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
May 12
Oklahoma City, OK
May 14
Oklahoma City, OK
July 28-30
Dallas, TX
Sept. 8-11
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
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Announcing the Launch of the Karen Hart Legacy Society
During last week’s IMPACT Virtual event, credit union leaders traveled from near and far to celebrate former EVP/CAO/CFO Karen Hart’s achievements as she leaves behind an incredible 41-year legacy. -
Swinging Into Action While Supporting the Credit Union Movement
In this week’s issue of the Leaguer, we share the first IMPACT Virtual-related recap, as we kick off one of our largest events of the year. -
Cornerstone Foundation Golf Tournaments Raises $63K to Help Credit Unions
The Cornerstone Foundation recently wrapped up one of its major fundraisers, the 24th Annual Golf Tournament, raising more than $63,000. -
Cornerstone Foundation Approves $251K in Grants
The Cornerstone Foundation’s Grants Committee has approved $251,603 in grant funds to support credit unions and chapters in their community outreach endeavors, financial capability initiatives, credit union development, and professional staff and volunteer development.
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Webinar: Opportunity Knocks Presents Opportunity Hub Webinar
OnlineJoin us to learn about Cornerstone Foundation's newest financial wellness preferred partner - Opportunity Knocks. The Opportunity Hub transforms real financial journeys into powerful training experiences. Using real coaching moments and facilitator-ready tools, it helps teams build empathy, strengthen client conversations, and deliver measurable impact in their communities. -
Webinar: Financial Literacy Month Spotlight: Building Better Money Mindsets with Money Habitudes
OnlineIn this session Money Habitudes will explore how our habits, attitudes, and emotions around money shape financial decisions. Participants will gain practical tools and insights to better understand money behaviors and support healthier financial conversations and outcomes. -
Webinar: The Psychology of Financial Decisions: Understanding Client Behavior for Better Outcomes
OnlineIn this session, Money Habitudes explores the psychological factors that shape financial decision-making and how they impact clients’ financial health. The class blends theory with practice—examining the role of Identity, the impact of Scarcity, cultural influences, and stress responses that affect money management.
