Regional Member News
MultiCare Health System and TAPCO Credit Union Enter into Equitable Banking and Lending Partnership
TAPCO Credit Union and MultiCare Health System announced on Oct. 1 a new partnership aimed at promoting increased financial access and equity for MultiCare’s large and increasingly diverse workforce.
Tucson-Area Credit Unions Launch “Tucson Welcome Home” Program
Six Tucson-area credit unions and the GoWest Foundation announced a new way to make the dream of homeownership a reality for first-time homebuyers in Tucson. The newly launched Tucson Welcome Home program offers zero down payment assistance – 100% financing for first-time buyers – and supports individuals and families looking to transition from renting to owning their own homes.
OneAZ Credit Union Announces Acquisition of 1st Bank Yuma
OneAZ Credit Union and Western Arizona Bancorp Inc., the holding company of 1st Bank Yuma, announced on Oct. 3 that they have entered into a definitive agreement in which OneAZ will acquire 1st Bank Yuma, assuming substantially all assets and liabilities, in an all-cash transaction.
Advantis Credit Union and Rivermark Community Credit Union Merger Becomes Official
With 88% of ballots cast in favor of a merger, Advantis Credit Union members overwhelmingly demonstrated their support to merge their credit union with Rivermark Community Credit Union. The two Portland, Ore., metro-based credit unions first announced their intent to merge in January
First Tech Federal Credit Union and Digital Federal Credit Union Announce Intent to Merge
Digital Federal Credit Union (DCU) and First Tech Federal Credit Union (First Tech) announced on Sept. 30 their intent to combine through a merger of equals for the benefit of members, employees, and communities.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Appoints Dayne Sorensen and Michelle Loftsgard as Regional Area Managers
OnPoint Community Credit Union announced on Sept. 25 the expansion of its leadership team with the promotion of two local branch managers to Assistant Vice President/Area Managers of two of Oregon’s fastest-growing regions.
GoWest CDFI Credit Unions Awarded $9.775 Million in U.S. Treasury Financial Assistance Awards
On Sept. 26, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) awarded 357 Community Development […]
Congratulations to the 2024 Graduates of GoWest’s Leadership Institute
GoWest Credit Union Association is proud to announce the graduates of the 2024 Leadership Institute. The 37 graduates, who represent 27 credit unions from across the GoWest six-state region, have demonstrated their commitment to building the talent pipeline and advancing the priorities of credit unions.
First Credit Union Brings Back Successful Financial Education Event for Teens
First Credit Union hosted an immersive financial education experience for junior high and high school students on Sept. 21 at Estrella Community College in Avondale, Ariz.
Jeremy Mandery Joins TAPCO Credit Union as Chief Lending Officer
TAPCO Credit Union announced on Sept. 25 that Jeremy Mandery has joined the credit union as the new Chief Lending Officer.
Clarity Credit Union Wins Finopotamus Tekki Award for Medical Payment Loan Program
Clarity Credit Union won the Tekkie Award from Finopotamus in the category of Revenue Growth. Finopotamus provides “fintech news for […]
Numerica Hires Sam Bishop as Private Banking Relationship Officer
Numerica Credit Union recently announced that Sam Bishop has been hired as a Private Banking Relationship Officer.
Verity Credit Union’s Microgrant Program Supports Underserved Communities in Washington State
Verity Credit Union’s Microgrant Program provides $5,000 in unrestricted monetary support for organizations whose work benefits historically underserved communities within Washington State. Since its launch in 2017, the program has supported over 50 organizations with more than $152,000.
Horizon Credit Union Gives 1,400 Hours of Community Service in Just One Afternoon
On Sept. 17, Horizon Credit Union Go-Givers ditched the office to finish the workday volunteering in their local communities during their seventh annual Go.Give.Grow. event.
Wyo Central Federal Credit Union to Merge with StagePoint Federal Credit Union
Wyo Central Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that members have overwhelmingly approved the merger with StagePoint Federal Credit Union, effective Oct. 1, 2024. This strategic merger will bring together the strengths of both Wyoming institutions, enhancing service offerings and delivering greater value to members.
Harborstone Credit Union Announces Agreement to Merge with Community 1st Credit Union
Lakewood, Wash.-based Harborstone Credit Union announced on Monday, Sept. 23 that it has plans to merge with Community 1st Credit […]
Ent Credit Union Announces Amy Nigrelli as New Chief Marketing Officer and Chris Chippindale’s Promotion to Chief Experience Officer
Ent Credit Union announced on Sept. 9 the appointment of Amy Nigrelli as its new Chief Marketing Officer and Chris Chippindale as Chief Experience Officer.
Desert Financial Credit Union Launches New Community Heroes First-Time Homebuyer Program
Desert Financial Credit Union launched its Community Heroes First-Time Homebuyer Program, a new program that strives to make homebuying more affordable for members of the military, first responders, government and civil servants, educators and those in the medical field.
Vantage West Champions Arizona Entrepreneurs With Local and National Partnerships
Vantage West Credit Union is supporting two key programs making a significant impact on Arizona’s small business community – Fuerza Local – Tucson and the Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Incubator.
Colorado Girl Scouts Gain Financial and Leadership Skills With New Junior Financial Counselor Patch
Colorado Credit Union and Girl Scouts of Colorado recently introduced an exciting new patch program – the Junior Financial Counselor patch. This innovative patch program is designed to equip girls with essential financial management skills to become leaders in their community.
NCUA Awards Over $3.5 Million in Community Development Revolving Loan Fund Grants
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) announced awards of more than $3.5 million in Community Development Revolving Loan Fund grants to 135 low-income-designated credit unions, including six in the GoWest region.
