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 2025 Grants and Scholarships: Empowering Credit Unions to Impact Their Communities
In 2025, the Cornerstone Foundation invested more than $520,000 in grants and scholarships—strengthening credit unions, supporting communities, and developing leaders across the region. -
Apply to Serve as a Young Professional Advisory Trustee
Young professionals looking to expand their leadership impact can apply now to serve as an Advisory Trustee on the Cornerstone Foundation Board. -
Festival of Trees Events Raise More Than $18,582 for the Cornerstone Foundation
Cornerstone chapters came together this winter through Festival of Trees events to support the Cornerstone Foundation and the communities credit unions serve. -
Credit Union Service Centers Opens Donor Advised Fund with Cornerstone Foundation
Credit Union Service Centers has partnered with the Cornerstone Foundation to establish a Donor Advised Fund, CUSC Gives Back.
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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.
