With this certification, California Credit Union will apply for grant funding later this year to further expand its
mission-driven programs for historically underserved communities that lack access to traditional, affordable
financial products and services in its service areas.
CDFI certification is the latest step in California Credit Union’s mission to meet the needs of underserved
populations in its communities. Its Option Checking account was recently certified as meeting the Bank On
National Account Standards, offering safe access to a traditional checking account, with zero fees or overdraft
charges to support moving members out of a debt cycle. The credit union also has adjusted underwriting
guidelines to provide easier access to funds, launched credit card products for members looking to build/restore
credit, and offers a full suite of financial education and literacy resources.
In earning the certification, California Credit Union worked with CU Strategic Planning, a Tacoma, Washington-
based firm that assists institutions with the CDFI application process.
About California Credit Union
California Credit Union is a federally insured, state chartered credit union founded in 1933 with assets over $4.5 billion, more
than 170,000 members, and 24 retail branches. The credit union serves community members and businesses in the
California counties of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, and Ventura as well as school employees
throughout the state. The credit union operates in San Diego and Riverside Counties as North Island Credit Union, a division
of California Credit Union. The credit union offers a full suite of consumer, business and investment products and services,
including comprehensive consumer checking and loan options, personalized financial planning, business banking, and
leading-edge online and mobile banking. Visit ccu.com for more information or follow the credit union on Instagram® or
Facebook® @CaliforniaCreditUnion.
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