Press Room

Steve O’Connell is a San Diego Metro Magazine’s 2025 Men of Influence Award Winner

February 17, 2025: Steve O’Connell, President/CEO, has been named one of San Diego’s Men of Influence by San Diego Metro Magazine.

California Credit Union Delivers Toys to Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club Kids

December 28, 2024: California Credit Union partnered with the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club to provide over 500 new toys and gifts to Club kids. The toys were donated by the credit union, its employees and members.

North Island Credit Union & Escondido Art Association Celebrate Local Arts & Culture

December 20, 2024: North Island Credit Union’s Escondido Branch and the Escondido Art Association welcomed local officials, artists and community members for a festive holiday event celebrating local arts and culture.

Steve O’Connell Named Diversity, Equity & Inclusion CEO of the Year

December 17, 2024: Steve O’Connell, President/CEO, was named DE&I CEO of the Year by the Los Angeles Business Journal Inside the Valley.

North Island Credit Union Partners with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego to Deliver Toys to Kids in Need

December 12, 2024: North Island Credit Union donated over 500 new toys and gifts to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego as part of its annual Holiday Life Changers program.

North Island Credit Union, 10 News and San Diego Council on Literacy Provide Books to Students In Title 1 Schools 

November 20, 2024: North Island Credit Union, in partnership with the San Diego Council on Literacy, with the support of the San Diego County Office of Education, students in Title 1 schools across the county are receiving new books of their very own.

North Island Credit Union Branches Host Holiday Toy Drive in Partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego

November 19, 2024: North Island Credit Union in partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego is collecting new, unwrapped toys at their 11 San Diego locations through December 7, 2024.

California Credit Union Awarded 2024 Luminaries Award for Innovation in Tech – AI / Cybersecurity / Mobile Banking

November 8, 2024: California Credit Union has received the 2024 Credit Union Times Luminaries Award for Innovation in Tech – AI / Cybersecurity / Mobile Banking.

California Credit Union Launches Holiday Toy Drive with Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club

November 4, 2024: In partnership with the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club, California Credit Union encourages community members to drop off a new, unwrapped toy to any of its branch locations in Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Gifts will be distributed to Club kids and families during the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club annual holiday celebration on December 17.

California Credit Union Launches Holiday Toy Drive with Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club

November 4, 2024: In partnership with the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club, California Credit Union branches are accepting donations of new, unwrapped toys through December 14. Gifts will be distributed during the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club holiday celebration on December 17.

North Island Credit Union Launches Holiday Toy Drive with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego

November 4, 2024: In partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego, North Island Credit Union branches are accepting donations of new, unwrapped toys through December 7. Gifts will be distributed during the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego holiday celebrations in December.

North Island Credit Union Partners Again with the USS Midway to Support On-Board STEM Education Programs

November 1, 2024: North Island Credit Union has partnered once again with the USS Midway to underwrite costs for 650 students from Title I Schools through the “No Child Left Ashore” Scholarship Fund.

North Island Credit Union Partners Again with the USS Midway to Support On-Board STEM Education Programs

October 28, 2024: North Island Credit Union has partnered once again with the USS Midway to underwrite costs for 650 students from Title I Schools through the “No Child Left Ashore” Scholarship Fund.

North Island Credit Union Partners with ABC 10 News to Support Literacy in Title I Schools

October 27, 2024: Students at Live Oak Elementary School were treated to a free book fair, where every student went home with a backpack filled with age-appropriate books provided by North Island Credit Union.

North Island Credit Union Celebrates International Credit Union Day

October 21, 2024: North Island Credit union joined credit unions around the world to celebrate International Credit Union Day^(R) to commemorate the credit union movement’s impact and achievements.

California Credit Union Participates in the L.A. Zoo Boo at the Zoo Event

October 17, 2024: California Credit union, Associate Sponsor of the L.A. Zoo, participated in the annual Boo at the Zoo event distributing candy, treat bags and additional goodies to trick-or-treaters.

North Island Credit Union Partners with ABC 10 News to Provide New Books to Students in Title I Schools

October 17, 2024: In partnership with the San Diego Council on Literacy and North Island Credit Union, with support of the San Diego County Office of Education students in Title I schools across the county are receiving new books.

Steve O’Connell Named a 2024 DEIA Visionary 

October 13, 2024: Steve O’Connell, President/CEO, has been named a 2024 DEIA Visionary by the L.A. Times B2B Publishing Magazine.

