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 Collaborates with Sammy Rabbit to Teach Early-Age Financial Literacy
Cornerstone Foundation and Sammy Rabbit have announced their collaboration to bring early-age financial literacy education resources and programs to kids, families, schools, and communities via credit unions. -
In This Week’s Leaguer
Yesterday was a great day for Texas credit unions. The House of Representatives passed the sunset bill that continues the Credit Union Department for another 12 years. -
A Cornerstone Donor Advised Fund Is a Great Alternative to Starting a Private/Public Foundation
Have you ever wondered about starting your own credit union foundation but got stopped in your tracks because even the idea felt daunting? -
Get Ready to SYNG with Cornerstone Foundation This Fall
Cornerstone Foundation invites you to cheer on your credit union peers as they battle it out in an epic lip-synching contest, all while benefiting the Cornerstone Foundation at this year’s ELEVATE: Credit Union Leadership Summit.
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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.
