Government Shutdown Assistance

Government Shutdown Assistance

If you or someone you know is in need of assistance due to the government shutdown beginning October 1, 2025, Columbia Credit Union is here to help. You may be eligible for government shutdown assistance if your pay is impacted, you’re a member in good standing (or a new member), and you are a federal government employee.

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Government Shutdown Assistance

If you or someone you know is in need of assistance due to the government shutdown beginning October 1, 2025, Columbia Credit Union is here to help. You may be eligible for government shutdown assistance if your pay is impacted, you’re a member in good standing (or a new member), and you are a federal government employee.

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Two ways to help bridge the gap between paychecks:

0% APR Short-Term Government Shutdown Loan

Steer clear of extreme payday lenders or running up your credit card balances. When you need a hand up, we can provide a loan that won’t set you back.

  • Available for impacted members in good standing (new members are eligible)
  • Maximum loan amount equal to two (2) net paychecks – Max of $3,500 per member
  • No fees, no interest for first 90 days

Loan Skip-Payment
Program

Having trouble making payments on qualifying existing consumer loans with Columbia Credit Union due to the shutdown? The Skip-Pay program is here to help.

  • Available for impacted members in good standing (new members are eligible)
  • All standard fees waived
  • Cannot be combined the 0% APR Short-Term Government Shutdown Loan

We're here to help.

Making life better for our members is what we do—especially when times get tough. If you are furloughed and your pay is disrupted, but you don’t meet the eligibility requirements, we recommend visiting a branch or contacting us to discuss your situation with one of our associates. We want to work together to find ways to help.

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