News Posts Archive - California's Credit Unions and Nevada's Credit Unions

Affordability and Consumer Protection with Rep. Barragan

Rep. Nanette Barragan discusses local issues with credit union leaders at Kinecta Federal Credit Union.

Velera Blog: Modernizing APIs for a More Connected Credit Union

How Straight-Through Processing Helps CUs Close More Deals

Leaders Meet with Natasha Johnson, Highlighting CUs’ Impact

California Assemblymember Natasha Johnson (center) with local credit union leaders.

Advocacy in Action: Wins and Engaged Bills in Sacramento

State capitol building in Sacramento, California.

GNCU Helps Families Start Saving Early Through Partnership

Through its longstanding partnership with Renown Children’s Hospital, Greater Nevada Credit Union provides a piggy bank for every baby born there.

SoCal Students Ready to Learn Thanks to SDCCU’s Stuff the Bus

School students with their backpacks get on a bus.

EECU Provides Nearly $9,000 in Grants to New Teachers

First-year Sanger Unified School District teachers received envelopes with $150 from Educational Employees Credit Union to help with classroom supplies and other expenses.

Steve Sercu Named a Hero by America’s Credit Union Museum

Steve Sercu, Executive Vice President and Chief Intelligence Officer for University Credit Union.

Cabrillo CU Sponsors 23rd Annual Sharp HospiceCare Dinner

‘A Steady Signal in a Noisy World’: Celebrate CUs on October 15

How One CU Achieved 12× ROI by Winning Top-of-Wallet Status

Washing Historic Aircraft at Aerospace Museum of California

Historic airplane in a museum.

Judy Chu: Disaster Help, Supporting Businesses, & Opportunity

Congresswoman Judy Chu represents California’s 28th Congressional District.

Redwood CU and Partners Offer Free Financial Wellness Days

Redwood Credit Union community members in a classroom.

Create CU Selected for At-Risk Youth Financial Wellbeing Grant

Youth in a group, talking and consoling each other.

Beth Ellis Named President & CEO, Succeeding Tony Kitt

Beth Ellis will become Plexcity's next President and CEO, effective December 1, 2026.

A Decade of Purpose, Action, Insights, and Impact

CA CUs Demonstrate How their Model Expands Opportunity

Credit unions are demonstrating how the cooperative financial model expands opportunity during Hispanic Heritage Month.

Pacific Coast Network Builds Connections and Future Advocates

(Left) Jeremy Empol, President and CEO of California’s and Nevada’s Credit Unions, with Pacific Coast Network professionals from eight credit unions.

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Jacqui Irwin: Financial Health, Fraud, and Consumer Protection

(Top) California Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (center), candidate for California’s 26th Congressional District, with local credit union leaders.

Delta Schools FCU Partners with School on Student-Run Branch

Delta Schools Federal Credit Union leaders, school officials, and students at the Freedom High School student-run credit union branch in Oakley, CA.

Eagle Community CU Strengthens Concordia Veterans Center

Top: Veterans Resource Center volunteers shopping at Costco; Bottom: Carolyn Jackson (left), Business Development Officer for Eagle Community Credit Union, delivers a $500 Costco gift card to the SSG Matthew Thompson Veterans Resource Center.

Priority One CU Celebrates 100 Years of Service & Empowerment

(Left) Founding leaders of Postal Credit Union of Los Angeles; (top right) Charles Wiggington Sr., President and CEO of Priority One Credit Union.

Permanent Injunction on IFPA: Federal Credit Unions

A legislative bill being signed near a gavel on a desk.

Leaders Take CU Message to Congress During ‘Hike the Hill’

California and Nevada credit union leaders engaged congressional lawmakers, staff, and federal regulators during Hike The Hill this week.

George Whitesides: Fraud Prevention and Community Priorities

Rep. George Whitesides with credit union leaders during this week’s Hike The Hill.

Leaders Meet with Juan Vargas; Discuss Protecting Consumers

Rep. Juan Vargas (left) with California’s and Nevada’s Credit Unions President and CEO Jeremy Empol and credit union leaders.

Newsom Launches Plan to Close Insurance Rebuilding Gap

A legislative bill being signed near a gavel on a desk.

FHLBank San Francisco: $10M in Economic Development Grants

Man on his phone.

Help League Reach $500k for Sacramento Semester Program

College cap hat on top of dollar bills.

Juan Vargas: Providing Economic Opportunities for Families

U.S. Representative Juan Vargas represents California’s 52nd Congressional District.

CU4Kids’ 40th Campaign, and New Digital Giving Opportunities

A child in a hospital bed, smiling at an adult.

CUs Discuss Affordability and State Charter with Xavier Becerra

Former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra (center) with California's and Nevada's Credit Unions President and CEO Jeremy Empol (center-right) and credit union leaders.

CA and NV Leaders to Arrive as Congress Engages Key Issues

Washington, D.C. Capitol Hill building.

$20K in Scholarships: Cuesta & Allan Hancock College Students

CoastHills Credit Union recently donated $10,000 to Cuesta College and $10,000 to Allan Hancock College.

Kinecta FCU Hosts 17th Annual Back-to-School Backpack Drive

Kinecta Federal Credit Union recently provided backpacks to students selected through community partners.

