Foundation
True to our "People Helping People" philosophy, and our mission, "Empowering Credit Unions to Impact Their Communities," we are dedicated to helping credit unions make an impact in the lives of the members and communities they serve.
The Cornerstone Foundation receives financial support from credit unions, corporate partners, individuals, Cornerstone League, Cornerstone Resources, and grants from other foundations.
Discover how your foundation put its mission into action.
2023 Foundation Impact Report
Support Your Foundation
Join the individuals and organizations working together to strengthen the credit union movement.
Apply for a Grant
The Cornerstone Foundation provides grants and scholarships to support professional development, community development projects, and disaster relief.
Fundraising Events
May 13
Round Rock, TX
Round Rock, TX
May 15
Round Rock, TX
Round Rock, TX
Sept 30 - Oct. 2
Camdenton, MO
Camdenton, MO
Your Goals... Your Growth... Your Foundation
We are working to make an impact through three main initiatives:
Financial Wellness
Promote and implement financial education.
CU Development
Provide assistance for credit union staff training.
Disaster Relief
Support employees & volunteers after a disaster.
Inside the Foundation
News
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Coaching, Culture, and Community: Top Takeaways from CU FinHealth25
Credit union pros explore how coaching, culture, and creative tools like gamification can transform financial wellness strategies in powerful new ways. -
Cornerstone Foundation Grant Helps CU Provide Life-Saving AEDs
Discover how a Cornerstone Foundation grant helped Arsenal Credit Union turn community care into life-saving action, starting with AEDs in schools and branches. -
Empower Your Team and Strengthen Your Mission with FiCEP
Becoming a Certified Credit Union Financial Counselor equips you with the skills to help members facing financial stress.
Events
Foundation BASH
Round Rock, TX
Celebrate the impact of your Foundation at the Foundation BASH, taking place during IMPACT: Cornerstone Annual Meeting.
DEs and Credit Union Cooperators Dig In
Online
Join our quarterly CUDEs/CCUCs DIG In webinar series to strengthen your credit union's community impact. We'll explore the 12 critical development issues affecting your members and employees, from financial inclusion to technological adaptation.
Foundation Coffee Talk - May
Online
Whether you’re looking for answers to your questions, exploring new opportunities like grant applications, or just want to chat about the impact your credit union is making, Coffee Talk is your space to engage with your Foundation staff.
Webinar: Credit Mountain "The Warm Decline"
Online
Did you know that 70%+ of the borrowers you decline will NEVER apply for a loan with your Credit Union again? Join the webinar hosted by Credit Mountain to learn about their flagship product, The Warm Decline.
