Plain Language Movement Arrives in WA Legislature

GoWest continues to monitor these complex bills, to share potential concerns and have questions answered.

Eltropy Celebrates 600 Customer Milestone

Announces the company is doubling down investment in Generative AI and Product R&D.

Feds Extend Comment Period on Proposal Reducing Interchange Fees

Amid input from credit unions and groups such as GoWest asking for an extension, the Federal Reserve has extended the deadline from Feb. 12 to May 12.

Valley Credit Union gives back $1.25 Million!

Valley CU, based in Salem is a not-for-profit, cooperative credit union, owned by the 6,000+ members using its services.

Numerica Creates Affordable Home Loan Program for Low-Income Households

The first of its kind, Numerica’s manufactured home loan program created lower interest rates and shorter terms for buyers.

Andy Wright Joins Pierce County’s Oldest Credit Union

As TAPCO Credit Union looks towards the future, Andy Wright's appointment symbolizes a commitment to innovation and continued excellence in serving the Tacoma and Pierce County communities.

GoWest Foundation Invites Credit Unions to Participate in Unique Washington Credit Building Pilot Program

The GoWest Foundation is initiating a Request for Credit Union Participation to solicit applications from eligible credit unions interested in […]

Compliance Newsletter – Jan. 23, 2024

Stay informed on the latest news and resources around compliance-related issues.

2024 Advocacy Season Kicks off in Arizona 

The group spent the afternoon in 32 meetings with policymakers on both sides of the aisle to discuss credit union priorities and the impact they have on the state’s economy.

How Embedded Finance is Shaping Financial Services

Advancement in technology vastly improves how embedded finance can be applied to payments, lending, and insurance.

Congress

Government Shutdown Averted, for Now

GoWest's Madeline Robertson continues to monitor the situation and reports as of Thursday, Congress passed legislation continuing government funding until March.

Two Portland-Area Credit Unions Announce Merger Agreement

The combined credit union would become the third largest in Portland, Oregon area.

OneAZ Credit Union Invests $142,000 in Arizona Communities Through Legacy Grants

Since 2016, the OneAZ Community Foundation has provided over $1 million in grants and funding to Arizona nonprofit organizations.

Lending a Hand When Disaster Strikes

In the aftermath of devastating wildfires, STCU, the GoWest Foundation, and other credit unions take action to support communities.

GoWest Analysis of NCUA Board Meeting

The meeting was the first of the year and the first for new Board member Tanya Otsuka.

Colorado Credit Union Hosts Bite of Reality Events

Students in Jefferson County experienced what it is like to make the financial decisions that adults make every day.

Wyoming Stable Token Seeks $5.8 Million Budget

The goal is to have the Wyoming Stable Token online by the end of this year.

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A Deeper Dive into the CFPB’s Proposed Overdraft Rule

GoWest will provide robust advocacy to ensure the impacts on credit unions and ultimately their members, are clearly understood.

Arizona Advocates Show Up in Force for Day at the Capitol

More than 125 advocates brought sunshine and CU Difference messaging to legislators.

Arizona State Treasurer Kimberly Yee Brings Financial Education Message to Day at the Capitol

Yee is a long-time champion of financial education requirements in schools and is a fierce promoter of the state’s Education Savings Plan