WFCU is a non-profit, community development credit union serving all those who live, work, worship or volunteer in Winthrop, Chelsea, Revere, East Boston and Boston's South End neighborhood.
Keywords: credit union, financial education, check cashing, checking, savings, certificates of deposit, free checking
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1963.
What is your primary product or service?
WFCU provides a full range of low-cost financial products and services to our members.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
WFCU was founded for Winthrop's municipal employees in 1963, but underwent a charter expansion in 1985 (to all of Winthrop) and in 2000 (to Chelsea, Revere and East Boston) and most recently, in 2005 (to include Boston's South End Neighborhood).
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
As a community development credit union, we are committed to offering the community a choice in where they conduct their banking. At WFCU you'll find better rates and outstanding service...that you just don't find at traditional 'big banks'
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
2 locations presently, but would love to expand with a physical presence into Revere, Chelsea and East Boston.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Please mapquest the Winthrop Branch (15 Woodside Avenue, Winthrop) or the South End Branch (410 Tremont Street, Boston)
Which areas do you service?
All those who live, work, worship or volunteer in Winthrop, Revere, East Boston, Chelsea and Boston's South End.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Like all credit unions, we are owned by our members. We have a 9-member Board of Directors and a staff of 22 to oversee the operation.
What are your hours of operation?
Vary by branch. But both locals include evening hours and Winthrop is open Saturday mornings.
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