OC CHOC Walk Raises $60,000 for Rady Children’s Health

The CHOC Walk that SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union participated in raised $2.9 million in support of pediatric care for children and families.

Three California Credit Union Leaders Earn CUDE Designation

Rize CU Hosts Business Lending Roundtable with Legislator

Congressman Gil Cisneros (center right) with local credit union leaders.

CUs Join Lawmaker to Address Housing Affordability Challenges

Congressman George Whitesides (center) with local credit union leaders.

Carefull Named a 2026 Credit Union Times Luminaries Finalist

Auto Lending: What Credit Union Lenders Need to Know Now

The CU Advantage: Engaged Teams, Bold Innovation

AltaOne CU Provides Access to Earned Wages Before Payday

A man's hands at a lap top, paying bills.

Jack Henry’s Response Statement to Cybersecurity Incident

First Entertainment CU Celebrates Latino Stories at Film Festival

Movie-goers in a theater, enjoying a big-screen movie.

NuvisionCares: Clothing, Essentials, and Youth School Supplies

Nuvision staff and volunteers supporting the Anchorage Cops for Community 12th Annual Clothesline Project, Contra Costa County’s White Pony Express, and Robyne’s Nest.

ArrowHeart Foundation Lights Up the Night: National Night Out

ArrowHeart Foundation and Arrowhead Credit Union participating at the National Night Out event in Fontana, CA.

Foundation Invites SoCal Teachers to Apply for Fall Grants

A money bag with a college cap on top.

Nevada Credit Unions Step Up for Communities Amid Wildfires

Wildfire survivor, a man, looking at his burned home and property.

Compass Community CU Hosts Two Life-Saving Blood Drives

A nurse holding a fake heart.

EECU and The Salvation Army Help Students Prepare

The Salvation Army staff and Educational Employees Credit Union volunteers prepare backpacks and school supplies for local students in Clovis as part of the Back-to-School Backpack Program.

Leaders & Organizations Honored for Contributions to CU Movement

Nader Moghaddam, Leo H. Shapiro Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient and President and CEO of Financial Partners Credit Union.

CA Legislative Session Adjourns: Bills Defeated and Bills of Note

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California SaaS Tax Issue Not Addressed; Fight Continues

State capitol building in Sacramento, CA.

Advancing Communities Together (ACT) Hosts First Event

RMJ Launches Redesigned Bite of Reality App with Modern Look

Man on his phone.

Nelson: Shared Service, Independence, & Future of Leagues

Stephen Nelson, Executive Director of Fuel Solutions.

League System Launches Cybersecurity Awareness Toolkit

"Think Before You Click" Cybersecurity Awareness Toolkit campaign image.

CSU Highlights CU Movement’s $1M DC Scholars Endowment

Corporate professionals clapping in a group.

CA and NV CUs Honored Among the Best Workplaces of 2026

A man taking a survey on his lap top.

Shapiro Summit Draws Record Attendance as Small CUs Collaborate

Small credit union leaders from California, Nevada, and Utah gathered in Anaheim for the 2026 Shapiro Summit from August 21-22.

Crews Designated Chair of NCUA Board Following Confirmation

John Crews, Chair of the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board.

Pete Aguilar: Supporting the Inland Empire’s Working Families

U.S. Representative Pete Aguilar represents California’s 33rd Congressional District.

Velera Releases New Playbook to Help CU Manage Consumer-Engaged Fraud

Central California Network Discusses Future of CU Movement

Forty-five attendees from 11 credit unions came together in Fresno for an opportunity to learn, connect, and discuss issues shaping the future of the credit union movement.

Empol & Nelson: ‘Three Bucket’ Strategy Fueling CU Advocacy

(L-R clockwise) Stephen Nelson, Executive Director of Fuel Solutions; Mike Lawson of CU Broadcast; and Jeremy Empol, President and CEO of California’s and Nevada’s Credit Unions.

League Submits Comments on PAGA Regs and M&A Proposals

Webinar and document lap top illustration.

House Bill Offers Investment Authority Flexibility for CUs

Nuvision CU Celebrates Members, Partners, and Community

Nuvision Credit Union staff share a team moment during the celebration.

Hoehn Family of Dealerships Matches Donations at SDCCU

Homeless school student sitting on a street curb.

Top Bay Area Corporate Philanthropist for 11th Year

Group of diverse volunteers collaborating, packing essential food and supplies into cardboard boxes for charity and community support

America’s Christian CU Helps Schools Transform their Presence

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Altura CU Earns CDFI Designation to Serve Community

A mother and fathers' hands cupping an illustration of their household family on a table with a pen, calculator, and piggy bank.

NCUA: Implementation of New FCU Board Meeting Requirements

An office worker's hand points to a piece of paper on a desk, showing a colleague legal paperwork.

Victory in Sacramento: CRA-Style Mandate in AB 801 is Defeated

California state capitol dome on top of building in Sacramento.

CA Suspense File Results: CU Victories & Bills Moving Forward

State capitol building in Sacramento, CA.

Congresswoman Joins CU Leaders for Housing Affordability Chat

Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove (center in top photo) and former Acting U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Adrianne Todman (center-right in bottom photo) with local credit union leaders.

