Join a Committee
The Cornerstone League has opportunities for affiliated credit union staff and volunteers to become more involved by serving on various League committees. Committees are appointed by the League board chair and in general, serve a two-year term.
If you are interested in serving on Cornerstone committees, please complete the form in the link below. For more information, scroll down for a detailed description of each committee and/or register to attend the informational webinar on May 22 from 2 to 3 p.m. The League board officers will use this information as they follow through with the appointment of committee members.
The deadline to submit the 2025-2027 committee interest form is May 30, 2025. Those currently serving on a committee will need to reapply.
If you have questions, please contact Margaret McGraw.
Committee Purposes
Awards & Recognition Committee
To review, evaluate and monitor existing recognition programs in relation to honoring credit union/individual achievements, and work with League staff to facilitate the judging of Cornerstone (Hall of Fame, Professional of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, and Small Credit Union Achiever’s Award) and any national award programs Cornerstone chooses to participate in. The Committee may also provide recommendations for the Chapter Award.
International Relationships Committee
To provide leadership, education, and plans for Cornerstone credit unions to serve and assist in the World-Wide Credit Union System:
- In relation to Immigrant outreach, assist with identifying, developing, and supporting initiatives and programs beneficial to Cornerstone credit unions in effectively serving their underserved and unbanked Immigrant communities.
- In partnership with the World Council of Credit Unions, collaborate with League staff and credit unions to explore International cooperative engagement opportunities and interactions.
Governmental Affairs Committee
The Cornerstone Governmental Affairs Committee (GAC) serves to advise the Cornerstone League Board on legislative priorities by consolidating input from each state governmental affairs subcommittee. The committee also collaborates closely with the League’s advocacy team to help shape and communicate federal legislative positions, providing coordinated input to America’s Credit Unions on key national policy issues impacting credit unions.
State Governmental Affairs Subcommittees
To evaluate current and proposed state laws and regulations affecting credit unions and provide informed recommendations to the Cornerstone Governmental Affairs Committee. These state subcommittees also serve as key partners in advising Cornerstone League leadership on emerging state-level legislative and regulatory priorities.
Arkansas Governmental Affairs Subcommittee
To evaluate current and proposed state laws and regulations affecting credit unions and provide informed recommendations to the Cornerstone Governmental Affairs Committee. These state subcommittees also serve as key partners in advising Cornerstone League leadership on emerging state-level legislative and regulatory priorities.
Kansas Governmental Affairs Subcommittee
To evaluate current and proposed state laws and regulations affecting credit unions and provide informed recommendations to the Cornerstone Governmental Affairs Committee. These state subcommittees also serve as key partners in advising Cornerstone League leadership on emerging state-level legislative and regulatory priorities.
Missouri Governmental Affairs Subcommittee
To evaluate current and proposed state laws and regulations affecting credit unions and provide informed recommendations to the Cornerstone Governmental Affairs Committee. These state subcommittees also serve as key partners in advising Cornerstone League leadership on emerging state-level legislative and regulatory priorities.
Oklahoma Governmental Affairs Subcommittee
To evaluate current and proposed state laws and regulations affecting credit unions and provide informed recommendations to the Cornerstone Governmental Affairs Committee. These state subcommittees also serve as key partners in advising Cornerstone League leadership on emerging state-level legislative and regulatory priorities.
Texas Governmental Affairs Subcommittee
To evaluate current and proposed state laws and regulations affecting credit unions and provide informed recommendations to the Cornerstone Governmental Affairs Committee. These state subcommittees also serve as key partners in advising Cornerstone League leadership on emerging state-level legislative and regulatory priorities.
Leadership Development Committee
To review and enhance League initiatives focused on professional and leadership development.
Innovation, Collaboration, and Engagement Committee
To explore collaborative models and develop scalable innovative solutions to meet the operational challenges of credit unions while enhancing the cooperative foundation and promoting a vibrant and unified future. Additionally, assist in the development, communication, and enhancement of League initiatives and activities that enrich the credit union movement through credit union participation and heightened member engagement, including oversight and mentorship of the Cornerstone i3 initiative.
Small Credit Union Committee
To empower small credit unions to remain vital and healthy, foster communication between the League, chapters, and all credit unions; provide a forum for the exchange and discussion of ideas and best practices in all realms of the credit union movement; and serve as leaders to provide comprehensive resources and encourage affiliation with and support for the credit union system.
Regulatory Engagement Committee
To study federal regulatory proposals and provide direction for regulatory comment letters, and to advise the League board and staff regarding regulatory proposals and regulatory relief efforts.
ARCUPAC: Arkansas Credit Union PAC Committee
To promote the credit union business in Arkansas by raising funds to make campaign contributions to those seeking election or re-election to political offices, without regard to party affiliation.
CUPAC KS: Credit Union PAC of Kansas Committee*
To promote the credit union business in Kansas by raising funds to make campaign contributions to those seeking election or re-election to political offices, without regard to party affiliation.
CUPAC MO: Credit Union PAC of Missouri Committee*
To promote the credit union business in Missouri by raising funds to make campaign contributions to those seeking election or re-election to political offices, without regard to party affiliation.
OCUPAC: Oklahoma Credit Union PAC Committee
To promote the credit union business in Oklahoma by raising funds to make campaign contributions to those seeking election or re-election to political offices, without regard to party affiliation.
Note: OCUPAC Committee members are elected at the OCUPAC Annual Business Meeting as part of Oklahoma GAC.
TCCUL PAC: Texas Cornerstone Credit Union League PAC Committee
To promote the credit union business in Texas by raising funds to make campaign contributions to those seeking election or re-election to political offices, without regard to party affiliation.