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

  • Innovation Bootcamp: Session One

    Online
    Three-part workshop series to equip credit unions of all sizes with powerful tools, strategic direction, and practical applications for growth and innovation.

  • Pull for PAC

    Columbia, MO
    Join fellow credit union advocates for a day of fun, fellowship, and fundraising at the Pull for PAC event—supporting the Credit Union Political Action Committee (CUPAC) of Missouri!

  • Houston Chapter Annual Meeting & Business Expo

    Houston, TX
    Join the Houston Chapter of Credit Unions for their annual meeting, casino night, and business expo.

  • Innovation Bootcamp: Session Two

    Online
    Three-part workshop series to equip credit unions of all sizes with powerful tools, strategic direction, and practical applications for growth and innovation.

  • Mastering Board Leadership Bootcamp 2026

    Online
    This session is designed to equip board members and chairs with the tools, frameworks, and mindsets required to govern with confidence, clarity, and cohesion.

Questions?

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