Ready to join a credit union but don’t know how?
No worries, we got you! Here’s a breakdown of the top credit unions and the hacks to become a member.
Let's dive in!
1. Navy Federal Credit Union
🚢 For military heroes (and their friends)
You’ll need a military connection or a sponsor to join. Pro tip: Some folks talk about a back door method.
2. Pentagon Federal Credit Union (PenFed)
🛡 Easy for military supporters!
Join by signing up for the National Military Family Association ($15) or Voices for America’s Troops ($14). PenFed even helps with the signup. Boom! You're in.
3. The Golden 1 Credit Union
💰 California vibes, anyone?
Not in Cali? No biggie! Become a member of the Financial Fitness Association for just $8. Click “Open an Account,” and you’re golden (literally).
4. Alliant Credit Union
🌟 Help foster kids & yourself!
Donate $10 to Foster Care to Success (FCS), and you’re eligible. Win-win for you and a great cause!
5. San Diego County Credit Union (SDCCU)
🏖 SoCal love for everyone!
Join the Financial Fitness Association (yes, again!) for $8. Click "Open an Account," and you're all set.
6. Digital Federal Credit Union (DCU)
💻 Go digital, baby!
Sign up through a partner organization with a membership fee between $25–$120. Once you’re in DCU, it’s forever! (You can cancel the other membership after joining.)
7. Kinecta Federal Credit Union
📍 Santa Monica sunshine for you!
Join through the Consumers Cooperative Society of Santa Monica for $10. Don’t worry Kinecta will handle the paperwork for you.
8. Lake Michigan Credit Union (LMCU)
🏞 A good cause + perks!
Make a donation to the ALS Association, West Michigan Chapter. That’s it you’re eligible!
9. GTE Federal Credit Union
⚡ Power up with CUSavers!
Sign up with CUSavers for a one-time $10 fee. Easy peasy, and you're in.
10. NASA Federal Credit Union
🚀 Space dreams included!
Get a free membership to the National Space Society (NSS), and boom you’re ready to blast off with NASA FCU.
It’s that simple! Go ahead and grab those credit union perks like a pro.