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JOIN US
Join the place making local community life better.
Columbia Credit Union is a community-minded financial cooperative. That means we put people first, reinvesting in the community to make life better in the place we all call home.
CREDIT UNIONS
Join the credit union movement.
Lindsey Salvestrin, our President & CEO, joined branch leader Julie Bocanegra on Hello Rose City to discuss the credit union movement and all the benefits of being a member at a place that puts members first:
- How money stays in the community
- Why credit unions can offer better rates
- What local service brings to members
CREDIT UNIONS
Join the credit union movement.
Lindsey Salvestrin, our President & CEO, joined branch leader Julie Bocanegra on Hello Rose City to discuss the credit union movement and all the benefits of being a member at a place that puts members first:
- How money stays in the community
- Why credit unions can offer better rates
- What local service brings to members
★★★★★
"I love my bank. Columbia CU makes it super easy to complete all my banking needs! Come join us."
- Angie G.
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Making life better for local businesses.
According to our member business Uptown Screen Printing, where you bank matters. Columbia Credit Union is proud to be a catalyst for growth for local shops around town.
JOIN US
Making life better for local businesses.
According to our member business Uptown Screen Printing, where you bank matters. Columbia Credit Union is proud to be a catalyst for growth for local shops around town.
Extending a Little Kindness
Overdrafts happen. Charging more of what you already don’t have doesn’t help anyone. That’s why our Overdraft Kindness eliminates fees to help smooth the path when finances get rocky. In line with our core value of financial wellness, we absorb the burden of operating fees typically passed on to members when an account goes negative, while offering an opportunity to avoid a one-time fee if an account is brought back positive by the end of the day.
*No Overdraft Fee if, as of our day-end processing, the day’s withdrawal(s) don’t overdraw (or further overdraw) the current balance by more than $20.
No Overdraft Fee if deposit(s) or transfer(s) are made by 6:30 pm on the same day of the overdraft(s) to bring the current balance to at least $20 or less overdrawn.
MAKING LIFE BETTER
Meet Tim Schauer
An avid cyclist, local business owner, and Columbia Credit Union board member—Tim Schauer knows this community well. Watch the video to see why Tim knows Columbia CU puts the community first.
MAKING LIFE BETTER
Meet Tim Schauer
An avid cyclist, local business owner, and Columbia Credit Union board member—Tim Schauer knows this community well. Watch the video to see why Tim knows Columbia CU puts the community first.
"Columbia Credit Union cares about you as a person, as well as the community that we work in."
Tim Schauer, Columbia CU Board Member
"Columbia Credit Union cares about you as a person, as well as the community that we work in."
Tim Schauer, Columbia CU Board Member
Join the Best
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Columbia Credit Union has been voted the Best of Clark County for 16 years in a row.
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With 14 branch locations, we’re never far away. Swing by your local branch today!
Growing Together
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Being a good corporate citizen is an ongoing responsibility. Our vision of giving involves more than just writing a check.
Join the Best
Years in a Row
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Columbia Credit Union has been voted the Best of Clark County for 16 years in a row.
Stop by a Branch
Local Branches
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With 14 branch locations, we’re never far away. Swing by your local branch today!
Growing Together
Raised for community organizations
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Being a good corporate citizen is an ongoing responsibility. Our vision of giving involves more than just writing a check.
INCOME CHECKING
Earn 5.50% APY1 with Income Checking.
Each month, earn 5.50% APY1 on balances up to $25,000 and receive up to $25 in nationwide ATM fee rebates when 3 easy steps are completed during that month’s Requirements Period (26th of the prior month – 25th of the current month):
- Make at least 15 purchases using a combination of your Columbia CU debit card(s) and credit card(s)
- Have a direct deposit of at least $500 into your Income Checking
- Enroll in e-statements
INCOME CHECKING
Earn 5.50% APY1 with Income Checking.
Each month, earn 5.50% APY1 on balances up to $25,000 and receive up to $25 in nationwide ATM fee rebates when 3 easy steps are completed during that month’s Requirements Period (26th of the prior month – 25th of the current month):
- Make at least 15 purchases using a combination of your Columbia CU debit card(s) and credit card(s)
- Have a direct deposit of at least $500 into your Income Checking
- Enroll in e-statements
MAKING LIFE BETTER
Meet Lindsey Salvestrin
After working her way up in the organization, Lindsey now heads the area’s largest financial institution. Watch the video to learn how Columbia Credit Union puts people first.