North Island Credit Union Partners with ABC 10 News to Bring Books and Storytime to Live Oak Elementary School

September 25, 2024: North Island Credit Union has partnered with ABC 10 News and the San Diego Council on Literacy to provide new books to Title 1 schools across San Diego County.

California Credit Union Honored with 2024 Social Impact Award from California and Nevada Credit Union League

September 11, 2024: California Credit Union has received the 2024 Social Impact Award from the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues. The nationally recognized, peer nominated award recognizes  credit unions that demonstrate an unyielding dedication to building stronger communities and improving members’ lives.

North Island Credit Union Honored with 2024 Social Impact Award from California and Nevada Credit Union League

September 10, 2024: North Island Credit Union has received the 2024 Social Impact Award from the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues. The nationally recognized, peer nominated award recognizes  credit unions that demonstrate an unyielding dedication to building stronger communities and improving members’ lives.

California Credit Union Is a California and Nevada Credit Union League 2024 Social Impact Award Winner

September 4, 2024: California Credit Union has been named a California and Nevada Credit Union League 2024 Social Impact Award Winner which honors credit unions that demonstrate an unyielding dedication to building stronger communities and improving members’ lives through financial education, wellness and social responsibility.

California Credit Union Is a Finalist for the CU Times 2024 Luminaries Awards In Three Categories

September 4, 2024: California Credit Union was named a finalist for the CU Times 2024 Luminaries Awards in the following three categories. Winners from each category will be announced on November 7.

• Community Impact – Credit Unions ($4B & higher)
• Credit Union Innovation in Tech – AI / Cybersecurity / Mobile Banking
• Credit Union Innovation in Tech – Technology Project/Rollout

California Credit Union Named California and Nevada Credit Union League 2024 Social Impact Award Winner

August 30, 2024: California Credit Union has been named a 2024 California and Nevada Credit Union League Social Impact Award Winner for its dedication to building stronger communities and improving members’ lives through financial education, wellness and social responsibility.

Steve O’Connell Joins the Counting Change Podcast

August 6, 2024: Steve O’Connell, President/CEO, joined the Counting Change Podcast to share his insights on CCU’s successful expansion, its impact on the credit union’s internal culture and what it takes to encourage team members to have positive feelings for change.

North Island Credit Union Hosts Book Drive at Local San Diego Branches

August 1, 2024: North Island Credit Union continued its commitment to the ABC 10 News “If You Give a Child a Book” literacy campaign, collecting books at its branches around San Diego.

Steve O’Connell Named One of San Fernando Valley’s Most Influential Business Leaders

August 1, 2024: Steve O’Connell, President/CEO, has been named a 2024 Influential Business Leader in Finance by the San Fernando Valley Business Journal’s Valley 200 Most Influential.

North Island Credit Union Launches Book Drive in Partnership with ABC 10 News and the Scripps Howard Fund

July 30, 2024: North Island Credit Union has launched a book drive to support the ABC 10 News and Scripps Howard Fund’s annual “If You Give a Child a Book” childhood literacy campaign. Donated books will be distributed local San Diego County students attending Title I schools.

Steve O’Connell Named a 2024 CEO Visionary 

July 28, 2024: Steve O’Connell, President/CEO, has been recognized as a 2024 CEO Visionary by the L.A. Times B2B Publishing C-Suite Magazine.

California Credit Union Hosts Pacoima Charter School at the Los Angeles Zoo

July 25, 2024: California Credit Union hosted over 90 students from Pacoima Charter School at the Los Angeles Zoo as part of a special Community Day sponsored by the credit union.

North Island Credit Union Provides Back-to-School Backpacks & Supplies to Local Students

July 25, 2024: North Island Credit Union provided approximately 300 backpacks filled with school supplies to the Boys & Girls Club of Greater San Diego as part of its annual Back 2 School Drive.

California Credit Union Donates School Supplies to Southeast Rio Vista Maywood YMCA

July 11, 2024: California Credit Union donated collected school supplies from the NBC 4 and Telemundo 52’s “Supporting Our Schools” campaign at a special community event held for students at the Southeast Rio Vista Maywood YMCA.

California Credit Union Launches Back-to-School Donation Drive In Partnership with NBC4 and Telemundo 52

July 5, 2024: In support of NBC4 and Telemundo 52’s Supporting Our Schools or Apoyando a Nuestras Escuelas campaign, California Credit Union hosted donation sites in their Los Angeles and Orange County branches to collect new school supplies for students in Southern California.

North Island Credit Union Launches Backpack Drive

July 1, 2024: North Island Credit Union has launched a school backpack drive to benefit local elementary and middle school students in partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego.

