For more than 75 years, our local chapter of the Urban League has empowered Black communities and elevated the standard of living across Oregon and SW Washington. Through culturally specific programming and a focus on economic empowerment, the Urban League of Portland supports equality in economic security, education, employment, and health, all while celebrating Black joy. From February 1 through …
OnPoint’s Refer a Friend campaigns have raised more than $296,250 for six non-profit organizations since 2018 PORTLAND, Ore., February 1, 2023—OnPoint Community Credit Union today kicked off its Refer a Friend non-profit campaign to benefit one of the region’s oldest civil rights and social service organizations. OnPoint selected Urban League of Portland for the campaign that runs February 1 through …
The New Year is the perfect time to analyze and re-assess your financial status and establish your financial goals for the year ahead. You’re likely familiar with New Year’s resolutions. However, did you know that creating habits is more effective than setting goals? With that in mind, here are some questions you can ask yourself to start building better habits …
The holidays can raise stress levels with increased family and social pressure, high expectations, dietary concerns, and personal finances. It’s also common for shoppers to feel pressure to spend more money than feels comfortable during the holidays. Before being tempted to break your budget, consider these budgeting tips to avoid overspending this holiday season: 1. Create a spending plan. Taking …
The holidays are full of fun and festivity including decorating, parties, and gift exchanges with loved ones. Carrying on family customs and starting new traditions often comes with an uptick in spending. So, what’s the best way to handle the added financial need? Should you increase your line of credit for the holidays? Pay cash? Or adjust your expectations? If …
Recent advances in treatment have led to improved outlooks and higher survival rates for children with cancer. However, according to the American Cancer Society, 10,470 children under 15 will be diagnosed with cancer in the U.S. this year. Despite improved outcomes, undergoing treatment is still challenging for these children, and JoyRx Children’s Cancer Association provides young cancer patients opportunities to …
As adults, we spend much of our time online both personally and for work. So naturally as parents, most people are at least familiar with the basic concepts of cybersecurity. However, kids are spending an average of nine hours online daily, usually more time than their parents. The time kids spend online may not necessarily involve all the same insight …
Currently, as many as 79% of Americans have used a mobile payment option, such as Zelle, Venmo, and PayPal, but that figure is expected to increase steadily as payment options become easier to use and more widely accepted. It’s important to understand how mobile payment options work as people use them more in their day-to-day lives. The number one rule …
OnPoint’s Refer a Friend campaign has raised more than $262,400 for five non-profit organizations since it began in 2018. PORTLAND, Ore., September 1, 2022 — OnPoint Community Credit Union today kicked off its eighth Refer a Friend campaign benefitting local non-profits. The campaign allows members to support local community organizations while introducing friends and family to OnPoint’s full range of …