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 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. -
NEFE to retire high school financial planning program
For 20 years, the Cornerstone Foundation has been a proud sponsor of the National Endowment for Financial Education’s (NEFE) High School Financial Planning Program. -
Cornerstone Foundation launches Financial Capability Service Provider initiative
Cornerstone Foundation recently launched an initiative to attract Financial Capability Service Providers (FCSPs) to the Cornerstone tri-state region...
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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.
