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Thank you for demonstrating your commitment to the credit union movement. We are grateful for your membership and support.
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Warm Homes, Lower Bills
As temperatures drop, many households face a spike in energy use that lands on December and January statements. The fix is not all-or-nothing. Small, low-cost improvements layered together can keep rooms comfortable and bills manageable. -
Buy Now, Pay Later and Holiday Returns: Read the Fine Print
“Pay in four” options at online checkout make holiday shopping feel lighter. The convenience is real, but so are the trade-offs—especially when returns and multiple installment plans overlap. -
Side Gigs and Seasonal Work: Keep More of What You Earn
Seasonal shifts bring opportunities to earn extra income—delivering packages, staffing events, tutoring, or picking up retail shifts. The extra dollars help with gifts and travel, but small fees and taxes can erode the benefit if you do not plan ahead.
As a Friend of the Foundation, you have several
exclusive member benefits:
- Champion the people helping people philosophy through monetary and system support.
- Receive a quarterly electronic newsletter from the Foundation on resources, programs, upcoming events, and volunteer opportunities.
- Become eligible for membership opportunities with participating credit unions to access financial products and services.
- Access free, one-on-one financial counseling, debt management services, and financial education resources through the Foundation’s partnership with BALANCE, a leading national nonprofit organization. BALANCE also offers free monthly webinars and workshops.
- Opportunity to elect two Advisory Trustees to represent the interest of the membership on the Cornerstone Foundation’s Board of Trustees.
For more information on membership benefits or how to get more involved with the Foundation, reach out to Foundation staff today!