Friends of the Foundation Newsletter
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Avoiding Lifestyle Creep as the Weather Warms Up
Spring brings a breath of fresh air—not just in nature but in our routines. With warmer weather, longer days, and a packed social calendar, it’s easy to feel the urge to say “yes” more often.
Graduation Season Giving: Celebrate Generously Without Overspending
Graduation season can be joyful and expensive, but a simple plan can help families celebrate generously without putting too much strain on the budget.
Preparing for Seasonal Spending
Discover how a clear plan and realistic expectations can help your family can enjoy the season, protect the progress you have made, and head into the season feeling confident.
A Message From the Executive Director
With your continued support, the Cornerstone Foundation and our credit union partners were able to respond to real needs in real time—expanding access to financial education, strengthening community programs, and helping...
Resetting Financial Goals After a Tough Year
Some years go exactly as planned. Others don’t. If the past year felt more like survival than progress, you’re not alone—and you’re not behind.
Emergency Funds Revisited: How Much Is Enough Now?
For years, the advice around emergency savings was simple: aim for three to six months of expenses. While that guidance is still helpful, today’s economic realities have made that target feel out of reach for many households.
Fraud Isn’t Always Digital: Protect Yourself From Scams
When people think about fraud, they often picture suspicious emails or fake websites. While digital scams remain common, some of today’s most effective fraud schemes happen by phone using pressure, authority, and urgency rather than technology.
Understanding Credit Union Differences During Financial Hardship
Financial hardship doesn’t discriminate. It can affect individuals and families regardless of income, planning, or experience. What often makes the biggest difference during these moments isn’t the hardship itself—but where you turn for support.
Why Budgeting Is Hard (and Three Tips to Make It Easier)
Budgeting is often framed as a math problem, but in reality, it’s deeply tied to human behavior. Emotions, habits, stress, and convenience all influence spending decisions—often more than logic or intention.
A Message From the Executive Director
As we close out the third quarter, I want to thank you for the steady, tangible ways you’ve supported the Cornerstone Foundation and the credit unions we serve. Because of your generosity and partnership, more people in our...
Holiday Scam Shield: Protect Your Wallet and Your Heart
The fall-to-winter stretch is peak season for good deeds—and for fraud. Shopping ramps up, charitable appeals increase, and travel plans multiply.
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