THE CURRENT: Q1 2025
More Paths to Your Future!
Introducing The Legacy Scholarship!
At Community West, we’re all about supporting the dreams of our members and their families! That’s why we’re offering scholarships to help make higher education a little easier. Whether you’re heading to undergraduate college/university, trade, or vocational school, these scholarships are here to give outstanding students like you a boost.
Introducing The Legacy Scholarship!
This scholarship aims to acknowledge and reward individuals who align with the pillars the Foundation was built upon: Community Development, Financial Literacy, Empowering Youth, and Advocation of Human Rights.
Three (3) $2,000 scholarships
No Membership Required
The Vern Hyde Scholarship
This scholarship aims to acknowledge and reward outstanding efforts in leadership, volunteerism, and community involvement.
One (1) $3,000 scholarship
Membership Required
Tax Season is Near
If you will be e-filing and direct depositing a tax refund for the 2023 tax year, you will need to fill in the ROUTING (272480995) number for Community West and your ACCOUNT number. For your account number, please review a recent account statement or visit your nearest branch for assistance.
NOTE: Your debit card number is not your CWCU account number and will delay your refund significantly.
Beware of IRS Imposter Scams
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is the government agency that collects federal taxes. Scammers pretend to be IRS officials to get you to send them money and other sensitive information. Be on the lookout for warning signs- the IRS will never contact you by phone call or email, and will not require a specific payment method. When in doubt, hand up and call the IRS directly at 800.829.1040.
Don't Fall for Romance Scams
Did you know fraudsters often pose as someone special looking for love on dating websites and apps? Soon, they want to email, call, or message you to get off the platform. They will tug at your heartstrings by saying it's true love. Then, they start asking for money, Maybe it's for a plane ticket to visit you, to cover an emergency surgery or car problems. There will always be a sense of urgency to pressure you into acting immediately, but it's a SCAM!
Keep in mind, if it seems too good to be true - it likely is.
Protect Your Account
- IDProtect: Protect your money and your identity with IDProtect.
- Fraud Alerts: Automated alerts to notify of potentially fraudulent transactions.
- Card Alerts: Free service for custom notifications for transactions.
- eStatements: Keep documents safe and secure in online banking.
Community Involvement
Community is in our name and part of our DNA
At CWCU, we are dedicated to supporting the local communities where we live, work, and play through volunteerism, sponsorships, and donations. Many of our team members make regular contributions of their time, talent, and treasure to worthy causes. Take a look at some of our highlights within the community over the last year:
- Participated in CU Kind Day and donated:
- Hygiene and feminine hygiene kits to Mel Trotter
- Decorated Supper Bags for Kids Food Basket
- Assembled flowers for Walk to End Alzheimer’s
- Created seasonal cards for local Senior Centers
- Meal Cards & Play-Doh Monster Kits for Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital
- Launched the first annual Learning Legends Giveaway- awarding local teachers $100 Amazon gift cards to put toward their classroom supplies.
- Partnered up with BHS Insurance for our annual Habitat for Humanity of Kent County home build.
- Sponsored Zoo City FC Women’s street soccer team through a new partnership with The Soccer Rebellion who are dedicated to bringing American street soccer culture to life and putting the players in charge.
New Year's Day
Wednesday, January 1
ALL BRANCHES CLOSED
MLK Jr. Day:
Saturday, January 18 - Monday, January 20
ALL BRANCHES CLOSED
President's Day
Saturday, February 15 - Monday, February 17
ALL BRANCHES CLOSED
Board Meeting
Monday, April 28
3 Seats Open | Petitions Due by February 1, 2025