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 14
Oklahoma City, OK
May 12
Oklahoma City, OK
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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Serve on the Cornerstone Foundation Board of Trustees
Help shape the future of financial well-being in your community—apply now to serve on the Cornerstone Foundation Board of Trustees. -
BALANCED Life Brings Budgeting to Life for Students
UP Federal Credit Union shares how BALANCED Life is helping students understand the impact of everyday financial decisions. -
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.
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Foundation Coffee Talk - Feb. 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. -
Webinar: Gaining Control of Your Spending
OnlineJoin GreenPath for an engaging session designed to help you take control of your financial future. We will also share how GreenPath, a trusted resource for financial counseling and education, can support you on your journey toward financial well-being. -
DEs and Credit Union Cooperators Dig In
OnlineJoin our quarterly CUDEs/CCUCs DIG In webinar series to collaborate with fellow DEs and CCUCs, ask for input on DE projects, and learn about industry initiatives that support development issues.
