Cornerstone League serves nearly 600 credit unions in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. Our mission is to advance the success of credit unions in the region, acting as trusted advisors and essential business partners for our members.
United in purpose. Powering progress.
Cornerstone League members’ continued success is our priority. Our shared mission unites us and we’re proud to be your partner. Progress isn’t powered by one; it’s powered by us all. We are stronger, together.
Our collective energy advances advocacy, ensures clarity, promotes growth, and creates opportunities. Collaboration isn’t just something we talk about – we live it. It’s how we move forward.
Cornerstone membership allows all member credit union staff and volunteers access to all league benefits, our premier league service corporation, and nationally recognized charitable foundation.
Membership Benefits
Local, state, and federal efforts safeguard the interests of credit unions. Your participation highlights the value of financial cooperatives in each community.
Grow your team under the guidance of industry experts through top-notch, flexible, cost-effective educational opportunities.
Credit unions of all sizes face unique challenges. Engage with peers who experience similar situations through training and networking opportunities.
Financial well-being is the ticket to a credit union’s success. Ensure your credit union remains financially viable through ALM analysis, instruction, and resources.
Expand your credit union's knowledge and make informed decisions with peer-to-peer reports, deposit and loan rates, and personalized performance reports.
Tap into a network of leaders through participation in our Collaboration/Mentoring program, Councils and Communities, Chapters, Sister Societies, Young Professionals, and others.
Your staff and credit union deserve recognition. Honor individuals who demonstrate a sincere passion for the movement and credit unions for their commitment to their community and the industry.
Stay informed of local, regional and national industry news, including legislative and regulatory updates, market trends, educational and networking opportunities, organizational solutions, and more.
Address the unique challenges of your credit union and your membership with expert business solutions at a price you can afford. Cornerstone Resources is a service corporation for credit unions.
Champion financial wellness, gain access to professional growth and get critical financial relief when disaster strikes. The Foundation empowers credit unions to impact their communities.
Membership Dues Information
New in 2027, all dues statements will be delivered electronically by the first week of December 2026, and all credit unions can pay their dues via ACH. You will also have the option to pay via check. Your dues statement will include details.
If you have questions about the collections process, contact Jim Phelps, EVP, Chief Advocacy Officer.
For 2027, the dues formula will be based on the square root of net assets multiplied by a factor, currently set at 0.575.
- Minimum dues will be $1,000
- Maximum dues will be $250,000
Assets are determined as reported as of June 30 of the preceding year by the credit unions to their regulatory agency (NCUA). Your dues statement will provide complete details.
We hope you will consider a contribution to our system partners that help us achieve financial well-being for all. While your statement will include a recommended amount, any contribution is greatly appreciated.
 | Cornerstone Foundation: Empowers credit unions to make an impact in the lives of their communities they serve. See how in the 2025 Foundation Impact Report. |
 | America's Credit Unions (National Advocacy Fund): Support pro-credit union candidates running for federal office, as well as general legislative initiatives. |
 | Credit Union House: Celebrates the movement, offering a top-notch venue for hosting credit union leaders in Washington, D.C. |
 | America's Credit Union Museum: Honors credit union history and inspire our industry's collective future. |
 | World Council of Credit Unions: Engages in international advocacy, advances financial inclusion, empowers underserved populations, and promotes equitable and resilient communities. |
October: Credit union CEOs will receive their budget statements via mail, as well as a follow-up email from their Relationship Manager.
December: Credit union CEOs will receive digital membership dues statements from their Relationship Manager, which include optional contributions and payment information.
January-March: All Cornerstone dues are eligible for payment.
Testimonials
“I believe membership is very important. A collective voice is louder than a single voice. Cornerstone plays a large role in credit union matters on a national scale.”
– Michael Knowles, President/CEO, Texas Plains FCU, $15M-$100M, Texas
“As a small credit union we simply could not stay in business without the regulatory, compliance and educational opportunities that we receive through the CCUL."
– Donna Thomason, CEO, Arkansas Health Center FCU, <$15M, Arkansas
"I really don't know how any credit union can survive these times without the guidance of the League.”
– Lyle Martin, Supervisory Chair, Cooperative CU, $15M-$100M, Kansas
“I would recommend colleagues and peers become members of the Cornerstone League to enhance their interpersonal skills, decision-making abilities, and strategic thinking. They will also build strong networks with others in the industry who can provide valuable insights based on their experience.”
– Joseph Arthur, SVP/Operations, Tinker FCU, $750M+, Oklahoma
“The information that is received by the league is always valuable and resourceful. The ability to post in the different councils has proven to be beneficial as well as a lot of the information harvested from there has helped move our credit union in a better direction on some topics, such as operating procedures, collections, compliance tasks, etc.”
– Jesse Lomax, COO, R-G FCU, $100M-$350M, Missouri