California Credit Union and North Island Credit Union Voted Best Loan Provider in San Diego

June 25, 2024: California Credit Union and North Island Credit Union have been voted “Best Loan Provider in San Diego” by San Diego Magazine’s Best of San Diego 2024 Reader’s Poll.

California Credit Union Named One of American’s Best-In-State Credit Unions by Forbes

June 18, 2024: California Credit Union was included in the Forbes list of “America’s Best Credit Unions in Each State.”

Steve O’Connell Named to Los Angeles Business Journal’s “LA500” List

June 5, 2024: Steve O’Connell, President/CEO, has been selected to the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2024 “LA500” list in the “Banks and Finance” category, which honors the most influential and impactful business leaders in the Los Angeles region.

North Island Credit Union Launches Voice Authentication Service

May 17, 2024: North Island Credit Union has launched VoiceID,  a new technology enabling its members to verify their identity through their voice when calling the credit union.

California Credit Union Launches VoiceID for Member Authentication

May 16, 2024: California Credit Union launched VoiceID, enabling members to verify their identity through their voice when calling the credit union.

North Island Credit Union is a Sponsor of the ABC 10 “If You Give a Child a Book Campaign”

May 15, 2024: The “If You Give a Child a Book: Storytime” program visited Hannalei Elementary School to read to a class of 2nd graders and help them pick out five free books. North Island Credit Union along with the San Diego Council on Literacy and the San Diego Office of Education co-sponsor the program.

North Island Credit Union Expands Its Presence With the Opening of a New Branch in Escondido

April 29, 2024: Robert O’Grady, Chief Operations Officer, provides insight into why north Escondido was the best location to open a new North Island Credit Union branch.

Steve O’Connell Named a 2024 Leader of Influence in Banking & Finance by the Los Angeles Business Journal

April 29, 2024: Steve O’Connell, President/CEO, was named a Leader  of Influence in Banking & Finance by the Los Angeles Business Journal. Under his leadership, California Credit Union has achieved outstanding financial performance and introduced numerous innovations to achieve significant transformation, growth and member service enhancements across every area of operations.

North Island Credit Union Opens New Branch in Escondido

April 18, 2024: North Island Credit Union celebrated the official grand opening of its new full-service retail branch in Escondido. Local city, business and community leaders opened the new branch with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Steve O’Connell Named a 2024 Leader to Know in Finance by the San Fernando Valley Business Journal

March 29, 2024: Steve O’Connell, President/CEO, was named a Leader to Know in Finance by the San Fernando Valley Business Journal. For the past 12 years, California Credit Union has achieved outstanding financial performance and introduced numerous innovations to achieve significant transformational growth and member service enhancements.

North Island Credit Union and San Diego County Office of Education Honors 2024 San Diego County Counselors of the Year

March 27, 2024: North Island Credit Union partnered with the San Diego County Office of Education to recognize the 2024 San Diego County Counselors of the Year. As a sponsor of the School Counselor of the Year, the credit union presented each honoree with a monetary award.

California Credit Union Is Recognized As One of the Top 25 Credit Unions in Southern California

March 23, 2024: California Credit Union ranks #7 on the LA Times B2B Publishing list of the top 25 largest credit unions in Southern California.

Steve O’Connell Named One of San Diego’s 2024 Men of Influence by SD Metro

March 11, 2024: Steve O’Connell, President/CEO, was named one of San Diego’s 2024 Men of Influence by SD Metro. Under his leadership for the past 12 years, North Island has achieved outstanding financial performance and introduced numerous innovations to achieve significant transformational growth and member service enhancements.

California Credit Union Launches the California Credit Union Foundation

March 7, 2024: California Credit Union has launched the California Credit Union Foundation to lead its community outreach and support programs. The Foundation made its debut with a grant of $80,000 to The Greater Los Angeles Education Foundation.

California Credit Union Offers Internships For Local High School Seniors and College Students

March 7, 2024: California Credit Union is accepting applications for its Summer Internship Program for local high school seniors and college students. In its third year, the program offers paid internships to provide students with professional work experience and mentoring in multiple areas throughout the organization.

North Island Credit Union Offers Summer Internship Program for San Diego Students

March 5, 2024: North Island Credit Union is accepting applications for its Summer Internship Program for local high school seniors and college students. In its third year, the program offers paid internships to provide students with professional work experience and mentoring in multiple areas throughout the organization.

North Island Credit Union Launches Charitable Foundation

March 1, 2024: North Island Credit Union has launched the North Island Credit Union Foundation to lead its community outreach and support programs, which have totaled more than $2.5 million over the last five years.

