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Redwood Credit Union grant to Good Farm Fund expands access to fresh, healthy food
Redwood Credit Union (RCU) is helping bring fresh, local food to more tables through a $10,000 grant to the Good Farm Fund, reinforcing our commitment to strengthening local economies and increasing food access across the communities we serve.
O’Reilly joins Redwood Credit Union (RCU) as senior vice president
Financial services veteran will lead RCU’s risk and assurance teams, namely risk management, compliance, bank secrecy act/anti-money laundering, internal audit, vendor management, and business continuity.
Table of Experts — Small business, big impact: How credit unions are fueling Bay Area growth
Steve Ward, SVP of Business Services at RCU, shares how a small business owner’s relationship with their financial institution can be instrumental to their success.
Redwood Credit Union Named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2025
We’re proud to be recognized as one of America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2025 by Newsweek. This award recognizes RCU’s impact and commitment to its company culture, work-life balance, and well-being for its team members.
Music nonprofits recipients of birthday cash
Redwood Credit Union President & CEO Brett Martinez and Walking Mirrors band mate Mark Nelson raised funds for three local music programs during their shared birthday celebrations.
Redwood Credit Union, Napa Valley College partner on career readiness, workforce development
RCU was the lead sponsor of this year’s Napa Valley College Career Fair, supporting both student engagement and employer hospitality.
Redwood Credit Union Turns 75
RCU opened in 1950 with seven employees in a modest, small outpost and has grown to 24 branches across the North Coast from San Francisco to Ukiah.
RCU Celebrates Small Business Growth—in May and Every Day
As RCU marks 75 years of service, we celebrate not just our own history, but the stories of the small businesses that help shape our communities.
Kristen Mahlmann Leads with Big-Picture Purpose at RCU
This features on our Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Kristen Mahlmann, gives some great insight into her experience and her current role at RCU.
North Bay Business Journal Names 40 Under Forty Winners for 2025
Kat Bundesen, RCU’s Compliance Manager, is included in this prestigious annual list.
North Bay banks, credit unions take part in Los Angeles wildfire aid
RCU and Patelco credit unions along with Exchange and Poppy banks are taking part in Gov. Newsom’s mortgage and disaster relief program for the Los Angeles area.
Brett Martinez, RCU's President and CEO, expresses our willingness to share resources with other credit unions in times like these.
Redwood Credit Union celebrates 75 years; recognized by Newsweek
RCU launched our yearlong 75th Anniversary celebration with a company-wide internal celebration. We also celebrated being recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Best Credit Unions in 2025.
Why banking locally has large impacts with Mishel Kaufman from Redwood Credit Union
Mishel Kaufman, our Chief Operating and Risk Officer, speaks with Justin and Haley Brown-Woods, creators of the Price of Avocado Toast podcast. Learn why banking locally is important and has extensive, positive ripple effects by keeping money within our communities.
Redwood Credit Union at your service
This special section in NorthBay biz magazine celebrates Redwood Credit Union’s 75 years of service! Learn more about how RCU is strong, secure, and built for the future!
North Bay small business bankers reveal what’s ahead in lending and finance in 2025
North Bay Business Journal talks with local small business commercial banking executives, including RCU, on trends, the inflation and concerns for financial institutions.
Discover why these 102 North Bay companies are Best Places to Work in 2024
“Our strength comes from having a meaningful impact on the communities and lives of the people we serve,” said Brett Martinez, president and CEO. “We achieve this because of our hardworking, dedicated team and their commitment to our members and community.”
Sonoma County Secret Santa Marathon on KZST Radio
Our President & CEO, Brett Martinez was interviewed about RCU's longstanding support and being named the first ever Champion Sponsor of the Sonoma County Secret Santa Program.
Redwood Credit Union donates more than $56,000 to local nonprofits for International Credit Union Day
RCU marks International Credit Union Day, Oct. 17, with $56k-plus in donations to nonprofits that perform community service.
We built a $250,000 ADU for our adult son in our backyard.
A loan from RCU helped this family build an affordable home for their son with special needs.
Financial literacy will soon become required learning in California
Beginning with the 2027-28 school year, California high school students must be taught the ABCs of finance, but many school districts are ahead of the curve. RCU's Bite of Reality program has been helping.
Redwood Credit Union shreds 134,280 pounds of documents at Shred-a-Thon
A tally of the results of our 5 Shred-a-Thon events throughout the summer.
Napa's Folklore café and store grows business with SBA funding
RCU assisted a local Napa couple to secure SBA 504 funding to purchase a building for their half bar/café serving up local wines and a small food menu, and half vinyl shop featuring new and used vinyl records and CDs. Owning the building locks in their occupancy costs for the long term.
