Regional Member News
Columbia Credit Union Invests $100,000 in PeaceHealth’s Vision for Whole-Person Care
Columbia Credit Union has donated $100,000 to PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center Foundation’s transformative Healthcare Reimagined Campaign
Columbia Credit Union Launches Food Drive and Donates $10,000 to the Clark County Food Bank
Columbia Credit Union announced a $10,000 donation to the Clark County Food Bank in Washington and the launch of a branch-wide food drive to support families facing food insecurity this holiday season.
Hughes Federal Credit Union Tops $2 Million in Donations to Support Southern Arizona Libraries
Hughes Federal Credit Union has surpassed $2 million in total donations to Friends of the Library organizations across Southern Arizona.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Expands Field of Membership in Southwest Washington
OnPoint Community Credit Union recently announced it is expanding its field of membership in Southwest Washington to better serve its members.
BECU names Carla Costa-Perales as Chief Impact Officer
BECU announced on Nov. 3 that Carla Costa-Perales has been selected as its Executive Vice President and Chief Impact Officer.
Rivermark Community Fund Awards $30,000 Grant to Bienestar for Affordable Housing
The Rivermark Community Fund has directed its 2025 grant of $30,000 to Bienestar, the Hillsboro-based nonprofit providing safe, stable, and affordable housing for Latinx individuals, immigrants, and families.
Gesa Credit Union Awards More Than $528,000 Through Local Heroes Grant Program
Gesa Credit Union has awarded more than $528,000 to 52 organizations across the Pacific Northwest as part of its 2025 Local Heroes Grant Program.
Unitus Community Credit Union and Western Oregon University Celebrate Future Bilingual Educators
Unitus Community Credit Union hosted its fourth annual Coffee and Connection gathering at Western Oregon University, bringing together six students from its dedicated Bilingual Teacher Scholars cohort for a morning of recognition, encouragement, and community.
Deadline Extended to Nov. 5 for 2026 Committee Nominations
This is your final chance to lend your expertise and leadership by serving on a GoWest 2026 Committee, Advisory Group, or Working Group. Submit your nomination by Wednesday, Nov. 5.
Vantage West Partners with FHLBank San Francisco to Award $150,000 in AHEAD Program Grants to Arizona Non-Profits
Vantage West Credit Union, in collaboration with the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, will deliver $150,000 AHEAD Program grants to three Arizona organizations in support of their efforts to drive economic growth, enhance workforce development, and create equitable opportunities for underserved communities.
Joel Keller Joins Numerica Credit Union as Chief Financial Officer
Numerica Credit Union introduced Joel Keller as its new Chief Financial Officer on Oct. 23.
Salal Credit Union Names Kevin Skinner as Next President and CEO
The Salal Credit Union Board of Directors shared the appointment of Kevin Skinner as the organization’s next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective Jan. 1, 2026.
Climb Credit Union and Community Choice Credit Union Announce Intent to Merge
Climb Credit Union and Community Choice Credit Union announced on Oct. 17 plans to merge, pending member approval.
Solarity Credit Union Celebrate Grand Opening of New Branch in Moses Lake
Solarity Credit Union opened its newest branch this month in Moses Lake, Wash.
Fibre Federal Celebrates Leader’s Completion of the CUDE Program
Fibre Federal Credit Union shared that its Marketing & Community Development Manager, Crystal Garrison, successfully completed the Credit Union Development Education program.
Westerra Credit Union Appoints Greg Glawson as Chief Information Officer
Westerra Credit Union welcomed Greg Glawson as Chief Information Officer in October.
Gesa Credit Union Team Spends 2,177 Hours Volunteering During Annual Day of Service
On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Oct. 13, Gesa closed the majority of its branches so that more than 490 team members could step out of the office and into their local communities.
Sound Credit Union’s Annual Employee Fundraiser Supports Safe & Affordable Housing
Sound Credit Union recently hosted its annual employee charity fundraiser benefitting Homes First, a local nonprofit that works to create and maintain safe, healthy, and affordable homes for people in Washington’s Thurston County.
Forrit Credit Union Announces Wendy Russell as Interim CEO
Forrit Credit Union has announced that Justin Olson will be stepping down from the role of Chief Executive Officer/President, effective Oct. 31, 2025.
Southwest Washington Chapter of Credit Unions Hosts Annual Legislative Dinner
On Sept. 19, the Southwest Washington Chapter of Credit Unions hosted their Legislative Dinner, joining together Chapter members, credit union leaders, and local legislators.
TAPCO Credit Union Supports New Tacoma Community College EMS Lab
TAPCO Credit Union recently donated $75,000 to Tacoma Community College in support of its newly constructed Emergency Medical Services Lab.