BIZ Kid$ Nominated for Daytime Emmy
Since its 2007 founding in Seattle with the help of Northwest credit unions, the hip educational program has taught millions of youth about managing money and starting businesses.
Around the Northwest, Credit Unions Serve Communities
Oregon State CU, The Southwest Chapter of Idaho Credit Unions, Horizon CU, and Mid Oregon CU are in the news this week.
Member News: Community Impact and New Reach in Communities
Oregonians, Unitus, Columbia, and OnPoint credit unions share their latest local impact.
Seattle CU’s Romero is a Trailblazer in the National Spotlight
Richard Romero’s journey took him from humble beginnings as a four-year-old immigrant, to the CEO’s chair in the corner suite, and earned him national accolades as “CEO of the Year.”
Around the Northwest: News from Mountain America, Rivermark, and STCU
Community impact contributions and branch openings top the news this week.
NW Credit Unions Care for People, Communities
The “people helping people” philosophy is in action at PrimeSource and Unitus Community
Elliot Gregg Announces Plan to Retire from Kitsap Credit Union
Gregg’s leadership honored the storied credit union’s roots while growing its footprint significantly.
Member News: Here’s What’s Happening in Northwest Credit Unions
Fibre FCU’s youth accounts support animal shelters, and BECU plans Sammamish location.
Credit Unions Celebrate New Branch Openings
Advantis Credit Union opens new branch in Woodstock neighborhood; Unitus Community CU opens new branch in Multnomah Village; BECU opens new financial center in downtown Seattle.
Member News: Community Impact
St. Helens Community CU celebrates 80th anniversary with 80 acts of kindness; Providence FCU gives $50K to local caregivers facing financial hardship.
Member News: Credit Unions Give Back
Northwest Community CU awards $58,000 in mini-grants to Oregon educators; Harborstone CU volunteer group mobilizes to support United Way’s Slow Cooker Project.
Help Advance Women’s Leadership in the Credit Union Industry
Sister Societies from the Global Women’s Leadership Network’s Northwest Chapter will host several meetings in the coming weeks. Learn more about the GWLN, and what you can expect from each meeting.
Credit Unions Building Stronger Communities
Harborstone named Corporate Partner of the Year by the University of Washington for its work with underserved businesses; Columbia Credit Union contributes $25,200 to local veterans organizations; First Tech donates $24,500 to SMART.
Member News: Appointments
Mid Oregon CEO appointed to county budget committee; National Credit Union Foundation announces new board members.