International Credit Union Day
09/23/20
On Thursday, October 15, 2020 FCCU will celebrate International Credit Union (ICU) Day alongside thousands of other credit unions. This year will mark the 72nd anniversary of this celebration, with the theme “Open Your Eyes to a Credit Union”, as we celebrate the credit union difference, history and the success of the "People - not Profit" philosophy. Today, over 235 million people are served by credit unions in 109 countries and six continents.
We encourage you to stop by your local branch on ICU Day for giveaways and to register for door prizes. New this year, you can also register to win prizes online!
We'll be giving away:
- $100 iTunes gift card
- $50 to a local restaurant of winner’s choice (3 winners)
- $50 to a local small business of winner’s choice (3 winners)
- Yeti Rambler Travel mug and $20 gift card to a local coffee shop of the winner’s choice (3 winners)
This year’s theme “Open Your Eyes to a Credit Union” emphasizes on breaking the five common misconceptions about credit unions.
Myth #1: I can’t join a credit union.
This myth is simply not true! Becoming a member of a credit union is easy. You don’t have to work anyplace special. FCCU is a community-based financial. Credit unions have what’s called a Field of Membership and FCCU’s is more than half the state of North Dakota and into western Minnesota. Also, the process of opening an account or switching from your current financial is easy and can be done online.
Myth #2: Credit unions don’t have the technology I need.
We may be a local, community-based credit union, but local, doesn’t mean you’re limited. FCCU offers free mobile apps, FCCU online, bill pay, mobile check deposit, business FCCU online and more. We know you want security and protection from a financial institution. Technology is important in managing your finances in today’s world and FCCU has made an investment to make sure you can manage your money anytime and anywhere.
Myth #3: Credit unions don’t have enough locations.
FCCU has 28 branch locations across 23 cities in North Dakota and Minnesota. Today, we are 45,000 members strong.
Myth #4: Banks have more ATMs.
Nearly all of our branches have ATMS. FCCU checking account holders can take advantage of no ATM fees at thousands of locations with shared networking and Kasasa checking. We want members to travel and enjoy life, knowing your money is always nearby.
Myth #5: Credit unions don’t offer many products.
Each and every day, FCCU helps people like you achieve your financial goals, faster. You might be surprised to hear we offer the same products, and in many cases, more than your other financial institution. From business checking and loans, to mortgages, agriculture lending, credit cards, checking, savings and IRAs, we provide a full array of financial services. We were the first in the area to offer a unique, free checking account called Kasasa; this high interest earning checking pays cash rewards each month and offers free ATMs.
There are countless reasons why one should join a credit union, but most importantly with FCCU, you’re a person and not just an account number. We believe in providing a better financial future for all members.
Be sure to join us at any of our branches on October 15 to celebrate International Credit Union Day. As a reminder, you can stop by to register for door prizes or simply follow this link to register for your chance to win!