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We Need Your Help to Prevent Burdensome IRS Reporting
Congressional policymakers are eyeing unconventional sources of revenue to fund their infrastructure plans. One proposal under consideration would require credit unions and other financial institutions to report to the Internal Revenue Service how much money has gone into and out of accounts holding more than $600.
Meet Your Lawmakers at This Year’s Hike at Home, Oct. 18–22
This year, Cornerstone League will hold a virtual Hike at Home on Oct. 18–22,* similar to the very successful virtual hike we held in 2020. Please mark your calendars so you’re sure to join us.
Amarillo Chapter Raises $48,667 for CMN and CU4Kids
The Amarillo Area Chapter of Credit Unions held its annual golf tournament July 19 at the Tascosa Golf Club in Amarillo and raised more than $48,667 for the Children’s Miracle Network and Credit Unions for Kids.
In This Week's Leaguer
Cornerstone League members are invited to join us for our virtual Hike at Home on Oct. 18–22. It’s an outstanding opportunity to engage with our nation’s policymakers, and an excellent learning opportunity. Let’s make our voices heard!
We Need Your Help to Prevent Burdensome IRS Reporting
Congressional policymakers are eyeing unconventional sources of revenue to fund their infrastructure plans. One proposal under consideration would require credit unions and other financial institutions to report to the Internal Revenue Service how much money has gone into and out of accounts holding more than $600.
In This Week’s Leaguer
We are pleased to present this week’s Leaguer with articles on the upcoming CUNA GAC, essential ALM education, a podcast recommendation, interesting regional news, and more to help you stay “in the know.”
Mark Your Calendar for the 2022 CUNA GAC
Save the date! CUNA’s annual Governmental Affairs Conference will take place Feb. 27 through March 3, 2022, in Washington, D.C.
Why You Need Asset/Liability Management Education
Understanding the concepts of asset/liability management is key to ensuring a credit union is financially stable.
The Cornerstone League Impact Report Is Here
While the early days of the pandemic are far behind us, it’s important to examine the ways in which we as credit union people responded to the challenges so we could continue to support you—our members.
Cornerstone CEO Caroline Willard Featured on CUNA News Podcast
On the latest CUNA News Podcast, Cornerstone League President/CEO Caroline Willard is the featured guest discussing bank sales to credit unions.
SAFE Banking Act Added to NDAA
Tuesday night, by voice vote, an amendment adding the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act to the FY22 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) passed.
Don’t Be Lulled into a False Sense of Security
Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the middle class reports heightened confidence and optimism in their financial security and retirement prospects, according to new survey data from CUNA Mutual Group.
Texas Trust Credit Union Receives Readers’ Choice Awards
Financial consumers in Arlington and Mansfield, Texas, have voted Texas Trust Credit Union as best credit union in the “Arlington Today” and “Living Magazine” Readers’ Choice awards.
UFCU Announces Scholarship Partnership with Texas State University Athletics
UFCU, Austin’s largest locally owned financial institution, continues its commitment to higher education with the announcement of a scholarship partnership with Texas State University Athletics.
Peters Named VP of Member Experience for Diamond Lakes FCU
Rachel Peters has been named the new vice president of member experience for Diamond Lakes Federal Credit Union headquartered in Malvern, Ark. She will lead all aspects of enhancing member experience.
Resource One CU’s Jennifer Grinder Graduates from SCMS
Resource One Credit Union, serving Dallas and Harris counties, announced that Jennifer Grinder, chief retail officer, graduated from Southwest CUNA Management School Class of 2020 (which was delayed until 2021 due to the pandemic).
In This Week’s Leaguer
Big news in credit unions this week as we give you the 411 on exciting new podcasts, vaccine mandates, legacy makers, disaster aid, employee minimum wages, and more.
Cornerstone League Launches Podcast to Explore Credit Union News, Resources, and Trends
Cornerstone League has launched the Cornerstone League Podcast, which is now available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
The Vaccine Mandates: What They Mean for Your Credit Union
President Joe Biden issued a COVID-19 Action Plan, “Path out of the Pandemic,” which includes an effort to reduce the number of unvaccinated Americans by using regulatory powers and other actions to increase vaccination numbers.
Leave a Legacy: Small Credit Union Leaders, Big Impact
Welcome to our fourth installment of Leave a Legacy, the initiative that shines a grateful spotlight on some of our movement’s most successful leaders.
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