California Credit Union Launches the California Credit Union Foundation

February 29, 2024: California Credit Union has launched the California Credit Union Foundation to lead its community outreach and support programs. The foundation made its debut with a grant of $80,000 to The Greater Los Angeles Education Foundation.

North Island Credit Union Launches the North Island Credit Union Foundation

February 28, 2024: North Island Credit Union has launched the North Island Credit Union Foundation to support local community based organizations and educational institutions. The foundation made its debut with a grant of $20,000 to the Classroom of the Future Foundation.

California Credit Union Provides Awards to the Los Angeles County Office of Education’s Academic Decathlon Winners

February 21, 2024: California Credit Union provided monetary awards to the Los Angeles County Office of Education’s Academic Decathlon Winners which included teams from William S. Hart Union School District.

Steve O’Connell Receives San Diego Metro Magazine’s 2024 Men of Influence Award

February 16, 2024: Steve O’Connell, President & CEO of North Island Credit Union named a 2024 Man of Influence by SD Metro Magazine.

North Island Credit Union Offers Scholarships to Riverside County Students

February 16, 2024: North Island Credit Union encourages Riverside County college-bound students to apply for its 2024 Student Scholarship program.

North Island Credit Union & North County African American Women’s Association (NCAAWA) Offer Scholarships and Financial Literacy Programs

February 12, 2024: North Island Credit Union and the North County African American Women’s Association partner once again to provide scholarships and financial literacy programming to college-bound female students of African American descent in North County San Diego.

California Credit Union’s Richard Hubeny Provides 2024 Lending Outlook

February 5, 2024: California Credit Union’s Richard Hubeny, EVP &  Chief Lending Officer, provides insights and an outlook into the 2024 lending environment.

North Island Credit Union Opens New Full-Service Branch in Escondido For Members in North County

February 1, 2024: North Island Credit Union opened a new retail branch in Escondido located at 1230 Auto Park Way to bring its full-suite of financial products and competitive rates to North County members.

North Island Credit Union Opens New Full-Service Branch in Escondido

February 1, 2024: North Island Credit Union opened a new retail branch in Escondido inside the Escondido Promenade Shopping Center  which marks the credit union’s 11th branch in the greater San Diego area.

North Island Credit Union Is a Sponsor of the ABC 10 News “If You Give a Child a Book” Campaign

January 23, 2024: North Island Credit Union has partnered with ABC 10 News San Diego for its “If You Give a Child a Book” Campaign to provide books and backpacks to Smythe Elementary students.

North Island Credit Union Offers Scholarships to Students in San Diego & Riverside Counties

January 11, 2024: North Island Credit Union encourages San Diego and Riverside college-bound students to apply for its 2024 Student Scholarship program.

California Credit Union Extends Scholarship Opportunity to Pasadena Students

January 10, 2024: California Credit Union opened its application process to college-bound Pasadena students for its 2024 Student Scholarship program.

California Credit Union’s Delivers Holiday Toys & Gifts to Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club

December 20, 2023: California Credit Union donated over 380 new toys and gifts collected from employees and members to the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club.

California Credit Union’s Marvel Ford, Recognized For Her Dedication and Commitment to Legislative Advocacy

December 18, 2023: Marvel Ford, SVP, Community and Legislative Advocacy, received the California Credit Union League’s High Honors Award for her dedication and commitment to legislative advocacy.

North Island Credit Union Delivers Holiday Toys & Gifts to Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego

December 14, 2023: North Island Credit Union donated over 385 new toys and gifts to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego as part of its annual Holiday Life Changers program.

North Island Credit Union Provides Teacher Grants For Projects Across San Diego County

December 4, 2023: North Island Credit Union has provided 10 grants of $500 each to underwrite class projects across San Diego County.

California Credit Union Awards $500 Grant to Castaic High School Music Program

November 29, 2023: California Credit Union has awarded a $500 grant to the Castaic High School Program as part of its teacher grant program which has provided 10 grants of $500 each to underwrite class projects across Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties.

North Island Credit Union Provides $5,000 in Grants to Benefit San Diego Educators and Students

November 28, 2023: As part of its commitment to the education community, North Island Credit Union has provided 10 grants of $500 each to underwrite class projects across San Diego County.

North Island Credit Union Launches Holiday Toy Drive in Support of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego

November 27, 2023: North Island Credit Union, in partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego, is accepting donations for new, unwrapped toys to make the holidays bright for all kids and families participating in Boys & Girls Clubs programs across greater San Diego.

