Foundation
True to our "People Helping People" philosophy, and our mission, "Empowering Credit Unions to Impact Their Communities," we are dedicated to helping credit unions make an impact in the lives of the members and communities they serve.
The Cornerstone Foundation receives financial support from credit unions, corporate partners, individuals, Cornerstone League, Cornerstone Resources, and grants from other foundations.
Discover how your foundation put its mission into action.
Support Your Foundation
Join the individuals and organizations working together to strengthen the credit union movement.
Apply for a Grant
The Cornerstone Foundation provides grants and scholarships to support professional development, community development projects, and disaster relief.
Featured Foundation Events
Sept. 8-11
Camdenton, MO
Sept. 22-23
Denver, CO
Oct. 15
St. Louis, MO
Your Goals... Your Growth... Your Foundation
We are working to make an impact through three main initiatives:
Financial Wellness
Promote and implement financial education.
CU Development
Provide assistance for credit union staff training.
Disaster Relief
Support employees & volunteers after a disaster.
Inside the Foundation
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Maximize Your Impact: Power Up Your Foundation Gift with Payroll Deduction
Learn how one CU maximized its impact by providing staff with payroll deduction options to support the Foundation. -
Impact Revisited: Cornerstone Foundation's 2023 Achievements
Explore the impact of your support in the 2023 Cornerstone Foundation Impact Report. -
Foundation Impact: Disaster Relief Grants Aid Oklahoma CU Employee
Cornerstone Foundation's Disaster Relief Grants assisted Ben Smith in recovering from severe hail damage to his home. -
Foundation Impact: True Sky Credit Union's Save-to-Win Success
Cornerstone’s support for True Sky Credit Union’s Save-to-Win program showcases how credit union initiatives positively affect members.
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Foundation CUP
Lake of the Ozarks, MOJoin the Cornerstone Foundation at the lake for the Foundation Cup, where you'll connect with credit union friends and have fun golfing, boating, and socializing. -
Foundation Coffee Talk - Sept. 2026
OnlineWhether you’re looking for answers to your questions, exploring new opportunities like grant applications, or just want to chat about the impact your credit union is making, Coffee Talk is your space to engage with your Foundation staff. -
2026 CU FinHealth Conference
Denver, COThe leading financial well-being event for credit unions and system partners. CU FinHealth is not just another conference; it is an opportunity to truly commit to the “People Helping People” mission.
