Foundation
About The Foundation
Mission: Empowering Credit Unions to Impact Their Communities
Vision: To be the most trusted, recognized, and impactful philanthropic partner for Cornerstone credit unions
Philosophy: People Helping People
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. 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 Welcomes First Young Professional Representative to Advisory Board
The Foundation welcomed a new member to its advisory board, adding an important perspective to the Foundation’s work. -
Cornerstone Foundation Strengthens the Movement Through $412,740 Grants and Scholarships
A new round of Foundation funding is already helping credit unions build talent, expand community impact, and respond when support is needed most. -
Cornerstone Foundation Welcomes Two New Trustees
New leaders are stepping into new Foundation board roles, bringing deep experience, strong community commitment, and a long record of service to the movement. -
TruService Expands Family Financial Education Through Cornerstone Foundation Grant
A Cornerstone Foundation community development grant is helping TruService Community Federal Credit Union bring practical, family-centered financial education tools to more households across Arkansas.
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Foundation Coffee Talk - Nov. 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. -
Webinar: Foundation Grants & Scholarships Informational Webinar
OnlineLearn about all grants available to Cornerstone Credit Unions in 2027, including deadlines, requirements, and processes.