CU SoCal Donates $20K to Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce

A small business owner on her lap top.

PremierOne CU Awards Scholarships to Outstanding Students

An energetic, young student with her friends.

Tony Strickland: Opportunity, Fiscal Responsibility, and Safety

California State Senator Tony Strickland represents the state's 36th Senate District.

TruStage’s Latest Recovery Progress Recap on Cyber Incident

Cybersecurity icon illustration with a consumer having trouble accessing accounts remotely on his smartphone.

Kinecta FCU Helps Watts Students Start the School Year Strong

California State Assembly Candidate Ayanna Davis with local kids at Kinecta Federal Credit Union’s 17th Annual Backpack Distribution Day.

The Warning Signs Are Already in Your Data

Case Study: Preventing Fraud on Multiple Fronts

Make Your Credit Union’s Vote Count: 2026 Online Elections

Board table in a board room, with chairs, papers, and glasses of water.

Back-to-School Supplies for Local Boys & Girls Clubs

North Island Credit Union representatives distribute backpacks to Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego Club kids.

U.S. Senate Confirms John Crews to Serve on the NCUA Board

John Crews, Chair of the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board.

ArrowHeart Foundation Receives the Golden Spatula Award

Ronald McDonald House Executive Director Jernine McBride and Development Director Thomas Franke presenting the Ronald McDonald House Inland Empire Golden Spatula Award to Arrowhead Credit Union and the ArrowHeart Foundation.

‘Check Yourself’ Kicks Off to Combat Rising Check Fraud Threats

America Saves collage.

Gary Perez Honored with Pete Crear Lifetime Achievement Award

Gary Perez, CEO of USC Credit Union and honoree of the 2026 Pete Crear Lifetime Achievement Award.

Disaster Rebuilding Assistance Program: App Enrollment

House icon made of wood, sitting in burning ashes.

Breakdown of the NCUA’s Eleven New Finalized Rules

National Credit Union Administration Board room.

Deepfake Fraud Reshapes Digital Risk for Credit Unions

Velera Launches Risk Alert Manager to Strengthen Fraud Detection and Response Time

Rize Credit Union Celebrates Lynwood Branch with Ceremony

Nuvision Credit Union’s Lynwood, CA branch offers bilingual financial services, personalized banking assistance, and guidance tailored to the needs of local residents.

‘NuvisionCares for Kids’ Clothing Drive Supports Local Families

Treasurer Ma Revisits Cannabis Banking with CU Voices at Table

California State Treasurer Fiona Ma (left center) brought together financial institutions, state agencies, and industry leaders for an important discussion on cannabis banking.

NCUA Raises ‘America 250’ Flag to Commemorate Anniversary

The America 250 flag will remain displayed at the NCUA Central Office until December 31, 2026.

SoCal Multi-Network Golf Tournament Raises $115K for PAC

128 golfers took to the course and raised an impressive $115,206 toward the credit union cause.

System Restoration Underway as Policyholders are Reassured

Cybersecurity illustrative icon in front of an office workers hands on a lap top keyboard.

SDCCU Raises $24,352 for Regional Children’s Hospitals

Teamwork hands and fists in a circle at the office.

EECU Reaches $2 Million Milestone in Student Grant Awards

Linda Herrera, a two-time recipient of an Educational Employees Credit Union Student Grant, attends UC Santa Barbara and is one of many students who have benefited from EECU's Student Grant Program.

American First CU and Farr’s Best: $100K College Campaign

Farr's Best Family Leadership Summit 2026 at Sacramento State University's Black Honors College.

Birnie Delivers Engaging Address to WCMS Graduates

(Top) WCMS President and Dean Dr. Michael Steinberger reflects on the legacies that alumni have conferred on the credit union movement during this year's Psi Class commencement graduation ceremony. (Bottom) This year's WCMS Psi Class.

House Clears Gov. Funding and Main Street Capital Access Act

Congressional building capitol dome in Washington, D.C.

NCUA Nominee Advances; CFPB Nominee Testimony Heard

John Crews, Chair of the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board.

Rize CU Honors Advocates for Expanding Financial Empowerment

Teamwork hands in a circle.

Campaign Launches: Stop Check Fraud Before it Starts

The "dollars" and security lock-box icon on a printed check.

SaaS Tax: California’s Credit Unions’ Advocacy Efforts Continue

A legislative bill being signed near a gavel on a desk.

Travis CU Named Air Force Credit Union of the Year

California CU Launches School Drive with TV Networks

Smiling school girl sitting at her bedroom desk.

First Entertainment CU Launches All-In Summer Campaign

A young man's hands typing and doing banking on his lap top in his room.

Nuvision and Greenlight: Financial Empowerment for Families

A young woman smiling as she deposits a coin in her piggy bank on her bedroom desk.

WCMS ‘Innovators Challenge’ Draws a Record 430 Students

Top: The winning team (Crossroads Support Team, Omega Class of 2027) from left to right — Amanda Morton, Angelica Zaya, Wendy Galea, Ursula Montgomery, Jessica Martinez, Raquel Lemire, JT Rogers, Derek Reeser, and Brent Tercero. Bottom: Innovation Coach Panel from left to right — Ryan Myers, Aleks Bogoeski, Brian Hendricks, Tiffany Doty, Bella Scott, Megan Freshour, McKaye Black, Stephen Nelson, Shazia Manus, and Jeff Ramos.

