This Week in the Leaguer

Posted: Jul 15, 2021 | Author: Cornerstone League

Wonderful things are happening among credit unions nationally and in the Cornerstone region. Check out the great articles in this week’s Leaguer.

I’m excited to present our second in a series of Leave a Legacy trailblazers featuring Terrie Johnson, Carolyn Jordan, Shelli McCoy, and Mary Beth Spuck—some inspiring women of Texas credit unions. For their advice to other leaders in the industry, be sure and check out our upcoming social media posts. Do you know someone who is leaving their legacy at your organization? Use #CULeaveALegacy and tell us or show us how they are leaving their mark. If you're not already, you can follow us on social by clicking on the following links: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

Forbes has rolled out its list of Best Credit Unions in Each State. I could not be more pleased to see seven Cornerstone-member credit unions in the top tier. They exemplify the outstanding work credit unions do around our region, as their happy members have testified.

If you’re not a member of the Cornerstone Councils Program, you’re missing out on some excellent benefits and opportunities. Check it out and see which council is right for you.

Your Cornerstone Foundation has partnered with GreenPath Financial Wellness, a leading nonprofit that provides holistic financial education and counseling. Discover how this Preferred Financial Capability Service Provider can help your members.

Looking for a simple way to demonstrate your cooperative spirit? Support your Cornerstone Foundation via payroll deduction. See why Abilene Teachers FCU CEO James Boyd gives to the Foundation and why you should too.

In case you missed it, the CFPB has launched a digital toolkit with pandemic financial relief options. Sharing this toolkit could be a great way to show your struggling members how much you care about their financial well-being.

CO-OP has formalized its long-standing support of AACUC by committing to a five-year corporate sponsorship to help develop, promote, and participate in the Coalition’s events and initiatives. CO-OP is always there to support credit unions.

And finally, we are happy to post the latest about some of our member credit unions in our Regional News section. Be sure to read up on the exciting announcements. We also want to honor the passing of a former league employee, Becky Solomon, and send our condolences to her friends and family.

Thank you for reading and for your membership. We are here to serve and appreciate your feedback. Have a productive week.