Steve O’Connell Named a 2023 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility (DEIA) Visionary

November 26, 2023: Steve O’Connell, President & CEO, was named a 2023 DEIA Visionary by the L.A. Times B2B Publishing for implementing comprehensive DEIA programs and initiatives within the credit union’s leadership and workforce.

North Island Credit Union Partners Again With the USS Midway

November 20, 2023: North Island Credit Union is partnering with the USS Midway once again to support its “No Child Left Ashore” scholarship fund to increase access to onboard programs for children from underserved communities.

Steve O’Connell Honored As One of San Diego’s Most Influential People

November 13, 2023: Steve O’Connell, President & CEO, was recognized as one of San Diego’s Most Influential People for 2023 by the San Diego Business Journal.

California Credit Union Launches Annual Holiday Toy Drive For Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club 

November 1, 2023: California Credit Union, in partnership with the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club, is accepting donations for new, unwrapped toys to make the holidays bright for all kids and families participating in Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club programs.

California Credit Union Offers Grants to Southern California Teachers to Fund Innovative Learning Opportunities

August 23, 2023: California Credit Union invites Southern California teachers who have innovative class project ideas to apply for a grant through its Teacher Grant program

California Credit Union and Los Angeles Unified School District Award 2023 “Rookie of the Year” Teacher Awards

August 22, 2023: California Credit Union, in partnership with Los Angeles Unified School District, recognizes 17 first-year district teachers through its 9th Annual “Rookie of the Year” program. Winners were honored for their outstanding commitment to finding creative ways to engage and educate their students.

North Island Credit Union Looks to Fund Innovative Teacher Projects Through Its Teacher Grant Program

August 16, 2023: North Island Credit Union encourages local San Diego teachers to apply for a grant, through their Teacher Grant Program, to fund innovative learning projects for their students.

North Island Credit Union Accepts Applications to Fund Innovative Learning Projects

August 14, 2023: North Island Credit Union launches its Teacher Grant Program for full-time teachers in San Diego and Riverside County, or credit union members teaching in California, looking to fund special learning opportunities for their students.

California Credit Union Encourages Los Angeles County Teachers to Apply for a Grant

August 14, 2023: California Credit Union accepts applications from local Los Angeles County teachers for its Teacher Grant Program to help fund innovative learning opportunities for students.

North Island Credit Union Encourages Local San Diego Teachers to Apply for a Teacher Grant

August 14, 2023: North Island Credit Union launches its Teacher Grant Program to help fund innovative learning opportunities for San Diego students.

California Credit Union Named Finalist for the Credit Union Times 2023 Luminaries Awards

August 14, 2023: California Credit Union was named an Innovation in Technology finalist for the Credit Union Times 2023 Luminaries Awards. The Luminaries program highlights top-performing industry participants who are producing meaningful results in the areas that matter most to credit unions.

California Credit Union Adds 55,000 Surcharge-Free ATMs 

August 8, 2023: California Credit Union joins the Allpoint Network of ATMs to offer its members 55,000 additional surcharge-free ATMs. Including its existing CO-OP ATM Network, credit union members now have access to more than 85,000 surcharge-free ATMs worldwide.

North Island Credit Union Adds 55,000 Surcharge-Free ATMs Through the Allpoint Network

August 7, 2023: North Island Credit Union adds 55,000 surcharge-free ATMs through the Allpoint Network. Including its existing CO-OP ATM Network, North Island Credit Union members now have access to more than 85,000 surcharge-free ATMs worldwide.

North Island Credit Union Partners with ABC 10 News in Support of the “If You Give a Child a Book Campaign”

August 7, 2023: Therese Caballes, Vice President/Regional Manager, meets with ABC 10 News to emphasize the credit union’s mission to support student education and childhood literacy.

North Island Credit Union Launches Book Drive in Partnership with the Scripps Howard Fund and ABC 10 News

August 1, 2023: In partnership with the Scripps Howard Fund and ABC 10 News, North Island Credit Union launches a book drive in support of the “If You Give a Child a Book Campaign” to help ensure children in low-income households have access to books outside the classroom.

Steve O’Connell Receives San Diego Metro Magazine’s 2023 Men of Influence Award

July 31, 2023: Steve O’Connell, President & CEO of North Island Credit Union was named a winner of the SD Metro Magazine’s 2023 Men of Influence Awards.

Steve O’Connell Is Named a CEO Visionary in the Los Angeles Times

July 31, 2023: Steve O’Connell, President & CEO, is named a CEO Visionary in the Los Angeles Times’ 2023 C-Suite Trends, Updates and CFO Leadership Awards.