Employees Donate to 13th Annual Clothing and Shoe Drive

(L-R) Arturo Lisana and Paul Calloway from Christian Outreach in Action, along with Luis Alejandre from LBS Financial Credit Union.

Credit Union Leaders Meet with CA State Senator Strickland

California State Senator Tony Strickland with local credit union leaders at Credit Union of Southern California’s Whittier, CA branch.

Leaders from Mid-Sized CUs Meet to Tackle Unique Issues

California, Nevada, and Utah credit union leaders at the Mid-Size Credit Union Fly-In.

Los Angeles FCU Awards $90,000 in Scholarships to Students

Los Angeles Federal Credit Union scholarship winners (2026 Jack C. Mathews Scholarship recipients) with LAFCU CEO Anthony Cuevas (holding the check) to celebrate their achievement of winning ten $9,000 scholarship awards.

The Return of Ragnar: Familiar Face for New Ad Campaign

Star One Credit Union's "Ragnar," the barbarian.

Golden 1 CU Launches Branch and Financial Resource Center

A married couple receives financial advice from a credit union counselor.

Driving Innovation, Supporting Staff, and Investing in Students

(L-R) May Xiong, Amy Macias-Stowe, Krystle Peay, Josh Smith and Machelle Martin — with SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and Sacramento State staff and leadership.

Senior Advocate Program Blocks $9.6 Million in Elder Fraud

A person's hands holding a phone and a debit card in front of a lap top, purchasing a good or service online.

Newsom: Lenders Must Provide Timely, Fair Fire Payouts

Financial counselor advising a credit union member.

TruStage: Registration is Now Open for Discovery 2026

Jeremy Empol Outlines Vision for CA and NV’s Credit Unions

NCUA Interim Final Rule Shows Federal Preemption of IFPA

A woman's hands typing on a lap top.

CU Board Modernization Act to Become Law at Midnight

U.S. Congress capitol building dome with the American flag.

Meriwest CU Celebrates 65 Years of Member Focused Service

Clapping and congratulating employees in a large group.

CA and NV Advocates Who are Fueling the CU Movement

Teamwork clap in the office.

Arrowhead CU Celebrates 1 Year of Serving Bullhead Community

Over the past year, Arrowhead Credit Union participated in the Bullhead City Farmer’s Market on five occasions, strengthening connections with local members and families.

Birthday Benefit Bash Hits High Note for Youth Music Programs

Redwood Credit Union’s fourth annual Birthday Benefit Bash community fundraiser raised more than $43,000 to benefit a trio of youth music education programs.

CU SoCal Helps Kick Off the School Year from July to August

School kids running together toward their school building.

#ILoveMyCreditUnion Day Returns on July 31

"I Love My Credit Union" 2026 marketing promotional image.

FHLBank Awards $66.3M for Affordable Housing in CA and NV

A young father, mother, and child in the front yard of their new home.

Fraud: Protecting Members from Themselves

Renewal Readiness and Alternative Benefits Strategies for CUs

Championing Industry Innovation, Leadership, and Wellbeing

Recent First Entertainment Credit Union events where the credit union stepped up to serve the community and members.

Empowering Neighbors & Opening New Doors to Homeownership

A young married couple happily showing off keys to their new home.

Campaign to Raise Reputation of CUs with Policymakers

A lawmaker's chief-of-staff reads on his phone in the office.

Powering the Leagues and CU Advocacy — One Year In

(L-R) California’s and Nevada’s Credit Unions President and CEO Jeremy Empol, and Utah’s Credit Unions President and CEO Rusty Cannon.

Diane Dixon: Growth, Responsibility, Safety, and Accountability

California Assemblymember Diane Dixon.

NCUA Issues IFR on Non-Interest Fees: Please Submit Comment

NCUA boardroom.

SCOTUS Rules President Can Fire Federal Agency Officials

U.S. Supreme Court building.

California Governor Signs SaaS Tax Bill Into Law

Office with sledgehammer in front, lawyers and clients discussing court issues or justice at meeting Law and order. The concept of courts and legislatures.

Business Partner Spotlight: Eltropy

Quaranta and Wilson Promoted to Key Advocacy Positions

(L-R) California’s Credit Unions and Nevada’s Credit Unions Senior Vice President of Regulatory Advocacy Lisa Quaranta and Executive Vice President Robert Wilson — effective July 1.

Board Nominee John Crews Testifies on Capitol Hill

John Crews, Chair of the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board.

Governor Signs $11.25B Housing Bond for November Ballot

California Governor Gavin Newsom alongside state legislators as he signs Senate Bill 417.

ArrowHeart and Ronald McDonald Team Up for Brunch Buddies

A girl drinking out of a cup while sitting at a table.

Bay Fed Announces 2026 Education Scholarship Recipients

Winners of Bay Federal Credit Union's 2026 Education Scholarship and Mac McCormac Employee Scholarship.

Patelco CU Earns National Honor for Financial Education

Patelco Credit Union podcast marketing promotional pictures in the podcast studio.

