About
For every day. For every thing.
As a credit union, AmeriCU is a not-for-profit financial institution owned by our members. Serving nine counties in Central and Northern New York, AmeriCU provides you with all the products and services you need – often with low or no fees, and better rates. The organization been serving the local community for over 65 years and, in that time, have grown to more than 138,000 members, 19 locations, and $1.9 billion in assets. Learn more about our locations.
Open an AmeriCU account with just $5 if you live, work, worship, or attend school in Central or Northern New York, or you or a member of your family is on active-duty, in the reserves, or a veteran of the U.S. military . Join Today!
Nationally Recognized for Excellence
AmeriCU is proud to have been chosen as one of the best credit unions in New York State by Forbes Magazine! Their second annual list of America’s Best Credit Unions In Each State ranks AmeriCU fourth overall in New York State. AmeriCU is the only credit union in Central and Upstate New York to have been included in the esteemed list.
“We’re proud to be recognized by Forbes,” said Mark Pfisterer, former President/CEO of AmeriCU. “It is our vision to provide our members the right financial services to live life, dream big, and achieve financial success and has been for almost 70 years. This honor reinforces that commitment to our members and the communities we serve.”
Checking & Savings Options
Whatever your goals, AmeriCU has an account for you! Our checking and savings accounts are federally insured by NCUA. Your membership with AmeriCU begins with a Share Savings Account! Or, choose to save with our Money Market Accounts, Holiday & Vacation Clubs or Youth Savings Accounts for members under 18. Whether you need free checking, an account that earns dividends, or even a fresh start, AmeriCU has the right checking options to fit your needs! Most AmeriCU checking accounts feature FREE Direct Deposit, a NO-fee VISA® debit card, online & mobile banking, and more. Learn more about your checking and savings options.
Local. Since 1950.
To us, community means giving back whenever and wherever we can. It means we love where we live just as much as you do. It means your success is our success. Learn more about our community involvement.
130,000+ Members
Every day, AmeriCU helps over 130,000 people achieve financial success. If you (or a relative or household member) live, work, worship, or attend school in Central or Northern New York, we can help you, too! Find out how you can qualify for membership and join today!
Over 500+ Fee Free ATMs for Members
AmeriCU members enjoy the convenience of a network of over 500 fee-free ATMs! In addition to traditional ATMs, AmeriCU also has BIG BLUE kiosks where members can perform most routine banking transactions 24/7. Find an ATM.
Convenient Locations All Over Central and Northern New York
AmeriCU is where you are. Whether you’re in Herkimer, Oneida, Madison, Lewis, Jefferson, Oswego, Onondaga, Cayuga, or Cortland County, AmeriCU is your local credit union. Call our Member Service Center at 800.388.2000, visit your local financial center, or open an account online and join today to get started living your life, dreaming big, and achieving financial success! Find your financial center.
Holiday Closings
- New Year’s Eve
Tuesday, December 31, 2019
(close at 1:00PM) - New Year’s Day
Wednesday, January 1, 2020 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Monday, January 20, 2020 - President’s Day
Monday, February 17, 2020 - Memorial Day
Saturday, May 23, 2020
Monday, May 25, 2020 - Independence Day
Saturday, July 4, 2020 - Labor Day
Saturday, September 5, 2020
Monday, September 7, 2020
- Columbus Day
Monday, October 12, 2020 - Veterans Day
Wednesday, November 11, 2020 - Thanksgiving Day
Thursday, November 26, 2020 - Christmas Eve
Thursday, December 24, 2020
(close at 1:00PM) - Christmas Day
Friday, December 25, 2020 - New Year’s Eve
Thursday, December 31, 2020
(close at 1:00PM) - New Year’s Day
Friday, January 1, 2021