North Island Credit Union Provides Backpacks Filled with School Supplies to Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego

July 28, 2023: North Island Credit Union provided more than 260 backpacks and school supplies to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego as part of its annual Back 2 School Drive. The backpacks will be distributed to elementary through high school-aged students participating in Club programs across San Diego County prior to the start of the fall school year.

North Island Credit Union Hosts Book Drive For Local Children

July 26, 2023: North Island Credit Union is hosting a book drive to collect new books for local children in partnership with the Scripps Howard Fund, and ABC 10News as part of its “If You Give a Child a Book” childhood literacy campaign.

California Credit Union To Expand

July 24, 2023: California Credit Union expands its field of membership allowing it to serve all residents of Los Angeles County.

North Island Credit Union Named Best Local Bank

July 21, 2023: North Island Credit Union was chosen Best Local Bank in the annual San Diego Magazine’s 2023 Reader’s Poll.

Steve O’Connell Is Nominated for the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2023 Leaders of Influence in Banking

July 17, 2023: Steve O’Connell, President & CEO of California Credit Union, is nominated for the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2023 Leaders of Influence in Banking.

Steve O’Connell Is a Finalist for the San Fernando Valley Business Journal’s DEI Roundtable & Awards/CEO of the Year

July 17, 2023: Steve O’Connell, President & CEO of California Credit Union, is named a finalist for the San Fernando Valley Business Journal’s (SFVBJ) 2023 DEI Roundtable & Awards/CEO of the Year.

North Island Credit Union’s CEO Steve O’Connell Is a Finalist for the San Diego Business Journal’s CEO of the Year

July 17, 2023: Steve O’Connell, President & CEO of North Island Credit Union, is named a finalist for the San Diego Business Journal’s (SDBJ) 2023 CEO of the Year Awards.

California Credit Union Announces Large Expansion

July 11, 2023: California Credit Union  has expanded its potential field of membership by adding two new counties, allowing it to serve all residents of Los Angeles County.

North Island Credit Union Launches Backpack Drive

July 10, 2023: In partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego, North Island Credit Union launches backpack drive to benefit local elementary and middle school students.

California Credit Union Partners with NBC 4 and Telemundo 52 to Host Back-to-School Drive

July 7, 2023: In support of Telemundo 52 and NBC4’s Supporting Our Schools or Apoyando a Nuestras Escuelas back-to-school donation drive, California Credit Union hosted donation sites in their Los Angeles and Orange County branches to collect new school supplies for students in Southern California.

North Island Credit Union Presents “Bite of Reality” to High School Seniors

July 2, 2023: North Island Credit Union and the Sunrise Vista Kiwanis Club presented the “Bite of Reality” program to Guajome Park Academy High School seniors. “Bite of Reality” uses a hands-on app to help teach money management skills to teens.

North Island Credit Union Launches Backpack Drive To Benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego

June 29, 2023: In its third year partnering with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego, North Island Credit Union launches a school backpack drive to benefit local elementary and middle school students.

North Island Credit Union Partners with North County African American Women’s Association

June 9, 2023: North Island Credit Union has partnered, once again, with the North County African American Women’s Association (NCAAWA) to provide four $2,500 college scholarships to local students. The scholarships were awarded through the NCAAWA’s Scholarship Program, to assist young African American women in acquiring higher education from an academic institution.

North Island Credit Union Awards Grant to Ramona High School Teacher

June 7, 2023: North Island Credit Union has awarded one of ten $500 grants to Ramona Teacher to underwrite projects for the “Students Empowering Students” mentoring program.

California Credit Union Awards Scholarships to Santa Clarita Valley Students

June 8, 2023: California Credit Union has awarded scholarships to two Santa Clarita Valley students as part of its 2023 College Scholarship Program in recognition of exceptional school and community activities.

California Credit Union Awards Teacher Grants to Two Orange County Educators

June 5, 2023: California Credit Union has awarded teacher grants to two Orange County Educators to support their schools’ wellness programs.

California Credit Union Earns CDFI Certification

May 24, 2023: California Credit Union has been certified as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) by the U.S. Treasury Department’s CDFI Fund. The certification is available only to organizations that have proven they provide financial services and products in communities that have historically lacked access to traditional banking services.

North Island Credit Union Awards to Local San Diego County Teachers

May 22, 2023: North Island Credit Union has awarded 10 grants to teachers in San Diego County including an educator at Ramona High School. Since the creation of the program, the credit union has awarded $175,000 in teacher grants.

