Westoba is celebrating 60 years of success in business. To show appreciation to their members and their communities, they are giving away $60,000.00 through Westoba Inspire in 2023. A media release says “Westoba Inspire, Westoba Credit Unions’ community investment program will open its first round of application submissions March 1 – 31, 2023 for projects up to $30,000.00.”
“Thanks to our staff, members and communities, Westoba Credit Union is celebrating 60 successful years of business.” Said Jim Rediger, Westoba’s President, and CEO. “Giving back $60,000.00 through the Inspire program is a great opportunity to say thank you and for our communities to complete projects that will make a lasting impact in their areas; This support helps build strong and independent communities, which is at the heart of the credit union difference.
“Applicants must be a non-profit, charitable, or community organization or have a charitable fiscal agent to act on their behalf. Applications are reviewed by Westoba’s Community Investment Committee which includes staff, member, and Board representation. Successful applications are chosen based on their ability to align with Westoba’s goal to support community infrastructure.”
Applications will be accepted through an online application form available March 1st – 31st at www.westoba.com
“Created in 2017, Westoba Inspire is the result of Westoba’s Community Investment Fund in partnership with the Brandon Area Community Foundation. To be eligible for funding, applicants must be a non-profit charitable organization, support community infrastructure projects that are started locally or have a clear local impact; are inclusive and bring people together; are long-term or multi-functional; and promote staying, taking part, and engaging in an enriched community.
Westoba is a full-service financial cooperative offering a wide range of services and products to meet unique financial needs. Centralized in Brandon, Manitoba, Westoba has 13 locations (including corporate office) throughout the province, employing approximately 200 people.”
