings Real-World Financial Education to Local Students
This spring, Colorado Credit Union hosted three Bite of Reality events at partner schools, providing nearly 100 students with valuable financial skills that will last a lifetime.

GoWest Councils Return in June — Don’t Miss Out on Mid-Year Access
The second round of GoWest Councils for 2025 begins in June, and if you haven’t joined us yet, there’s still plenty of time to take advantage of the next 16 sessions, which will be packed with insights and innovation.

Money Smarts Made Simple: P1FCU’s Newsletter and Podcast Help Members Thrive
As part of its ongoing mission to empower members with the tools and knowledge needed for financial success, P1FCU has expanded its educational outreach with innovative resources designed to inform and inspire.

Westerra Credit Union Marks Financial Literacy Milestone With Day of Service
Demonstrating its commitment to community empowerment and financial education, Colo.-based Westerra Credit Union commemorated National Volunteer Month in April with a company-wide event dubbed “VolunTerra.”

TruWest Credit Union Named Financial Institution of the Year by Priority Financial Group
Ariz.-based TruWest Credit Union was named Financial Institution of the Year by Priority Financial Group.

TAPCO Credit Union Named Best Credit Union in 2025 by South Sound Magazine
TAPCO Credit Union has been named “Best Credit Union” in the 2025 Best of the South Sound Awards by South Sound Magazine.

BECU to Open New Neighborhood Financial Centers on Bainbridge Island and in Duvall, Wash.
BECU has announced plans to open new Neighborhood Financial Centers (NFCs) on Bainbridge Island and in Duvall, Wash.

Elevations Credit Union Announces Board Member and Committee Changes from 72nd Annual Membership Meeting
Elevations Credit Union hosted its 72nd annual membership meeting on April 28 at Elevations’ headquarters in Boulder, Colo., and held officer and committee elections.

Vantage West Credit Union Welcomes David Denos as VP, Commercial Sales
Vantage West Credit Union recently announced the appointment of David Denos as VP, Commercial Sales Manager.

Fibre Federal Credit Union Supports Animal Shelters Through Cash Club Cares Program
Fibre Federal Credit Union helps children save money and save homeless animals with the Cash Club Cares Program.

Tucson Credit Unions Win BLOOM Award for Developing a Collaborative Housing Solution
The Community Foundation of Southern Arizona honored Tucson Credit Unions with its 2025 Bold Aspirations BLOOM Award for the Tucson Welcome Home Program, which addresses one of the region’s most critical issues – affordable housing.