Government Shutdown Assistance: If you’ve suffered loss of wages due to the government shutdown, we’re here to help! Learn More.

Articles

Explore our library for financial tips, budgeting strategies, inspiring community stories, and more!

Family eating Thanksgiving dinner.

5 Ways to Host Thanksgiving on a Budget

It's that time of year again where we gather with family and friends to celebrate the holiday season. It's also a time for us to take stock of all we have, be grateful, and give thanks. But there is one thing I've noticed about Thanksgiving: it can get expensive! Fortunately, you don't need to break the bank in order...
Woman shopping during the holidays.

10 Ways to Save for the Holidays

Many people find themselves in the difficult position of having a limited budget for gifts during the holiday season. This can be hard when you have friends and family members who want to give great presents, but you just don't have enough money to do so. The good news is that there are many ways that you can save...
Light bulbs glowing.

Rivermark Gives $20,000 to Oregon Energy Fund

The Rivermark Community Fund has directed its 2021 grant to provide $20,000 in utility bill assistance through the Oregon Energy Fund (OEF). The donation will support households in Clackamas, Gilliam, Hood River, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Sherman, Wasco, Washington, Wheeler, and Yamhill counties.
The Rivermark team at a volunteer event.

Rivermark & Rebuilding Together

Rivermark employees and their family members sprang into action for another volunteer day with Rebuilding Together Portland. Rain or shine, the team of 17 had a hearty list of home improvements planned, and thankfully, the sun showed up and shined on throughout the workday.
Happy woman walking with a coffee in her hand.

Urban League Financial Empowerment Collaborative

Rivermark strives to build and give back to the community we serve. Financial wellness is at the heart of the credit union industry and is an ongoing focus at Rivermark. With that, we are excited to announce Rivermark's latest initiative in collaboration with other local credit unions: The Urban League Financial...
Person using a video teller machine.

Celebrating 1 Million Video Teller Transactions

Rivermark recently hit a huge milestone . . . 1 million video teller transactions! In September we celebrated this milestone by giving away $100 at random to members using the video teller machines. Check out the winning reactions in our video below!
Man putting cash in a piggy bank.

Ways to Save Money Every Day of the Month

If you're looking to save money on a monthly basis, it's important to have a plan. It can be hard to find the motivation and discipline necessary to save if you don't know where your money is going or what it's being used for. That's why we've created this guide - so that you'll know exactly how much you need to spend...
Hand typing on a laptop.

10 Important Cyber Security Tips

More than half of the world's population could have had their private information leaked online! In this post, we'll discuss 10 important Cyber Security tips that you should follow if you want to protect yourself from malicious hackers and keep your private information safe online.
Golfers at the Rivermark Charity Gold Tournament.

2021 Rivermark Golf Tournament Recap

On Friday, August 20th, 2021 we hosted our annual Rivermark Community Foundation Golf Tournament. We had a fantastic turnout and a wonderful day filled with golf, laughter, and charitable giving. We were able to raise $42,380.12 for the Rivermark Community Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation.
Laptop showing credit score information.

6 Factors That Could Hurt Your Credit Score

It's no secret that maintaining a good credit score is essential to strong financial health. It is a must if you ever wish to take out a substantial loan or need to apply for rental properties. Most people know the basics of what may hurt and what may help your credit score. For example, paying your bills on time will...