Breeze Spending Account Earns ‘Bank On’ Certification

A mother and fathers' hands cupping an illustration of their household family on a table with a pen, calculator, and piggy bank.

Governor Newsom’s 1st Tech Fraud Task Force Meeting

Governor Gavin Newsom (right) at the first meeting of California’s Tech Fraud Task Force, along with California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) Commissioner KC Mohseni (top left) and other leaders.

Blanca Rubio: Dedicated to Supporting Working Families

California Assemblymember Blanca Rubio.

Michelle Rodriguez: Committed to Strengthening Communities

California Assemblymember Michelle Rodriguez.

Rep. David Valadao and CUs Tackle Local and Regional Issues

Congressman David Valadao (center) with local credit union leaders at Valley Strong Credit Union.

CUs Meet with Rep. Sanchez: Financial Security & Partnerships

Congresswoman Linda Sanchez (center) with local credit union leaders at Financial Partners Credit Union.

League Represents CUs During CA Senate Banking Hearing

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Senator Cortez Masto Introduces Legislation to Support CUs

Legislative committee hearing podium microphone.

Assemblymember Papan and CUs Talk Fraud, AI, Housing & More

California Assemblymember Diane Papan (center) with local credit union leaders at Monterra Credit Union.

36 CU Professionals Graduate as Certified Financial Counselors

Credit union professionals who completed the Financial Counselor Academy (FCA) program with leaders from California's and Nevada's Credit Unions and the Richard Myles Johnson Foundation (RMJ).

SAFE CU Announces Partnership with A’s and River Cats

Silhouette of baseball fans at a baseball game.

CA and NV Credit Unions Make Forbes ‘Best In State’ 2026 List

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Innovision Society Winners and Eighth ‘Defying the Odds’ Event

(Top) Recipients of the Kinecta Scholarship and Innovision Society’s Teaching Grant programs; (bottom) participants in the “Defying the Odds” Black History Month event.

FHLB San Francisco’s Impact Report: $92.2M in Grants

Fighting Member Target Fraud Starts Inside the Credit Union

The Impact of Offering Digital Investing for Credit Unions

League Opposes SaaS Tax in California Budget Trailer Bill

California state capitol dome on top of building in Sacramento.

Nevada Primary Election Recap: Congressional and State Races

A line of voters on election day.

Banking Chair Grayson Has Productive Conversation with CUs

California Senate Banking and Financial Institutions Committee Chair Tim Grayson (center) with Sacramento-area credit union leaders.

CU SoCal Welcomes HS Business Academy Students for HQ Tour

High schoolers hanging out with each other.

PremierOne CU’s ‘Beyond the Classroom’ Supports School Staff

School teacher in a classroom of children.

Former CFPB Deputy Nominated as Bureau Director

CFPB office building.

Nuvision’s Literacy Program Helps Students Build Money Skills

Graduating high school seniors from Costa Mesa High School receive their scholarships and participate in the final-class-of-the-year ceremony.

Carefull Expands Financial Safety Platform with New Companion App

Eagle Community Partners with Feed SoCal to Provide 20K Meals

Local news channel ABC-7 spotlights Eagle Community Credit Union leaders for fighting against local food insecurity through partnering with Feed SoCal.

NASCUS Exec Forum: Leaders Address Fraud, AI, and Regulation

(Top left) Jeremy Empol, President and CEO of California’s and Nevada’s Credit Unions; (right) Purvi Patel, Deputy Commissioner of Credit Unions for the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI); and (bottom) a panel of speakers.

California League Seeks Input for State Charter Review

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CU Impact: Leaders Turn Intention into Evidence and Outreach

This year’s CU Impact message was clear: the future of credit unions won’t be defined by what the movement’s leaders believe — it will be defined by what they can prove.

Regulators: Tailored Supervision, Innovation, Digital Integration

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Assembly Bill 130 Litigation Update: Evaluating CUs’ Next Steps

Office with sledgehammer in front, lawyers and clients discussing court issues or justice at meeting Law and order. The concept of courts and legislatures.

California Primary Election Recap: Congressional & State Races

Voters waiting in line to vote.

CUs Support Members & Communities After Chemical Emergency

Credit Union of Southern California worked with Garden Grove city officials to support community relief during the recent chemical plant emergency — culminating in a $10,000 donation to the Garden Grove Elks Lodge.

CMN Research Recap Webinar on CUs’ Charitable Giving

Advocacy Roundtable with Congressman Brad Sherman

Congressman Brad Sherman (center) with local credit union leaders at Wescom Financial.

Young Kim Discusses Affordability and Financial Empowerment

Congresswoman Young Kim (center) with local credit union leaders at SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union’s Rudy Hanley Campus in Tustin, CA.

Steady Spending Despite Strained Sentiment

Fighting Member Target Fraud Starts Inside the CU

Nevada CUs and Local Officials Host Senior Workshop on Scams

Congresswoman Susie Lee (center) with credit union leaders, law enforcement officials, and community organization representatives at a recent senior fraud prevention workshop.

California CU Mourns the Passing of Longtime Board Leader

Dr. Walt Greene, Longtime Board Chair and Volunteer of California Credit Union, Immediate Past Chair, and Dedicated Education Leader.

Actively Engaged as Court Decides on IFPA Implementation

Legal judge's gavel on a desk.

