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How Mortgages with a COVID-Related Forbearance are Performing in 2023
The blog examined the performance of mortgage borrowers in March 2023 to those in March 2021 that had COVID-related forbearance.
Agencies Finalize Policy Statement on Commercial Real Estate Loan Accommodations and Workouts
Federal financial institution regulators issued a joint final policy statement on commercial real estate loan accommodations and workouts.
NCUA Released Annual Cybersecurity & Credit Union Resilience Report
The NCUA released its annual report which provides an explanation of the measures taken to strengthen cybersecurity within the federally insured credit union system and the NCUA.
Gesa Credit Union Turns 70
Gesa celebrates milestone with 285,000 members, $3.8 Million in total giveback across Washington, $1 million in giveback to local schools and more.
First Tech Federal Credit Union Promotes Chylon Pappas to Vice President Role
As vice president of corporate and government engagement, Pappas will lead community engagement and corporate communications functions and First Tech's new government affairs division.
Harborstone Credit Union Hires New Senior Vice President and Chief Banking Officer
Hoefel will oversee the credit union's retail banking division and contact center.
OCCU Team Leverages Corporate Volunteer Benefits to Maintain Oregon Nature Preserve
OCCU’s organizational development team volunteered at the Howard Buford Recreation Area outside Eugene.
Horizon Credit Union Nearly Triples Donation to Support Affordable Housing
The credit union presented a $12,192 donation to NeighborWorks Boise.
InRoads Program Raises Over $431,000 for Local Schools
The program encourages members to use a special, co-branded debit card featuring one of three high school mascots.
First Tech Federal Credit Union Awards Over $1 Million in Education Grants to 69 West Coast Nonprofits
The awarded organizations facilitate equitable access to science, technology, engineering, math (STEM), early childhood literacy, and financial education.
GoWest Spring Hike a Success
Over 20 credit union leaders and GoWest staff traveled to Washington, D.C. for "Hike the Hill."
How GoWest is Helping CU Professionals on Their Journey to Executive Leadership
Follow the journey of your peers as they experience GoWest's leadership development programs.
Oregon Bill Requiring Financial Literacy for High Schoolers Passes House and Senate
Once implemented, students will earn ½ credit on each of two tracks — one teaching higher education and career skills and the other offering personal financial education.
Forbes Announces ‘Best Credit Unions in Each State 2023’
Several GoWest credit unions within the six-state region were recognized.
More Than a Score: Using AI to Empower Members Across the Credit Spectrum
AI-automated underwriting makes it possible to accurately and fairly assess thin-file members — or most everyone else, for that matter.
First Tech Federal Credit Union ‘Putts’ for Medical Miracles at CU4Kids NW Classic
The event will be held July 10 in Aloha, Oregon.
Elevations Credit Union Wins Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award
The not-for-profit credit union is the only organization in Colorado to be recognized two years in a row by the Denver Business Journal.
Maps Community Foundation Awards 2023 Scholarships
24 Oregon high school seniors received support to further their educational dreams.
Columbia Credit Union Donates $10,394 to the American Heart Association
The funds were raised by Columbia CU’s staff during an internal campaign to support research fighting heart disease.
Compliance Newsletter – June 27, 2023
Stay informed on the latest news and resources around compliance-related issues.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Releases Free E-book on How to Build Credit
'Guide to Credit Reports and Scores' provides guidance on understanding, improving, and protecting credit.