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
July 28-30
Dallas, TX
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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Cornerstone Foundation shares appreciation for donations to Annual Giving Campaign
The Cornerstone Foundation is sharing its appreciation for those who contributed during its Annual Giving Campaign, a unique opportunity to support the region’s credit unions. -
Foundation awards $70,066 in SCMS scholarships
The Cornerstone Foundation recently awarded 47 Southwest CUNA Management School scholarships totaling $70,066. -
Are You Ready to SYNG?
Whether you’re a center-stage kind of person or would rather cheer on your peers from the audience, get ready to have fun at this year’s SYNG event, as part of ELEVATE: Credit Union Leadership Summit in Houston, Texas, Sept. 1. -
Austin Chapter has fun and donates $5k to Cornerstone Foundation
On April 26, the Cornerstone League Austin Chapter held a rock ‘n’ roll-themed bowling night at the Main Event for Cornerstone Foundation.
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Foundation Coffee Talk - Aug. 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. -
DEs and Credit Union Cooperators Dig In
OnlineJoin our quarterly CUDEs/CCUCs DIG In webinar series to collaborate with fellow DEs and CCUCs, ask for input on DE projects, and learn about industry initiatives that support development issues. -
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.