Hunter Pence’s Healthy Planet Project and Redwood Credit Union Team Up to Beautify San Francisco School
Redwood Credit Union recently teamed up with former San Francisco Giants All-Star Hunter Pence’s Healthy Planet Project to create a warm and welcoming space for returning Tenderloin Community Elementary School students.
For Napa wealth management manager Jackie Lou D’Avolio-Raquidan, the work is ‘deeply personal’
The Napa Valley Register features Napa resident and RCU wealth management manager in the outlet’s “10 Questions” feature.
“Be Bold and Don't Worry So Much,” Learnings from RCU's COO
RCU’s Mishel Kaufman shares her inspiring journey to the C-Suite.
Kashi Stallworth-Moore promoted to SVP of People
Kashi Moore-Stallworth has been promoted to the role of senior vice president of people for Redwood Credit Union.
CEO's birthday concert raises $24,000 for local nonprofits
The Second Annual Birthday Benefit Bash for Brett Martinez, president and CEO of Redwood Credit Union, and Mark Nelson, lead singer of Walking Mirrors Music, who share a birthday, raised money that was donated to the Redwood Credit Union Community Fund (RCUCF).
Redwood Credit Union's Commitment to the Community
A credit union is a financial institution focusing on service, not profit. With its philosophy of "people helping people," Redwood Credit Union is a wonderful illustration of the edict.
Redwood Credit Union lending manager receives Los Cien award
Redwood Credit Union announced June 26 that Priscilla Jaworski-Quintanilla was honored as the Los Cien Puente Y Ganas award recipient, which stands for “bridge and willing.”
Sonoma County nonprofits snag millions in climate grants
Child Parent Institute and Ceres Community Project have been tapped to create climate resiliency centers, programs in southwest Santa Rosa.
10 Most Innovative Credit Unions in America for 2024
RCU named #1 Most Innovative Credit Union for Digital Experiences.
America's Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions 2024
These institutions prove that a community-centered approach can redefine the banking experience.
California Credit Unions Donates $331,000 to UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital
Redwood Credit Union CEO Brett Martinez and Patelco Credit Union CEO Erin Mendez presented a $331,000 check to UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital.
Redwood Credit Union added to "Best Credit Unions" list
Redwood Credit Union has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Best Credit Unions 2024
North Bay small-business bankers reveal what's ahead for lending, finance in 2024
Brian Kilkenny, VP of Business Lending weighs in on AI being used throughout the industry.
Newsweek Names Redwood Credit Union one of "America's Best Credit Unions"
Redwood Credit Union has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Best Credit Unions 2024
Redwood CU Steps Up to Help Fill Hole in Stockings
After Sonoma County’s annual Secret Santa program fell short of its gift drive goals this year, Redwood Credit Union said it stepped up to fill the holiday wishes of many people in need.
These Sonoma County small businesses make it big, closing out year strong
Here’s how two Sonoma County startup businesses with fewer than 100 employees have been gearing up for the holiday shopping season — and how they’re charting their success beyond.
Downtown Santa Rosa’s holiday skating rink kicks off its weekly theme nights with a ‘Barbie’ party
For the first theme event of the skating season, the rink, put on by the Santa Rosa Metro Chamber with presenting sponsor Redwood Credit Union, invites the public to dress up as their favorite Barbie or Ken doll and skate to “Barbie”-themed music while enjoying games and activities hosted by professional skater Melinda Speer.
Solano, Sonoma, Marin, Napa credit union loans jump 10% in Q3
North Bay credit unions are riding out challenging economic conditions, as illustrated at the end of the third quarter in a report showing record year-over-year rises in loans, memberships, and deposits.
Marin Gives Back: Our Nonprofit Partners in Giving, 2023
In the spirit of “people helping people,” Redwood Credit Union (RCU) is dedicated to supporting our local community here in Marin.
PPP Forgiveness Application Deadline
Congress passed The Economic Aid Act which changed the deferment period from 6 months post covered period to 10 months post covered period. For example, if your covered period ended June 30, 2021, under the new guidelines the earliest your first loan payment wouldn’t be due until April 2022, and you have until then to request forgiveness. Please use the following calculation to help you identify when your forgiveness will be due:
- PPP borrowers may select a covered period anywhere from 8 weeks to 24 weeks.
- RCU is automatically calculating your loan due date based on a 24-week covered period, if you intend on using a shorter covered period please inform us immediately as this will impact your due date.
- Your correct deadline will be reflected in your online banking account.
If all or part of your PPP loan is not forgiven, your first loan payment will be due the first of the following month after a decision is made by the SBA.
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