North Island Credit Union Is Premier Sponsor of the Classroom of the Future Foundation’s Innovation In Education Program and Receives 2023 Business Champion of the Year Award

May 19, 2023: North Island Credit Union sponsored the 2023 Classroom of the Future Foundations’ Innovation In Education Program and presented the Innovation in Education Impact Award to High Tech High School. In addition, North Island was honored to receive the 2023 Business Champion of the Year Award.

California Credit Union Provides Teacher Grants to Benefit  Educators & Students

May 15, 2023: California Credit Union provides 20 grants of $500 each to help educators create innovative learning opportunities for their students.

California Credit Union Checking Account is Certified as Meeting Bank On Standards

May 11, 2023: California Credit Union’s Option Checking account has been certified by the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund) as meeting the benchmark Bank On National Account Standards.

North Island Credit Union Partners with San Diego Unified to Launch Inaugural Rookie of the Year Program

May 7, 2023: North Island Credit Union in partnership with San Diego Unified School District created the new Rookie of the Year program to recognize exceptional first-year educators and school employees for their contributions in the greater San Diego community.

North Island Credit Union Awards 10 Scholarships to College-Bound Students

April 26, 2023: North Island Credit Union awarded 10 scholarships of $1,000 each to San Diego and Riverside Counties college-bound students in its annual College Scholarship Program. Since the creation of the program, the credit union has awarded more than $395,000 in scholarships to students across Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Diego counties.

California Credit Union Donates $10,000 to the Prioritize Health & Wellness

April 20, 2023: California Credit Union donated $10,000 to the Glendale Unified School District to open a health and wellness room at Glenoaks Elementary School.

California Credit Union Is a Finalist for the Los Angeles Business Journal 2023 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Awards

April 3, 2023: California Credit Union was recognized for its Diversity, Equity & Inclusion program by being named a finalist for the LABJ 2023 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Awards.

California Credit Union Offers 2023 Summer Internships

March 15, 2023: California Credit Union launches 2023 summer internship opportunities for local seniors about to graduate high school as well as college students.

California Credit Union Now the Official Credit Union of the Los Angeles Zoo

March 8, 2023: California Credit Union (CCU) has been named the official credit union of the Los Angeles Zoo. As the exclusive credit union of the zoo, CCU will be an official sponsor of the GLAZA’s annual Volunteer Appreciation Day, Beastly Ball, and Walk for the Wild. The sponsorship will fund volunteer training and orientation fees, student volunteer scholarship programs, volunteer education and training materials, the uniform budget of all volunteers, and more.

California Credit Union Sponsors the Los Angeles County Office of Education’s Academic Decathlon

February 23, 2023: California Credit Union was a proud sponsor of the 2022-2023 Los Angeles County Office of Education’s (LACOE) Academic Decathlon. Teams competed this year in five events — an essay, an interview, a prepared speech, multiple choice knowledge tests and, finally, the Super Quiz in front of an audience. Winners received monetary prizes from the credit union.

North Island Credit Union and San Diego County Office of Education Partner to Recognize 2023 County School Counselors of the Year

February 21, 2023: North Island Credit Union is a sponsor of the San Diego County Office of Education’s (SDCOE) 2023 San Diego County School Counselors of the Year. Each honoree was provided with a $500 check from the credit union at a surprise visit to their campuses.

North Island Credit Union Extends Partnership With North County African American Women’s Association

February 14, 2023: North Island Credit Union in partnership with the North County African American Women’s Association (NCAAWA) offers four $2,500 scholarships and financial literacy programs to qualified college-bound women of African American descent.

California Credit Union Awards Grant to Glendale High School Teacher

February 3, 2023: California Credit Union awards grant to teacher, Tamara Johnson from Glendale High School. The grant will help fund field trips to visit university engineering programs. Each year, the credit union awards 20 grants of $500 each to underwrite class projects across Los Angeles, San Diego, Riverside and Orange counties.

California Credit Union Offers Scholarships to Pasadena Students

January 10, 2023: California Credit Union encourages college-bound students in Pasadena to apply for its 2023 Student Scholarship Program. Each year, the credit union awards 20 scholarships of $1,000 each to students in Los Angeles, San Diego, Riverside and Orange counties.

California Credit Union Offers Members Accessible Financial Products and Educational Resources

January 10, 2023: California Credit Union is featured on CardRates.com for offering banking and credit card products as well as financial literacy resources for members in any financial situation.

San Diego Metro Magazine Announces San Diego County’s 2022 Men of Accomplishment

October 10, 2022: Steve O’Connell, President & CEO, is named one of San Diego Metro Magazine’s 2022 Men of Accomplishment.

