Awards & Recognition
2026 Award Deadlines
Dec. 31, 2025
- Ian Dunlap Advocacy Award
(Missouri only) (deadline extended)
Feb. 6, 2026
- Hall of Fame
- Professional of the Year
- Small CU Achiever’s Award
- Volunteer of the Year
- Young Professional of the Year
- Chapter of the Year
- Pinnacle Awards - early bird deadline
Feb. 25, 2026
- Pinnacle Awards - final deadline
Hall of Fame
Honoring those with a history of service to credit unions and a record of achievement throughout their career.
Professional of the Year Award
Recognizes accomplishments in support of the credit union movement by professionals.
Small Credit Union Achiever's Award
Recognizes accomplishments in support of the credit union movement by professionals at small credit unions.
Volunteer of the Year Award
Recognizes accomplishments in time and effort in support by credit union volunteers.
Young Professional of the Year Award
Recognizes young professionals who have demonstrated leadership and a passion for making a difference in the credit union movement.
Chapter of the Year Award
Recognizes chapters for their contributions to the success of the credit union movement in the Cornerstone region.
National Community Service Awards
Three national awards recognizing financial education, social responsibility, and member service.
Pinnacle Awards
Recognizes credit union achievements and excellence in marketing and business development.
ImPACt Award
Recognizes credit union professionals who excel in their political action fundraising via the ImPACt Award.
Ian Dunlap Advocacy Award
Recognizes individuals demonstrating outstanding leadership, innovation, commitment, and collaboration in advocacy on behalf of MO credit unions.
Memorials
Honoring credit union leaders in the region who have passed away during the past 12 months.