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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In This Week’s Leaguer
This week’s Leaguer offers a blend of credit union stories, from compliance Q&As and value-added programs to the latest trends and boast-worthy regional achievements. -
Foundation Disaster Relief
The Cornerstone Foundation is committed to the “people helping people” philosophy. That’s why we stand ready to support credit union communities when disaster strikes. -
In This Week’s Leaguer
Wonderful things are happening among credit unions nationally and in the Cornerstone region. Check out the great articles in this week’s Leaguer. -
Support the Foundation’s Karen Hart Legacy Society
The Cornerstone Foundation’s Karen Hart Legacy Society is designed to preserve and strengthen what past generations have built to ensure tomorrow’s credit union movement is secure for those who follow.
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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.
