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
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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Announcing the Launch of the Karen Hart Legacy Society
During last week’s IMPACT Virtual event, credit union leaders traveled from near and far to celebrate former EVP/CAO/CFO Karen Hart’s achievements as she leaves behind an incredible 41-year legacy. -
Swinging Into Action While Supporting the Credit Union Movement
In this week’s issue of the Leaguer, we share the first IMPACT Virtual-related recap, as we kick off one of our largest events of the year. -
Cornerstone Foundation Golf Tournaments Raises $63K to Help Credit Unions
The Cornerstone Foundation recently wrapped up one of its major fundraisers, the 24th Annual Golf Tournament, raising more than $63,000. -
Cornerstone Foundation Approves $251K in Grants
The Cornerstone Foundation’s Grants Committee has approved $251,603 in grant funds to support credit unions and chapters in their community outreach endeavors, financial capability initiatives, credit union development, and professional staff and volunteer development.
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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 Coffee Talk - Dec. 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. -
Greater Oklahoma Chapter Festival of Trees
Oklahoma City, OKMark your calendars for the Greater Oklahoma Chapter of Credit Unions' annual Festival of Trees.
