Washington
TAPCO Credit Union Named Business of the Year and Best Credit Union by South Sound Business Magazine
TAPCO Credit Union has been recognized as both “Business of the Year” and “Best Credit Union” in the annual Best in Business Awards by South Sound Business Magazine.
First Tech Federal Credit Union Receives Award for Its Global Mobility Support Services
First Tech Federal Credit Union is the recipient of Altair Global’s 2025 All-Star Award for Global Mobility Support Services, recognition that highlights the important role the credit union’s Relocation Banking Services Program.
STCU Pledges $350,000 To Assist with Food Security
The credit union has set aside at least $300,000 for surprise donations to dozens of food assistance programs throughout Eastern Washington, North Idaho, and Northeastern Oregon.
77th Annual ICU Day Brings Washington Credit Unions Together for Community Service
In celebration of the 77th annual International Credit Union (ICU) Day on Oct. 16, credit unions across Washington came together to make a difference in their communities.
Stefanie Robinson Promoted to SVP of Member Experience at Horizon Credit Union
Horizon Credit Union, which serves members in Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and Montana, announced the promotion of Stefanie Robinson to Senior Vice President of Member Experience.
Celebrating Our 2025 Top of the Hill Award Winners
The award celebrates credit unions that demonstrate exceptional growth and leadership in advocacy, grassroots engagement, and public policy influence to protect and advance the credit union movement.
Unitus Community Credit Union Named a Top Five Most Philanthropic Corporation & Wins Award for Educator Pipeline Partnership
Unitus Community Credit Union has been named the fifth most philanthropic large corporation in the Portland metro area by the Portland Business Journal.
Game On for Financial Smarts: Fibre Federal Credit Union Launches Scan & Score Challenge in Local High Schools
Fibre Federal Credit Union recently launched its Scan & Score Challenge, a new community-partnership initiative designed to promote financial literacy in local high schools through a fun and engaging format.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.