Gesa Credit Union announces new student-run Lynnwood High School Branch
BOTHELL—Gesa, a leading credit union in Washington dedicated to driving meaningful change in the communities it serves, on Wednesday announced the grand opening of its newest High School Credit Union (HSCU) Program at Lynnwood High School. This new location marks Gesa’s 18 student-run branch statewide and its first within the Edmonds School District, showcasing its […]
Gesa Credit Union to celebrate Lynnwood Branch remodel with Local Hero and Member Appreciation Day
LYNNWOOD—Gesa Credit Union, one of Washington’s largest credit unions and a major supporter of community programs, is celebrating the completion of its Lynnwood branch remodel with a weeklong Local Hero Appreciation initiative and a Member Appreciation Day Open House. Throughout the week of March 17–21, Gesa will surprise local heroes with special deliveries of sweet […]
Gesa Credit Union awards $475,000 to 44 Local Hero Organizations
LYNNWOOD—Gesa, a community-focused credit union, is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 Local Heroes Grant Program, which provides funds to organizations supporting local heroes within the community. This year, Gesa awarded more than $475,000 in grants to 44 organizations across the Pacific Northwest, marking its largest donation year yet. The top awarded organizations […]
Gesa Credit Union welcomes Industry Veteran as new Vice President of Internal Audit
RICHLAND—Gesa, a community-focused credit union, on August 21 announced the appointment of Lance Johnson as Vice President of Internal Audit. With more than 34 years of experience in financial oversight and risk management, Johnson will leverage his expertise to strengthen Gesa’s internal controls and ensure the continued safety and soundness of the credit union’s assets. […]
More than $380,000 awarded to local school districts by Gesa Credit Union
LYNNWOOD—Gesa, a community-focused credit union, is proud to announce that it is awarding more than $380,000 to partner school districts across Washington state through its Affinity Debit Card Program, marking the program’s largest annual contribution to date. The record-breaking funds, which were generated through the 2023-2024 school year, will support local schools by enhancing academic […]
Gesa Credit Union is calling on Local Heroes Across the Pacific Northwest
RICHLAND—Gesa, a community-focused credit union, on Tuesday announced its 2024 Local Heroes Grant Program will be accepting grant applications through July 31, 2024. Any local organization that supports local heroes in a Gesa community, such as firefighters, healthcare workers, law enforcement, educators, and veterans, is encouraged to apply for grants up to $50,000 to support […]
Gesa Credit Union to acquire Security State Bank
LYNNWOOD—Gesa Credit Union, a community-focused credit union headquartered in Richland, Washington, and Security State Corporation, the bank holding company of Security State Bank, headquartered in Centralia, Washington, jointly announced on May 23, 2024, that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Gesa Credit Union will acquire and assume substantially all of the assets […]
Gesa Credit Union and Arbor Day Foundation celebrate 31,000 trees planted
RICHLAND—Gesa, a community-focused credit union, is proud to announce this Arbor Day that its Forevergreen Affinity Card, a fundraising program created in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation, has had a successful first year. With support from more than 7,000 Gesa members and card holders, the two organizations raised more than $66,000, which will go […]
Gesa Credit Union teams with the Red Cross to protect Northwest homes
RICHLAND—Gesa, a community-focused credit union, is partnering with the American Red Cross Northwest region to support the “Sound the Alarm (STA). Save a Life.” campaign, which provides free smoke alarms to those in need and educates the public about home fire safety. Gesa is encouraging the community to join its efforts by donating and volunteering […]
Gesa Credit Union hosts Cheeseback giveaways at Lynnwood location
LYNNWOOD, Wash., November 23, 2023—Gesa Credit Union set up a four-day giveaway event in front of its Lynnwood location at 3405 188th Street, from November 19 through November 22, in honor of its WSU Cheeseback Rewards Program. The rewards program is in partnership with Washington State University (WSU), a first of its kind program that […]
