Washington
GoWest Announces 2024-2025 Board of Directors
GoWest Association has completed its 2024 election cycle, and a slate of candidates was elected to the Board by acclamation for three-year terms beginning September 2024.
Unitus Community Credit Union Wins Award for Innovation in Digital Banking Excellence
Unitus Community Credit Union has been honored by Alkami Technology with a 2024 FIsioinaries Award, which highlights innovative initiatives through Alkami’s FIsionaries podcast. Unitus earned the award in fintech innovation for its proactive approach to inclusive financial services, including its bilingual initiatives across various touchpoints.
GoWest Announces Credit Union Partners for Exciting, New Small Business Resiliency Loan Program
In a collaborative effort between the GoWest Foundation, 13 credit unions, and 30 nonprofits, the SBRL program officially launched, kicking off a first-of-its-kind partnership to support small businesses in Washington.
Solarity Credit Union’s Blood Drive Fills Critical Need in the Yakima Valley
Solarity Credit Union teamed up with the Red Cross Yakima Blood Donation Center to host a blood drive to collect desperately needed units of blood.
Credit Union Advocate Spotlight: Rafael Saucedo and the NLCUP
Rafael Saucedo has spent his career advancing the Credit Union Movement and fully-activating his positions to give back and support diversity, equity, and inclusion in the region and the credit union industry.
BECU’s 2023 Annual Report: Financial Stability Empowers Members and Communities
BECU’s annual report shows the Washington-based credit union returned $446.5 million to its members and over $8.4 million to its communities in 2023.
Our Community Credit Union Featured on Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid
Our Community Credit Union was featured in Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid highlighting the Credit Union Movement in Washington State.
Harborstone Credit Union Selects Jimese Harkley as Chief Community Engagement Officer
Harborstone Credit Union has selected Jimese Harkley, JD, CCE, CUDE as its new Chief Community Engagement Officer. This new role will be pivotal in shaping the organization’s community engagement strategies and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
Gesa Credit Union Partners with Tacoma Public Schools to Launch New Fundraising Affinity Card Benefitting Local Students
Gesa Credit Union has announced its partnership with Tacoma Public Schools to launch its Affinity Debit Card Program, which raises funds for programs benefitting local students.
Solarity Credit Union Fills Critical Need at Selah Naches Food Bank
Solarity Credit Union teamed up with the Selah Naches Food Bank to collect desperately needed non-perishable food items and toiletries.
iQ Credit Union Unveils Key Promotions to Enhance Member Experience
iQ Credit Union has announced a series of leadership promotions that expand the member experience throughout all communication and service delivery channels.
iQ Credit Union Announces Retirement of CLO Gayle Rust Gustafson
iQ Credit Union has announced that Gayle Rust Gustafson, Chief Lending Officer, has retired after a 42-year career in the financial services industry.
Numerica Wins ‘Business Innovation’ Award
Outside-the-box solutions for connecting people with affordable housing earned Numerica Credit Union the Business Innovation award at the 2024 Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.
iQ Credit Union Infuses Local Programs with Impactful Giving
iQ Credit Union unveiled its 2023 annual report and community impact report during the credit union’s recent annual meeting, showcasing a commitment to educational, philanthropic, and partnership initiatives that make the Pacific Northwest a better place to live, work and bank.
Unique Partnership Between Financial Institutions to Benefit Students
In a trailblazing partnership, Canopy Credit Union received a grant from a community bank for $15,000 to continue providing financial education opportunities for students at a unique local high school.
Harborstone Credit Union Announces Agreement to Acquire SaviBank
Harborstone Credit Union announced today that it has entered into a purchase and assumption agreement with SaviBank, headquartered in Mount Vernon, Washington, and its parent holding company, Savi Financial Corporation, Inc. (“Savi Financial”).
WECU Partners with Lighthouse Mission on Construction of New 300-Bed Facility in Bellingham
WECU has announced its partnership with the Lighthouse Mission in their construction of a new 300-bed facility in Bellingham located at 910 W. Holly Street.
Three Credit Union Champions Inducted into CU House Hall of Leaders
Three credit union champions from the GoWest region were among the sixteen credit union inductees to the Credit Union House Hall of Leaders in a ceremony held Sunday, March 3. The leaders were recognized for their significant contributions to the credit union industry.
WCLA Credit Union Announces the Retirement of CEO Brian Bahs: President Charles Thompson to succeed
WCLA CU, based out of Olympia, Washington, announced that CEO Brian Bahs retired on December 31st, 2023. Bahs served WCLA CU as President and CEO since 2004.
Merrilou Harrison named Chair of Solarity Credit Union’s Board of Directors
Solarity Credit Union, based in Yakima, Washington, has appointed Merrilou Harrison as Chair of the Board of Directors. Harrison was elected unanimously by her peers.
STCU gives back to local communities with FAFSA assistance and grants to nonprofits
Spokane-based STCU marked the start of the new year with a number of initiatives aimed at supporting the communities it serves. To help ensure that local high school students maximize their future career options, the credit union is assisting families with completing FAFSA forms. And to honor its employees’ passion for community service, STCU is providing a record number of grants to nonprofit organizations where employees volunteer.