Now Available: Zero-Touch Device Deployment for CUs

League Members Engage with Local Credit Union Champions

Local credit union leaders with Congressman Brad Sherman (top), Congresswoman Young Kim (left), and Congressman Pete Aguilar (right).

Leagues Hire Paige Haskin as Director of Grassroots Advocacy

Paige Haskin, Director of Grassroots Advocacy for California’s Credit Unions, Nevada’s Credit Unions, and Utah’s Credit Unions.

North Island CU’S Partnership with NCAAWA: Four Scholarships

North Island Credit Union Senior School and Community Development Officer Shadi Poustchi presents a scholarship to recipient Amaya Huggins during NCAAWA’s 2026 Salute to Scholars Celebration at El Camino Country Club in Oceanside.

Compass Community CU Supports Nonprofits by Giving Back

Smiling volunteers working in the local community.

California CU Foundation Hosts 3rd Annual ‘Day at the Races’

(Left) John Goltz (Allied Solutions), Steve O’Connell (CEO of California Credit Union), Marvel Ford (President of California Credit Union Foundation), Walton Green (credit union chair), and Tyler Meiring (Allied Solutions). (Right) Steve O’Connell and Miles Kealing (representing Assemblymember John Harabedian’s office) present a Certificate of Recognition to Marvel Ford.

Supporting ‘Run for the Wall’ at the ‘Kickstands Up’ Send-Off

U.S. Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C. with flowers on the sidewalk.

$1M Investment in Student Wellbeing at Cal State Sacramento

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Credit Unions Can Submit Comments on Illinois Interchange Law

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CEO Named Silicon Valley Business Journal Woman of Influence

Carrie Birkhofer, CEO of Bay Federal Credit Union and a 2026 Silicon Valley Business Journal Woman of Influence.

Nikkei CU’s 75th Anniversary: Officials Celebrate Heritage

White House Issues Executive Order on Verifying Citizenship

The White House in Washington, D.C., with a flag flying on top in the wind.

POP Foundation Awards $156,000 to 11 High School Seniors

(L-R in back) Silver State Schools Credit Union CEO Scott Arkills and Boar Chair Mitch Fox with recipients of the credit union’s 2026 Scholarship Program.

OceanAir FCU Partners with Carefull to Protect Members

Redwood CU’s Modernized Facilities and Small Biz Support

Redwood Credit Union has been improving member access through infrastructure upgrades across its 22 branches in the North Bay and San Francisco.

Nuvision CU Employees Step Up to Support Local Communities

Nuvision Credit Union volunteers at Bracken’s Kitchen in Orange County, CA.

Symposium Spotlights the Power of Credit Union Advocacy

California’s and Nevada’s Credit Unions President and CEO Jeremy Empol (center) with attendees of Southern California Credit Union Alliance's (SCCUA) recently held Symposium panel event.

League Networks Leaders Unite for Innovation and Impact

NCUA Says Federal Law Preempts Illinois Interchange Act

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CA Assembly & Senate Committees Hold Suspense File Hearings

California state capitol dome on top of building in Sacramento.

Newsom Proposes Rebuilding Fund for Wildfire Survivors

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NCUA Chair Joins Leaders at Financial Literacy Roundtable

National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Chair Kyle Hauptman.

2nd Cohort Graduates: NextGen Network Immersion Program

Professionals graduating from the NextGen Network Immersion Program with leaders from California, Nevada and Utah’s Credit Unions and other involved organizations and credit unions.

ArrowHeart Foundation Reshapes Futures and Communities

On Monday, April 20, ArrowHeart Foundation, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit of Arrowhead Credit Union celebrated its 2026 ArrowHeart Scholarship recipients at the Toyota Arena in Ontario, CA.

National Youth Month and Youth Agriculture Loan Program

A young female lady holding stalks of grain and wheat in her hand in the field as she shakes the hand of somebody else.

Local CUs Foster Relationship with Assemblymember Patel

California Assemblymember Dr. Darshana Patel (center) with local San Diego-area credit union leaders.

Treasury Deputy Assistant Secretary Nominated to NCUA Board

John Crews, Chair of the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board.

Leverage Resources for Your Credit Union Members

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Make Elder Financial Safety a Priority for Your CU

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How CUs Turn Financial Goals into Real Life Wins

Outsourcing: The Credit Union Advantage

Chopra Appointed to CA Business & Consumer Services Agency

Rohit Chopra, newly appointed Secretary of California’s newly created Business and Consumer Services Agency (BCSA), which launches on July 1.

Affordability and Fraud: Leaders Meet with Congressman Fong

Congressman Vince Fong (center) with Nicholas Ambrosini (center left), CEO of Valley Strong Credit Union, and fellow leaders from local credit unions and California’s Credit Unions.

League Leaders: Advocacy and Impact at HR & OD Conference

(L-R) California and Nevada’s Credit Unions Vice President of Regulatory Advocacy Lisa Quaranta and Senior Vice President of Federal Advocacy Stephanie Cuevas.

Commission Releases ‘Strategy to Stop Financial Scams’ Report

Board table in a board room, with chairs, papers, and glasses of water.

