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 poised to help CUs impacted by winter storms
Severe winter storms moved across the Cornerstone region last week, resulting in power outages and water shortages. Many families need help covering expenses to fix broken pipes and make other household repairs. -
March 1 deadline for Foundation CU Development and Chapter grants
Don’t miss your opportunity to apply for grants offered through the Cornerstone Foundation. True to its mission of “Empowering People to Improve Their Financial Well-Being,” the Foundation supports credit unions in three main areas. -
Foundation offers FiCEP at half price
Registration is now open for the Credit Union National Association financial counseling certification program (FiCEP). The Cornerstone Foundation is offering the program at half off their regular cost to help credit unions meet members’ increasing need for reliable financial advice to help them weather the financial hardships brought on by the pandemic. -
Caroline Willard delivers state of the union to Dallas Chapter
Cornerstone League President/CEO Caroline Willard addressed the Dallas Chapter of Credit Unions on Wednesday, giving a state of the union address. In addition to the League, Willard leads the Foundation and Resources, the League’s service corporation, serving approximately 450 credit unions.
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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.
