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Every credit union has stories that show the power of people helping people. Tell us about a time your credit union made a meaningful and lasting difference for a member or your community. Email media@cornerstoneleague.coop.

Cornerstone Foundation Welcomes Three New Trustees

The Cornerstone Foundation has elected three new Trustees to its board: Michael Massey, Sonya McDonald, and Grant Weiland.


Council Day 2025: Culture, Risk, and Resilience—All in One Day

Cornerstone’s annual Council Day explores the real challenges facing credit unions. Don’t miss this free virtual event featuring expert speakers, council-specific sessions, and practical insights.


Finding My Voice as a Young Professional on the ELEVATE Stage

For one young professional, ELEVATE was a reminder of what makes credit unions, along with the entire credit union movement, so special.


Celebrating 31 Years of Service: David Brooks' Retirement

Join us in congratulating Texas Bridge Credit Union CEO David Brooks on 31 years of service.


YP Spotlights for September

The Leaguer regularly features YP Spotlights to help you get to know these up-and-comers. This month: Lauren McKay, Jessica Marin, and Steffany Rodriguez.


Smarter Loan Protection for a Better Member Experience

Learn how real-time, in-app payment protection can boost adoption and streamline lending—register for the October 2 TruStage webinar.


Meritrust Expands in Wichita; TDECU and Houston Texans Back Kids’ Meals

Cornerstone recognizes member credit unions for their growth and endeavors in the community.


Foundation Scholarship Ignites CUDE Impact at Tinker FCU

A Cornerstone Foundation scholarship helped a Tinker FCU educator turn credit union philosophy into action—amplifying financial education and new community initiatives.


Texas Credit Union Department Appoints New Commissioner

Congratulations to Robert W. Etheridge on his appointment as the next commissioner of the Texas Credit Union Department


Cornerstone League CEOs Named Luminaries Finalists

Crystal Long of GECU and Jeff Carpenter of WEOKIE Federal Credit Union were recently named finalists in CU Times’ Luminaries Awards.


From Back-Office Burden to Growth Driver: Driving Non-Interest Income Without Compromise

Explore how a modern, compliant overdraft strategy can turn a back-office burden into member-friendly non-interest income.


Elevating Community-Focused Leaders

Cornerstone recognizes the professional advancements and milestones of member credit union leaders and staff.


Service, Talent, and Community

Cornerstone recognizes member credit unions for their growth and endeavors in the community.


Oklahoma Legislative Summary Now Available

The 2025 Oklahoma Legislative Summary is now available, outlining key bills from the 60th Legislature and how they may affect credit unions and their members.


ELEVATE: Leadership, Innovation, YP Energy, and More

From high-energy keynotes to a record-setting SYNG fundraiser, ELEVATE: Credit Union Leadership Summit delivered fresh ideas and shared wins for leaders across the Cornerstone region.


cuLEAD Academy Celebrates Class of 2025

Meet the cuLEAD Academy Class of 2025—emerging leaders with actionable plans, cooperative focus, and a clear path to lasting impact.


RBFCU’s Salvador Guerrero Honored with Inaugural Franklin D. Roosevelt Award

Randolph-Brooks FCU’s Salvador D. Guerrero earns the first-ever Franklin D. Roosevelt Award for standout, yearlong credit union advocacy.


Board Chair Announces New Committee Appointments

New committee appointments are in—see who’s serving and how these groups move our movement forward.


Digital Lending Gets Smarter — Modernizing Payment Protection

Register for this webinar to learn how to embed real-time payment protection into your loan flow to boost member adoption without adding operational friction.


The Final Stretch: How Credit Unions Can Convert Pressure Into Progress

Mid-Q3 is the moment to turn pressure into progress—here’s a focused playbook on loyalty, culture, risk, and cost control.

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