Arizona Global Women’s Leadership Network Surprises Restaurant Servers At Holiday Giving Breakfast

Credit union staff presented each one with a $1,000 tip.

BECU Announces Beth Hale as Chief Consumer and Business Solutions Officer

Purpose-driven leader joins cooperative’s executive team in new role.

First Tech Federal Credit Union Reinforces Philanthropic Commitment, Contributing $3.6M to Nonprofits in 2023

Through collective efforts by First Tech's dedicated members, employees, and community, the annual grant includes $2.23 million in direct charitable giving and $1.5 million in fundraising for Credit Unions for Kids.

OnPoint Community Credit Union Donates $2.5M to Oregon and Southwest Washington Nonprofits in 2023

Meals on Wheels, Rose Haven and Portland Housing Center are among the latest recipients in a record year of giving for Oregon’s largest credit union.

Cascadia Chapter Annual Turkey Shoot Raises Nearly $900 for Blanchet House

This tradition, running since 2011, pays homage to the late Bob Burns, a revered credit union executive and community leader.

OnPoint Community Credit Union Named Oregon’s Most Admired Financial Services Company in 2023

The Portland Business Journal ranked Oregon's largest credit union first among banks and wealth management firms.

Defend Your Credit Union Castle From Cyberattacks

Attackers continually devise new methods to breach organizations.

BECU’s 10th Annual People Helping People Awards Program Grants $525,000 to Member-Nominated Nonprofits

For the first time in three years, the celebration was held in person and recognized the positive impact of more than 30 nonprofits in BECU’s service areas.

Elevate Your Team’s Growth with GoWest Foundation Scholarships

As your credit union weighs its training budget for the year, remember the Foundation offers scholarship funding exclusively for members. 

Colorado Credit Union Collaboration: Supporting Hunger Initiatives with Social Media ‘Wrap Battle’

Northern Colorado Credit Union, based in Greeley, kicked off the giving event Nov. 17.

First Sound Bank Shareholders Approve Acquisition by Harborstone Credit Union

Harborstone Credit Union will purchase substantially all assets and assume substantially all liabilities of First Sound Bank.

BECU Expands Footprint with New Financial Centers in Tacoma and Shoreline

Both locations will join over 60 existing financial centers serving BECU’s more than 1.4 million members.

Swinging for a Cause: Rocky Mountain Chapter’s 2nd Annual Turkey Shoot Out

The 2nd Annual "Turkey Shoot Out," a GoWest Top Golf Tournament, united 129 credit union participants from various locations within the GoWest region.

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Compliance Newsletter – Dec. 5, 2023

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

GoWest Credit Union Association Seeks Your Feedback

How can we improve our communication to better serve you?

Maximizing Acquisition Strategies: How to Take Control and Drive Growth Through Data-Driven Insights

With the elimination of third-party cookie tracking, financial services marketers are increasingly relying on first-party customer data to gain insight.

Numerica Credit Union Announces Two Branch Manager Promotions

Marco Espinoza and Martha Henry have each worked at Numerica for several years.

Solarity Credit Union, Yakima Federal Welcome Washington State Legislators to Discuss Community Empowerment

Committee members met with each organization to explore and discuss the role community-based financial institutions play in positively impacting our communities and providing banking services to the underserved.

iQ Credit Union Celebrates the Opening of its Newly Relocated Salmon Creek Branch

The new location will be in the Skyview Station development in Vancouver. 

A 93-year-old Grandmother’s Advice Earns Her and Her Grandson $50,000 Through New Program at Gesa Credit Union

The grandmother and grandson from Kennewick participated in Gesa Credit Union’s “Refer-a-Friend” promotion.

Unitus Community Credit Union Opens New Branch at Cascade Station

Unitus’ new Cascade Station Branch will offer expanded services, including a Virtual Teller Machine (VTM) and Saturday hours.