The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) proudly welcomes Tri-Cities Community (Tri-CU) Credit Union as its newest member.
Tri-CU Credit Union is a federally chartered credit union founded in 1969 by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 112. The credit union’s name at that time was IBEW #112 Federal Credit Union, and its membership was restricted to the electricians and their families. In early 1983, the credit union’s charter was changed to include any person living or working in Kennewick, and in 1986, the name was changed to Kennewick Community Federal Credit Union.
In August 2009, the name was then changed to Tri-Cities Community Federal Credit Union, and membership was expanded to include anyone who lives, works, worships, or attends school in Benton or Franklin County, or a member’s immediate family. In 2017, the credit union adopted an abbreviated name of “Tri-CU Credit Union.”
Tri-CU Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial cooperative managed by a member-elected volunteer Board of Directors, returning profits to its member-owners in the form of better rates, lower fees, better service, and more products. Its founding philosophy is to help the “common person” achieve their financial goals through savings, encouraging thrift, and providing financial education.
“Joining the Defense Credit Union Council marks an exciting milestone for Tri-CU Credit Union,” said Doug Wadsworth, President/CEO of Tri-CU Credit Union. “As a community-focused cooperative, we are proud to stand alongside institutions that share our commitment to serving those who serve our nation. DCUC has proven to be a strong advocate for smaller credit unions, and I’m confident this partnership will enhance our ability to continue that important advocacy while strengthening our support for all community members.”
“We are thrilled to welcome Tri-CU Credit Union into the DCUC family,” said Anthony Hernandez, DCUC President/CEO. “Tri-CU’s deep roots in community service and dedication to improving members’ financial well-being reflect the enduring impact credit unions have across our movement’s history and mission. We look forward to working together to advance the credit union movement and expand financial prosperity and opportunity across America.”