MAKING LIFE BETTER
Meet Lindsey Salvestrin
After working her way up in the organization, Lindsey now heads the area’s largest financial institution. Watch the video to learn how Columbia Credit Union puts people first.
"Making life better is more than a slogan—it’s who we are."
Lindsey Salvestrin, Columbia CU President & CEO
"Making life better is more than a slogan—it’s who we are."
Lindsey Salvestrin, Columbia CU President & CEO
★★★★★
"Awesome people who work here. Never had a better experience. So glad I switched to a credit union. The tellers actually get to know you and who you are, unlike big banks that just see you as a number and not a human being. Thank you Columbia CU."
- Kenny B.
MAKING LIFE BETTER
Meet Ray Shepherd
Ray is a big character at our Camas branch. A member since 2010, he is the former owner of a local business that serves as a community staple. Watch the video to learn more about why Ray chooses Columbia Credit Union.
MAKING LIFE BETTER
Meet Ray Shepherd
Ray is a big character at our Camas branch. A member since 2010, he is the former owner of a local business that serves as a community staple. Watch the video to learn more about why Ray chooses Columbia Credit Union.
WHAT LOCAL MEMBERS ARE SAYING
"Columbia Credit Union is a part of the community. They know me. They know when I walk through the door."
Ray Shepherd, Former Owner of LJC Feed Store
WHAT LOCAL MEMBERS ARE SAYING
"Columbia Credit Union is a part of the community. They know me. They know when I walk through the door."
Ray Shepherd, Former Owner of LJC Feed Store
Don't just take it from us.
Best of Clark County Award
2008-2024
The Columbian
Corporate Philanthropy Award
2017-2024
Portland Business Journal
Best in Business Award
2013-2023
Vancouver Business Journal
MAKING LIFE BETTER
Meet Susan Peake
Susan Peake is a cheerful regular at the Washougal branch. Watch the video to learn a bit more about Susan’s story with Columbia Credit Union.
MAKING LIFE BETTER
Meet Susan Peake
Susan Peake is a cheerful regular at the Washougal branch. Watch the video to learn a bit more about Susan’s story with Columbia Credit Union.
WHAT LOCAL MEMBERS ARE SAYING
"They're all about changing their members' lives, and their communities' lives. And that's what they're going to do for you."
Susan Peake, Columbia CU Member
WHAT LOCAL MEMBERS ARE SAYING
"They're all about changing their members' lives, and their communities' lives. And that's what they're going to do for you."
Susan Peake, Columbia CU Member
Become a member.
Columbia Credit Union membership is open to individuals and businesses in Washington State and in the Oregon communities of Clackamas, Marion, Multnomah, and Washington Counties (and to the families of eligible individuals).
¹APY=Annual Percentage Yield is accurate as of June 1, 2024, and can change at any time without notice. When qualifications are met, the Rewards Dividend Rate is calculated and accrued daily on ending balances of $25,000 or less. Dividends are paid and compounded monthly. The advertised Rewards APY assumes your balance including the prior months’ dividends, is $25,000 or less every day of every month during the APY’s annual look-ahead timeframe. Minimum to open is $1. Requirements Period: (26th of the prior month – 25th of the current month). To earn Rewards APY and/or ATM fee rebates you must complete these three Requirements during the month’s Requirements Period: 1) Be enrolled in e-Statements; 2) Have a direct deposit of at least $500 into Income Checking; 3) Have 15 posted* Income Checking debit card or Columbia CU credit card purchases; pending transactions do not qualify. Please Note: Debit and credit card transactions may not post (or may show as pending, not posted) to your Income Checking or Credit Card Account the same day as the purchases. *Definition: posted transaction has fully processed and appears on your account statement or in online & mobile banking with a transaction date. Credit card purchases count toward Requirements when the same person is the Tax Reported Owner (member) on the Income Checking and the credit card account. ATM withdrawals don’t count toward Requirements. Limit one (1) Income Checking per Tax Reported Owner (Member).