California Credit Union Distributes Collected Backpacks to the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club

August 18, 2022: In partnership with the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club, California Credit Union collected and distributed 500 backpacks filled with school supplies to elementary, middle and high school students to prepare for the school year.

Patrick Zarifian, California Credit Union Chief Experience Officer Elected to Pasadena Educational Foundation Board

July 26, 2022: Patrick Zarifian, Chief Experience Officer, was one of 7 new members elected to the Pasadena Educational Foundation Board.

North Island Credit Union Hosts Book Drive at San Diego Area Branches

July 28, 2022: In partnership with the Scripps Howard Foundation and ABC 10News, North Island Credit Union hosts a book drive at all San Diego credit union branches for the ““If You Give a Child a Book” childhood literacy campaign.

California Credit Union and Los Angeles Unified School District Announce 2022 Rookie of the Year Teacher Awards

July 13, 2022: In partnership with the Los Angeles Unified School District, California Credit Union honors 17 first-year district teachers through it’s annual Rookie of the Year program.

California Credit Union Launches School Backpack Drive

July 5, 2022: In partnership with the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club, California Credit Union launches a school backpack drive to benefit local elementary and middle school students.

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California Credit Union Awards Grant to Santa Monica Teacher

June 29, 2022: As part of its commitment to help educators create innovative learning opportunities for their students, the credit union has provided 10 grants of $500 each to underwrite class projects in Los Angeles County. One of the grants was awarded to Jessica Gutierrez, Santa Monica High School.

California Credit Union provides teacher grants to benefit educators & students across Los Angeles and San Diego County

June 22, 2022: As part of its commitment to help educators create innovative learning opportunities for their students, the credit union has provided $155,000 to date, in teacher grants, to underwrite class projects in Los Angeles and San Diego County.

Credit Union Gives Out Scholarships

June 19, 2022: The credit union’s annual scholarship program was created in 2005 to recognize outstanding students within its local communities. Since the creation of the program, the credit union has awarded more than $375,000 in scholarships to students across Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Diego counties.

North Island Credit Union Partners with North County African American Women’s Association (NCAAWA) to Award Four College Scholarships

June 16, 2022: For the second year, North Island Credit Union has partnered with NCAAWA to provide $10,000 in scholarships to local female students of African American descent.

San Diego Business Journal Announces the 2022 CEO of the Year Awards Finalists

June 13, 2022: Steve O’Connell, President & CEO, is named an Awards Finalist for the SDBJ’s 2022 CEO of the Year

North Island Credit Union presents the Poway Unified School District with the Innovation in Education Impact Award for Equity Program

June 7, 2022: North Island Credit Union presented the 2022 Innovation in Education Impact Award to the Poway Unified School District as part of its role as a leading sponsor of the Classroom of the Future Foundation.

SoCal Credit Union Offers $100K Donation Match for Ukraine Relief

March 10, 2022: California Credit Union is partnering with the Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions to raise funds for Ukraine.

San Diego Business Journal Announces the Most Influential People in San Diego

November 29, 2021: Steve O’Connell, President & CEO, Voted One of San Diego’s Top Influential People of 2021

Ameriprise to Manage California Credit Union’s Investment Program

August 4, 2021: California Credit Union has chosen Ameriprise Financial Institutions Group (AFIG) to expand its financial planning offering.  

Best Annual Reports in Banking

August 2021: California Credit Union’s 2020 Annual Report was chosen by The Financial Brand as one of the best 29 Annual Reports in banking.  

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego, North Island Credit Union Partner for Backpack Drive

August 2021: North Island Credit Union recently provided 500 backpacks and school supplies to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego as part of its annual Back 2 School Drive.

NCAAWA, North Island Credit Union Partner for Scholarships

March 18, 2021: The North County African American Women’s Association is expanding its educational support programs in partnership with North Island Credit Union, which is funding an additional $10,000 in college scholarships.

Surprise! San Diego County’s High School ‘Counselor of the Year’ is Ambushed with Love

January 22, 2021: North Island Credit Union proudly sponsors the San Diego County 2021 School Counselors of the Year awards.

2020 Superintendent of the Year Winner

November 16, 2020: California Credit Union takes part in a surprise ceremony with the LA County Office of Education.

Credit Unions Follow Playbook During Pandemic 

October 26, 2020: No. 2 on the Business Journal’s list of credit unions, member-funded Glendale-based California Credit Union does not cater to one specific industry adversely impacted by the pandemic.

Local Credit Unions Offer Relief from Financial Storm 

September 21, 2020: California Credit Union gave 90-day deferments on loan products.