Patelco Credit Union

No matter where you are on your financial journey, we've got a webinar to support you along the way! Check out our upcoming June webinars and RSVP today at: https://www.patelco.org/financial-wellne/financial-webinars

Take the easy road to car buying. Find an affordable used car or truck the whole family will love from an Enterprise Car Sales location near you through May 31 save up to 1.25% APR off your rate. patelco.org/CarSale

The results are in! The majority of our members have taken out a car loan for themselves or a family member. See your pre-qualified Auto Loan offer without impacting your credit score in as little as 2 minutes with our new Check My Rate Tool: https://bit.ly/3p6sedB Stay tuned for the next poll to join in the conversation and see how your opinion aligns with the rest of the community!

Thinking about how the financial decisions you make today may impact your credit in the future? Join us for an interactive workshop where we will discuss how to use credit wisely and why it’s more important than ever to monitor your credit report. Wednesday, May 26 at 5:30pm ... Save your seat: https://bit.ly/34hjKGV

Show some love to your favorite local business before May 31st and you could win $5,000! Use your Patelco Mastercard debit or credit card at your favorite shop this month for a chance to win $5,000. PLUS we will feature your favorite small business on our website and social media. Submit your story today: http://bit.ly/PatelcoLocalLoveStory

If you’re in the market for a quality used car, you won’t want to miss out on our special financing deals happening May 21 - 31 at Enterprise Car Sales locations. Save up to 1.25% APR off your rate. Shop for cars online or explore free car delivery options visit patelco.org/CarSale for more details.

To help you start the new year financially strong, we hope you’ll join us for our Budgeting for Success interactive workshop on 1/13 at 5:30PM. We’ll start by analyzing your past spending then move to creating a spending plan with purpose. Being thoughtful and intentional about how you spend your money can give you freedom and help you achieve future financial goals. RSVP here: http://bit.ly/2XyUE2R

Please be aware that there is a fictitious Patelco Instagram account claiming to be us. We have reported the account and ask you to do the same if you receive any messages from them. Our official Instagram can be found at Instagram.com/patelcocu We will never ask you for any information over Instagram or any social media messaging platform.

As stimulus payments are already beginning to arrive, Veronica discusses tips on how to prioritize spending and how you can be most efficient and effective with those dollars. To learn more about what the latest relief bill means for you and your household check out the newest article in our Financial Wellness section: https://www.patelco.org//member-resource/new-stimulus-bill

As the Holiday season comes to a close, longtime Patelco members Barbara and Elmer share 3 helpful tips to avoid fraud, and keep your information safe, and secure. For more smart tips on how to protect yourself visit: patelco.org/fraud

As the two vaccines recently approved by the FDA begin to be distributed, we encourage our members to be alert as fraudsters are already offering to provide early access to the vaccine for a fee. COVID-19 vaccine fraud may include false promises of vaccine access, the sale of unapproved and illegally marketed vaccines, the sale of counterfeit versions of approved vaccines, and illegal diversion of legitimate vaccines as well as phishing schemes luring victims with fraudulent information about COVID-19 vaccines. Be sure to visit our Fraud Center for more updates on the latest scams: https://www.patelco.org/member-support/security-center

Wishing our members, friends, and families a wonderful holiday season and a happy New Year. In this year of unprecedented challenges, we remain proud to serve your financial needs this season and in every season of life. Thank you for choosing us to be a part of your financial journey. Our branches are closed today, branches with Saturday hours will be open to serve you 12/16. All other branches will be available 12/28. To check for your local branch, please visit patelco.org/locations

Congratulations to our very own financial cheerleader, Veronica Dangerfield, on her recent designation as Credit Union Development Educator! Veronica recently completed her National Credit Union Foundation CU Development Training and we’re excited to see how she brings what she learned as she continues to enhance our member experience. Read more:... https://news.cuna.org//118771-graduate-from-foundations-vi See more

Today's Financial Friday Tip of the Week from long-time Patelco member Carolyn McArdle at 98.1 The Breeze is about setting up children for financial success. Patelco is here to offer some tips, along with the right products to help you put your child(ren) on the path to lifelong financial wellbeing. Learn more at patelco.org/smartmoney

We’re celebrating the holiday season at Patelco this week. Today we decked the halls at our branches, home workspaces, and workstations. Have you decorated for the holidays? We would love to see it!

According to Experian, average Americans carry $6,200 in credit card debt. Learn about options to pay off debt and how to get to a better financial position. https://www.patelco.org/debtfree Insured by NCUA

Final call! We’re asking for young artists to design Patelco’s next holiday card. We want to see how our Patelco family illustrates a gift you can give that doesn't cost a thing. The theme is The best things in life are free. Print your template get submit by November 8. https://bit.ly/Patelco2020HolidayCard

While festivities may look very different this year, the Patelco teams Halloween spirit is spookier than ever! Wishing our members, friends and family a very safe and happy Halloween!

If you’re in the market for a car, you won’t want to miss out on our special member financing deals happening now through November 1 at Enterprise Car Sales locations. Drive off with big savings with rates starting at 1.30% APR. Visit patelco.org/carsale for more details.

We care about your well-being and don’t want you to fall victim to hackers, which is why we've developed a brand-new Fraud Center as your one-stop resource center. Find information on practical steps you can take to guard your information, the latest scams, and what to do if you're ever a victim. https://www.patelco.org/fraud #BeCyberSmart

Thank you Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley for another AMAZING ride and for all you do for our community. Big shout out to our riders this year who helped raise money, awareness, and setting incredible examples. We appreciate you!

Calling all young artists we're excited to announce our second annual holiday card design contest! The theme is "The best things in life are free." 3 lucky winners will receive a $500 deposit into a Money Market Select account on their behalf. One grand prize winner will also get their design printed on Patelco’s 2020 Holiday card. Download our printable template and learn more at: https://bit.ly/Patelco2020HolidayCard

Patelco was recently named the official and only financial institution partner of the Filipino Consulate covering all of Northern California and some surrounding states! Watch our partnership signing event with the Filipino Consulate General below.

Team member Wendy signed up for her first credit card when she was younger because she loved the design on the card. We're curious, at what age did you get your first credit card? Tell us below and you’ll be entered to win an official Patelco Piggy and a $50 Mastercard gift card!

Know a friend, co-worker or family member, like Amanda, who could benefit from low-rates and no fees? Share your referral code with your network and you could earn up to $500 through November 20! patelco.org/refer

Happy #International Credit Union Day! What inspires hope in me is being a member and part of Patelco Credit Union team! #icudaywithpatelco #ICUDay #patelcoproud #ptelcocelebratesIcuday #icudaywithpatelco

Today we celebrate the spirit of the global credit union movement, its history, achievements and YOU our valued members. From everyday banking, to lending a helping hand during challenging times we’re here to help improve our members' lives and the communities we live in. #InternationalCreditUnionDay #ICUDay

#InternationalCreditUnionDay is a very special day for credit unions across the world! To celebrate we’re giving away an iPad to a lucky fan who tells us why they became a credit union member! Tell us below and we'll announce a winner on International Credit Union Day on 10/15!

Member Reminder: Our branches and Member Contact Center will be closed Monday, October 12. Patelco Online and our Mobile App are available for you 24/7. We will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday October 13.

Social Security is an important part of your retirement plan. Watch our live stream to learn the basics of how Social Security works.