Regional Member News
Committee Nominations Due Oct. 24 – Be a Voice for the Credit Union Movement in 2026
This is your final chance to lend your expertise and leadership by serving on a GoWest 2026 Committee, Advisory Group, or Working Group.
iQ Credit Union Earns 2025 Top Workplace Honors
iQ Credit Union was recognized once again as one of the Oregonian’s 2025 Top Workplaces in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
First Credit Union’s Mad City Money Returns with a Real-World Budgeting Challenge for Teens
Teens from across Phoenix gathered at Estrella Mountain Community College to take part in Mad City Money, an interactive financial education event hosted by First Credit Union
Tucson Federal Credit Union Helps Families Save Smarter While Finding Fur-Ever Friends at #LovePup Family Fest
Tucson Federal Credit Union sponsored the 7th annual #LovePup Family Fest, which took place Oct. 4 at Rancho Sahuarita in Sahuarita, Ariz.
Stay Protected Against the Latest Digital Threats with OnPoint Community Credit Union’s 2025 Cybersecurity eBook
OnPoint Community Credit Union released its 2025 “The OnPoint Guide to Personal Cybersecurity” eBook to help consumers protect themselves and stay informed about the latest online threats.
Hughes Federal Credit Union Honored with Two Awards at Greater Vail Chamber’s Golden Spike Celebration
Hughes Federal Credit Union was recognized with two prestigious honors at the Greater Vail Area Chamber of Commerce’s inaugural Golden Spike Celebration on Sept. 18.
STCU Reaches a Milestone with Opening of Its 50th Branch
In a year of significant milestones, STCU is poised to reach another with the opening of its 50th branch location.
Mid Oregon Credit Union Honored with a 2025 Top Workplaces Award
Mid Oregon Credit Union has been awarded a 2025 Top Workplaces honor by The Oregonian Top Workplaces — the fourth consecutive year the financial institution has received this award.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Partners with Portland State University’s School of Business
OnPoint Community Credit Union announced a new partnership with The School of Business at Portland State University, designed to help prepare students for a successful career.
Local Support, Real Impact: Credit Unions Step Up During Shutdown
With the federal government shutdown heading into its second week, credit unions across the region are showing up with programs and services to support their members who may be impacted.
Finish Strong: Final GoWest Councils of 2025 Kick Off in October
The final round of GoWest Councils for 2025 kicks off in late October—and there’s still time to jump in!
Sound Credit Union and UW Tacoma to Host HuskyHack Hackathon to Spark Financial Innovation
Sound Credit Union and the University of Washington Tacoma launched HuskyHack, a 24-hour challenge for college students to design innovative digital tools that empower people to take control of their finances.
Government Shutdown: What Credit Unions Need to Know
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Climb Credit Union Celebrates Grand Opening of Colorado Springs Branch
Climb Credit Union celebrated the grand opening of its new Colorado Springs Branch with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sept. 23.
Tucson Federal Credit Union Receives Boxcar Capital Award at Vail Chamber Golden Spike Awards
Tucson Federal Credit Union was honored with the Boxcar Capital Award in the Financial Services category at the Vail Chamber of Commerce’s Golden Spike Awards.
Clarity Credit Union’s Golf Tournament Raises Over $50,000 for St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital
Clarity Credit Union hosted its 25th Annual Credit Unions For Kids Charity Golf Classic and raised over $50,000 with the help of local credit unions and sponsors.
Westerra Credit Union Names Sarah Llewellyn VP of Consumer Lending and Contact Center Sales
Westerra Credit Union welcomed Sarah Llewellyn as the new Vice President of Consumer Lending and Contact Center Sales.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Welcomes Jason Buchanan as Its New Chief Credit Officer
OnPoint Community Credit Union has appointed credit and operations expert Jason Buchanan as its new Chief Credit Officer.
GoWest’s Board of Directors for 2025-26 Announced
The GoWest Credit Union Association Board of Directors met for its annual reorganization meeting. During the meeting, the Board held elections and appointed new leadership for the 2025-2026 term
Creating Connections: Meritrust Credit Union’s Latest Investment in Arvada, Colo.
Meritrust Credit Union (formally Premier Members Credit Union) recently opened its newest branch in the heart of Arvada, Colo.
Janet Powell Honored With NASCUS’ Pierre Jay Award
National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors announced Janet Powell, Chief of Regulation and Supervision – Credit Unions at the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services, as the recipient of the 2025 Pierre Jay Award.