Washington
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
