Cornerstone Foundation

Credit Union Development

We want credit unions and credit union employees to succeed. That's why the Foundation supports grants for continuous education for employees and volunteers in the credit union movement and hosts a DE Society. The Foundation also offers credit unions creative opportunities to expand membership and support their local community through Friends of the Foundation and Donor Advised Funds. Consider the Foundation an extra boost for your credit union's dreams. Explore our development opportunities below or reach out to learn more. 

Grants

The Foundation offers grants and scholarships for Professional Development, SCMS, Community Development, Chapters, and Disaster Relief.

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Principles & Philosophy Workshop

At this insightful, eye-opening workshop, learn how to put credit union foundational concepts to work in everyday operations, helping you to better meet the needs of your members while solidifying the unique role of financial cooperatives in the market.

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Cornerstone DE Society

The CSCUDE Society fosters engagement among anyone who has successfully earned the Credit Union Development Educator (CUDE) designation in the Cornerstone Region.

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Donor Advised Funds

A Cornerstone Foundation Donor Advised Fund may help your credit union navigate the complex legal and accounting requirements as you start up a charitable organization.

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Friends of the Foundation

By adding the Cornerstone Foundation as an Affiliate Association to your credit union’s field of membership, all ‘Friends of The Foundation’ members will be eligible to join your credit union. Learn more if this could be an opportunity for your credit union.

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Upcoming Events

  • Bourbon, BBQ & Bands 2026

    Kansas City, MO
    A great concert. Your favorite credit union friends. Savory barbecue and smooth bourbon. Celebrate and support the incredible, life-saving impact of Children’s Miracle Network.

  • ALM Webinar Series II: Webinar 3 - GAP

    Online
    As the first webinar in Series II, this session will walk you through interest rate risk: what it is; why it impacts your credit union; and why the NCUA requires regular monitoring.

  • ALM Webinar Series II: Webinar 4 - Organizing an ALM Process

    Online
    As the second webinar in Series II, this session will review the components of an investment and an ALM policy, review an ALM checklist, and discuss a liquidity analysis.

  • Advocacy Update - Kansas - Nov.

    Online
    Credit union advocacy leaders in Kansas are invited to hear the latest policy and political news.

  • 2026 Small CU Q4 Hot Topics Call

    Online
    These calls serve as a forum for sharing insights, exchanging best practices, and fostering collaboration among credit union leaders. We'll discuss pressing issues, trends, or challenges facing your organization and the industry. Q4 Meeting Topic: Current AI Trends

Questions?

For questions if a specific need is eligible for grant assistance, please contact Grants Manager Emily Moreno.