Moving Our Communities Forward by Giving Back
Driven by our commitment to community giving, which has totaled over $2 million dollars over the last five years, the credit union “people helping people” philosophy is part of our DNA. We believe in doing the right thing for our employees, members, and communities.
Where We Focus Our Efforts
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Inspire
Education and Financial Knowledge
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Grow
Economic Development
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Assist
Relief and Recovery
Removing barriers in our communities and inspiring hope is the purpose of our work every day. I’ve seen firsthand how the Credit Union Movement has enabled individuals and families to achieve their goals and improve their quality of life. That’s what we strive for at Unitus.
Unitus Branch at Junior Achievement BizTown
In October 2023, we proudly opened a Unitus Branch at Junior Achievement of Oregon and SW Washington’s BizTown, becoming the first credit union in the region to establish a branch at this popular learning experience in a simulated town.
JA BizTown combines in-class learning with a day-long visit to a simulated town. This popular learning experience allows elementary school students to operate banks, manage restaurants, write checks, and vote for mayor.
Students can connect the dots between what they learn in school and the real world.
Community Support
Here are just some organizations we’re passionate about supporting:
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Dream Come True - Oregon State Football & Basketball
Unitus, Beaver Sports Properties, and Oregon State have partnered to create the Dream Come True Program for children who are battling or have battled an unfortunate illness.
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Rose Festival Court Mentor Program
Unitus is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the Rose Festival Court. We pair a Unitus mentor to each princess to provide career advice and leadership guidance.
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Clackamas Service Center Food Hub
Unitus’ multi-year commitment to Clackamas Service Center’s Food Hub helped CSC expand into a new warehouse space, increasing their food storage capacity by 8,000 square feet for more donations and community distributions.
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Western Oregon University Bilingual Scholars Program
Unitus partners with Western Oregon University to support and expand their Bilingual Teachers Scholars Program, which provides education and mentorship to become Spanish-English bilingual teachers.
Community Development Mission
As a credit union dedicated to community development, Unitus is committed to promoting community development by breaking down barriers to accessibility for every community and household, irrespective of their socioeconomic status. Part of this commitment includes purposefully providing education and inclusive access to affordable credit and services to low-income consumers and people living in local low-income investment areas. We direct our services to improving financial wellbeing for families and promoting community development in our local low-income communities. Our approach is centered around inclusivity, ensuring that we provide support throughout their life’s defining moments. This holistic approach inspires hope and confidence, positioning Unitus as a trusted partner within our community. Our commitment to this effort aims to close equity gaps and foster financial well-being for all.