Become a Champion for Point West Members
Help guide our mission, empower our community, and make a lasting impact.
Our Declaration of Beliefs
Citizens of Point West
We always have been and always will be a safe space for anyone who needs it. Walking in our doors makes you a Citizen of Point West.
People Helping People
We treat all people with respect and dignity and offer honest service, without prejudice. This has always been our standard and nothing will change that.
Banking without Borders
Where you were born should not determine how you live. We offer lending and services to immigrants and all members of the Hispanic community, and we have been awarded the prestigious Juntos Avanzamos designation.
Minority is the Majority
Our community is richer for its diversity of people and voices. We find unity in our differences.
Transforming Lives
Financial empowerment is at the core of happy and healthy lives. Our passion and our DNA is to help individuals and local businesses get on their feet and take control of their destinies.
Accountable to the Underserved
Financial equity is not for a select few. We welcome all people, especially those who have been turned down elsewhere.
Vision Statement
To provide historically underserved communities with a trusted financial cooperative, enabling them to thrive through equitable access to safe and sound financial services.
Mission Statement
At Point West, we strive to expand the efforts of our members in providing for their families and building wealth by delivering financial services in a cooperative model. We believe the strongest credit union combines the resources and expertise of our members and staff, with a primary emphasis on integrating community members who have not had their financial needs met elsewhere. Our commitment to equity leads to intentionally designing services tailored to the unique experiences of Spanish-speaking and Black, Indigenous, People of Color communities.
Volunteer Value Proposition
Lead and activate the credit union’s mission.
Represent and be the voice for Point West members.
Gain leadership experience and ongoing training.
Make a real difference in the lives of individuals and small businesses.
Build relationships within the industry and community.
Serving on the Point West Credit Union Board means leading with purpose, growing as a leader, and ensuring every voice shapes the future of our community. Board members play a pivotal role in advancing financial equity and inclusion, guiding strategy to expand access and strengthen member trust. In this role, you gain hands-on governance and leadership experience, opportunities for professional growth through training and collaboration, and the fulfillment of knowing your service makes a tangible impact. Our inclusive board culture values diverse perspectives, open dialogue, and respectful collaboration, ensuring that governance reflects the communities we serve while preparing you to be part of a lasting legacy of equity, innovation, and cooperative leadership.
Volunteer Positions & Job Descriptions
Board of Directors
The credit union board member is responsible for providing strategic guidance, oversight, and governance for the credit union. They play a critical role in shaping the credit union’s vision, mission, and strategic direction, while ensuring the organization operates in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and credit union bylaws and policies.
Supervisory Committee
The role of the Supervisory Committee is to support the Board of Directors in fulfilling its governance and oversight responsibilities in relation to financial reporting, internal control structure, risk management systems, internal and external audit functions and ethical accountability.
📝 How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide
To apply for a volunteer position on the Board of Directors or Supervisory Committee, please complete and submit the following forms:
- Volunteer Application
Share your contact information, committee preferences, and responses to key questions. - Candidate Self-Assessment
Reflect on your strengths, experience, and alignment with Point West’s mission. - Volunteer Intentions Form
Indicate your interest, availability, and commitment to serving. - Volunteer Confidentiality Form
Acknowledge your responsibility to maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards. - Bondability Form
Required for background screening and eligibility verification. - Board Demographic Intake Form
Help us ensure diverse representation and inclusive leadership.
Frequently Asked Questions
No! Ongoing training will be provided.
a. Eight (8) monthly board meetings
b. Annual Meeting of the Membership (second Tuesday in May)
c. One (1) in-person Saturday Planning Session (third Saturday in May)
d. Supervisory Committee Members: quarterly meetings
No more than three (3) missed meetings per year.