CU Leaders Meet with NV State Legislative Candidates

Credit union leaders who participated in interviews with 15 state legislative candidates for the Nevada Assembly and Nevada Senate at Silver State Schools Credit Union in Las Vegas.

NorCal Multi-Network Golf Tournament Raises $60,000 for PAC

Assemblymember Visits: Financial Wellness and Rural Support

(L-R) Great Basin Federal Credit Union team members with Assemblymembers Gregory Koenig and Erica Roth.

Compass Community CU Gives Back to Heart Health & St. Jude’s

(Left photo, L-R) Compass Community Credit Union team members Nicole Perez, Mathew Arellano, Kelsey Dunn, and Victoria Farias; (right photo, L-R) Bruce Lund, Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Retail Banking for the credit union, and Suzanne Tibbles, Senior Sales and Marketing Account Executive at Bi-Coastal Media.

Rize CU’s Recognition: Leadership, Impact, and Brand Excellence

Teamwork hands and fists in a circle at the office.

SchoolsFirst’s Commitment Through Expansion and Partnerships

(L-R) SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Los Angeles Mid-City Branch Manager LaTasha Pitts, President Jose Lara, Congresswoman Laura Friedman, Vice President of Branches Ashley Franklin, and Senior Vice President of Branch Operations William DeLeon.

EECU Invests in Success of its Communities and Classrooms

Educational Employees Credit Union CEO Elizabeth Dooley (center right) was joined by EECU officials and staff to accept the Fresno Compact’s 2026 Business-Education Partnership Award on April 23.

Now Accepting 2026 Credit Union Award Nominations

The Hidden Costs of Poor Dispute Management

Farmers Insurance FCU Opens 8th Branch with New Location

Farmers Insurance Federal Credit Union leaders with members of the community at the grand opening of its newest branch in Burbank, CA.

CFPB Revises 1071 Rule, Including Many CU-Sought Provisions

Bill signing

Birkhofer Elected to America’s Credit Unions Board of Directors

Carrie Birkhofer, CEO of Bay Federal Credit Union and a 2026 Silicon Valley Business Journal Woman of Influence.

Lisa Quaranta Appointed to Countering-Fraud Taskforce

Lisa Quaranta, Vice President of Regulatory Advocacy for California’s Credit Unions, and Member of Governor Gavin Newsom’s newly formed Countering Tech-Enabled Fraud Taskforce.

Foundation: $500K Financial Wellbeing Grant for At-Risk Youth

Youth in a group, talking and consoling each other.

FHLBank San Francisco: $10M for AHEAD Grant Initiatives in 2026

Red Feather Development Group in Arizona received an AHEAD grant from FHLBank San Francisco, in partnership with Clearinghouse CDFI, in 2025 to support construction and repair training for contractors.

Championing the Momentum: Assembly Speaker Rivas Visits CUs

California Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (center) with local credit union leaders at Golden 1 Credit Union.

America’s Credit Unions & PAC Pledge Nearly $8M for Midterms

A line of voters on election day.

Dave Min, FHLB, and League Leaders Discuss Affordable Housing

Congressman Dave Min (center), California and Nevada's Credit Unions Senior Vice President of Federal Advocacy Stephanie Cuevas (right center), and leaders from FHLBank San Francisco, Orange County Business Council, and local housing and community partner organizations.

Portfolio Resilience Starts by Fixing the Recall Gap

Joe Keller Named President & CEO of Dakota CU Association

Joe Keller, incoming President and CEO of The Dakota Credit Union Association on May 11.

Leaders Spotlight CU Difference with Assemblymember Farias

California Assemblymember Anamarie Avila Farias (center) with local credit union leaders at Pacific Service Credit Union.

Greater Nevada Mortgage Helps First-Time Homebuyers

A young couple who are new homebuyers with new-home keys in their hands.

How to Spot QR Code Scams

Why CUs Need a Connected Auto Lending Ecosystem

Random Acts of Kindness and ‘America Saves Week’

Image collage of "America Saves Week" and SDCCU's Random Acts of Kindness event.

Velera Introduces Industry-Defining, Cloud-Native Technology

Bay Fed’s Youth Month Events, Giveaways, & Contests

Sweepstakes contest number balls in a tumbler.

Valley Oak CU Celebrates New Location with Community

Business leaders cutting a red ribbon with balloons and a celebration.

EECU Strengthens Education Ties Through Pathways & Support

Employees Educational Credit Union reinforced its commitment to local students and educators through a series of community-focused initiatives.

Rep. Chu Engages With the CU Difference at Tri-Network Event

UPS FCU Partners with Rep. Norma Torres to Uplift Local Artists

University CU: GreenPath Growth Guru Partner Excellence Award

University students walk past the Natural Sciences and Mathematics build on the campus of Cal State University Dominguez Hills, Carson, USA

CU Leaders Rally with Purpose in Sacramento at California GRR

Nearly 175 credit union leaders made their voices heard at the state capitol in Sacramento this week, participating in nearly 100 state legislator office meetings.

TruStage to Offer Collateral Protection Insurance Product

Redwood CU Surpasses $1M for Redwood Empire Food Bank

Redwood Credit Union volunteers representing the Redwood Empire Foodbank.

