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.
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.
Featured Foundation Events
July 28-30
Dallas, TX
Sept. 8-11
Camdenton, MO
Sept. 22-23
Denver, CO
Oct. 15
St. Louis, 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
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Liberty County Teachers FCU makes impact with Foundation grant
Liberty County Teachers Federal Credit Union recently obtained a development grant from the Cornerstone Foundation to offer new digital banking services that would enable the credit union to serve virtually and remotely. -
Join Cornerstone Foundation to learn about Best Money Moves
Cornerstone Foundation recently announced its new Preferred Financial Capability partnership with Best Money Moves, an award-winning mobile-first financial wellness program for consumers and their credit unions to help members measure and reduce their level of financial stress in 15 categories. -
With payroll deduction, you support CUs and your Foundation
It's no secret—our Cornerstone credit unions and their employees want to support the communities in which they live and work. -
Foundation Impact Report tells story in numbers
From year to year, it can be hard to remember all the good work that the Cornerstone Foundation makes possible, along with the support of our members.
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Foundation Coffee Talk - July 2026
OnlineWhether 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. -
Principles & Philosophy Workshop
Plano, TXAn event dedicated to the cooperative principles and the credit union difference. Ideal for individuals just getting started in the movement or those looking for a refresher. -
Foundation Coffee Talk - Aug. 2026
OnlineWhether 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.
