Gesa Credit Union Boosts Local Education with Nearly $440,000 in Donations to Schools Across the PNW

Gesa Credit Union has awarded nearly $440,000 in funds through its Affinity Debit Card program to 31 partner school districts across the Pacific Northwest.

Sound Credit Union Awards $20,000 to 2025 Scholarship Recipients

Sound Credit Union, which serves over 175,000 members in Washington, recently honored the recipients of its 2025 scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year.

GoWest Awards 2025: Honoring Excellence in Employee Experience

The Employee Experience award celebrates credit unions that are building strong internal cultures through intentional professional development, supportive environments, and meaningful career growth opportunities.

Balancing Budgets and Real-Life Choices: Credit Unions Use Bite of Reality Fairs to Teach Financial Literacy That Sticks

The GoWest Foundation offers Bite of Reality financial reality fairs that are engaging, app-based financial education experiences designed specifically for high school students.

Overcome Detrimental Practices: New Expertise for Organizational Success

Effective strategic planning includes an intentional focus on organizational readiness, structure, and people development.

SELCO Community Credit Union Is Offering $125,000 in Educator Grants and Classroom Makeovers

SELCO Community Credit Union will once again support educators with up to $125,000 through its two flagship educator programs, each designed to help teachers who too often pay out of pocket for classroom-related expenses. 

Hughes Federal Credit Union Partners with Banner Health Foundation to Support Young Patients This Back-to-School Season

Hughes Federal Credit Union is partnering with Banner Children’s − Diamond Children’s Medical Center in Tucson, Ariz., to host a school supply drive supporting frequently hospitalized kids.

Connections Credit Union Earns Juntos Avanzamos Designation, Becoming Idaho’s 4th Credit Union in the Network

Connections Credit Union was recently awarded the Juntos Avanzamos Designation by Inclusiv, joining a national movement of over 140 credit unions that have earned this designation.

Cue the Applause! Meet the 2025 GoWest Award Finalists

We are proud to announce the finalists for the 2025 GoWest Awards, which honor credit unions across the region that have made significant contributions to the development and growth of the Credit Union Movement.

The Best and Brightest Are Ready to Shine — Introducing the 2025 YP Leads!

Eighteen rising stars from across the GoWest region have been selected as this year’s YP Leads.

Hope Under the Big Top: Hazel’s Journey Shows Why CU4Kids Matters

Each year, a very special guest joins us at the gala to share their story. This year, we have the pleasure of hosting Hazel and her family at A Night of Wonder.

Start Planning Your Experience — MAXX 2025 Agenda Preview!

Get ready for the biggest credit union gathering in the West! MAXX 2025 is shaping up to be unforgettable — with dynamic speakers, can't-miss sessions, and next-level networking opportunities.

Your Guide to Looking Magical for a Meaningful Night: What to Wear for “A Night of Wonder”

Guests are encouraged to dress for the occasion — and this year’s auction theme is one for the books.

Go Beyond the Basics: Join GoWest’s BSA Officer Training Sept. 9–10

GoWest’s two-day, virtual BSA Officer Training is a deep-dive experience for those who want to move beyond the slides and into strategy.

Generative AI for Credit Unions and Banks: A Guide to Enhanced Operations and Outcomes

Generative AI is proving to be a powerful tool in many industries. For the financial services industry, especially credit unions and banks, it will be a game-changer.

SELCO Community Credit Union Celebrates Springfield Community as Partner of The Block Party

SELCO Community Credit Unionn has been named the first-ever title sponsor for Springfield’s The Block Party.

Fibre Federal Credit Union Plans New Financial Services Center in Ridgefield, Wash.

Fibre Federal Credit Union shared news about its upcoming expansion of services with a brand-new Financial Services Center in Ridgefield, Wash.

Hillsboro Expansion for OnPoint Community Credit Union in Reed’s Crossing

OnPoint Community Credit Union announced on July 28 that it will open its third branch in Hillsboro, Ore., and its 58th branch overall.

Summer Recess + Advocacy Training = Win-Win

Credit union advocates can maximize their impact during elected officials' summer district visits by strategically planning engagement that is personal, visible, and action-focused.

Fitzsimons Credit Union Values Lifelong Learning by Awarding Scholarships to Local Students

Fitzsimons Credit Union believes that education has the power to transform communities and recently shared the 2025 recipients of the Sandra B. Neves Scholarship.

Why Americans Are Choosing Credit Unions: A People-First Approach to Financial Services

GOWEST CREDIT UNION ASSOCIATION PRESS RELEASE

GoWest Credit Union Association, a leading advocate for cooperative finance, is reminding consumers that where you bank matters, and credit unions offer a great choice for many Americans.