SchoolsFirst FCU’s Kristin Crellin Named CSUF Visionary Alumna

(L-R) Ronald Rochon, President of Cal State Fullerton; Kristin Crellin, Senior Vice President of Community and Membership Development at SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and 2026 Vision & Visionaries Distinguished Alumna; and Jose Lara, President of SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union.

California CU Accepting Applications for 2026 Internship Program

High school students looking excited at a tablet while hanging out with each other.

Credit Union SACTOWN Run Raises $208K for Hospitals

Leaders from California and Nevada’s Credit Unions, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMN), and UC Davis Children’s Hospital at the finish line, showcasing this year’s Credit Union SACTOWN Run check for $208,000.

League Participates in CA Labor Agency’s PAGA Proceedings

Legislative committee hearing podium microphone.

Meet the NextGen Leaders Heading to Sacramento for GRR

(L-R clockwise) Taylor Bercini, Community Engagement Liaison at Universal City Studios CU; Tyler Sanger-Boyett, AVP of Fraud and Card Operations at Bay FCU; Natalia Custodio, VP of marketing at UNCLE CU; Lauren Goucher, Manager of Member Experience at Patelco CU; Cristina Munoz, Accounting Supervisor at El Monte Community CU.

CA Leaders Selected for Next Wave of Ci3 Innovation Program

FIGFCU Wins 2026 Gramercy Institute Content Marketing Award

Coast Central CU Investments: From Classroom to Boardroom

Broadening its reach into economic development, Coast Central Credit Union recently announced a $25,000 sponsorship of the StartUp Humboldt Competition.

California AG’s Consumer Alert: Investment Fraud Schemes

Committee desk with a man's hand holding a pen, writing on a piece of paper.

EECU Meets With Rep: Expanding Access to Financial Services

EECU leaders met with Rep. Jim Costa to discuss expanding access to financial services across California’s 21st Congressional District and highlight the critical role credit unions play in strengthening local economies.

Preparing for Two Battles: Tax Exemption in Sacramento & D.C.

Members of U.S. Congress in a legislative committee meeting.

16 CA and NV Credit Unions Shine in the 2026 Diamond Awards

Corporate professionals clapping in a group.

13 CA and NV CUs Place in ‘Best Performing’ Ranking for 2025

A rating dial.

Mission Fed Receives Best in Show Marketing Award for CUs

Smiling people.

‘Dancing With the Credit Union Stars’ Shatters Prior Records

This year’s “Dancing With the Credit Union Stars” teams raised more than $70,000 for charitable organizations — the highest amount ever.

Ready, Set, Save: Celebrating Youth Financial Education in April

Students Gain Hands-On Financial Skills Through ‘Bite of Reality’

Why Life Insurance Belongs in Every CU’s Financial Wellness Strategy

CA Sen. Limón Names VCCU Manager a ‘Woman of the Year’

Amazon Business Brings Instant Savings for Your Credit Union

Leagues Monitor Budget Reconciliation Package

California’s Credit Unions Joins Coalition Letter on PAGA Rulemaking

Credit Union Leader and U.S. Marine Veteran Vern Elliott Passes

(L-R) U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Vernon “Vern” Elliott with fellow veteran and credit union leader Richard Myles Johnson.

LBS Financial CU: Exclusive Sponsor of the CSULB Pyramid

LBS Financial Credit Union and Cal State Long Beach Athletics logos.

VCCU’s Community Spirit: Blood Drives and Soccer Partnership

Black young adult man squeezing stress ball while donating blood in medical clinic, Caucasian middle aged man and woman receiving blood donation procedure in background, nurse assisting

Meriwest CU Footprint: New Branch and Foundation Success

Meriwest Credit Union marked the grand opening of its newest full-service branch alongside the announcement of a transformative inaugural year for its nonprofit arm, the Meriwest Community Foundation.

Southland CU Celebrates 90 Years with Year-Long Festivities

The bank's Mortgage Officers shake hands with customers to congratulate them after signing a housing investment loan agreement.

University CU: New CEO, Richard Wada, Brings Purpose & Vision

Richard Wada, President and CEO of University Credit Union.

CA and North Island Credit Unions: A Season of Growth & Giving

The ribbon-cutting ceremony for North Island Credit Union’s grand opening of its 12th branch saw local community leaders attend the event.

Patelco Credit Union Breakthroughs Spotlighted In the News

Magnifying glass on buildings

How My Change Journey Can Help Your CU Thrive in 2026

UMe CU Announces $2,500 Scholarship for Burbank Seniors

University students walk past the Natural Sciences and Mathematics build on the campus of Cal State University Dominguez Hills, Carson, USA

Thinkwise CU Becomes First MDI in Zelle Access Initiative

A human making a payment through the Zelle app on their phone.

Community, Compassion, and Cookouts: Plus CU Celebrates

Plus Credit Union recently brought back local flavors and supported nonprofit organizations, proving that giving back is more than just a mission statement.

Gov. Newsom Provides Update on Financial Literacy Efforts

Outside rotunda pillars of the California state capitol building in Sacramento, CA.

EECU Sponsors Local Latino Student Success Conference

EECU Community Relations Officer Valeria Garcia accepts an award from CUSD Superintendent Corrine Folmer, Ed.D., and Community Relations Coordinator Saul Salinas, Ed.D., recognizing EECU’s sponsorship.