Rome, NY – OCTOBER 3, 2025: As a credit union with deep military and government roots, AmeriCU Credit Union is committed to supporting our members and communities during this government shutdown.
AmeriCU is offering special solutions to affected service members and government employees that include:
- 0% APR loans to supplement income while pay checks are on hold.
- Fee and penalty relief to make it easier for individuals to manage their finances.
- Member assistance allowing members to postpone loan payments without facing penalties.
- Skip a loan payment to provide flexibility for those who might need to miss a payment due to financial constraints.
- Penalty-free share certificate withdrawals to allow members to withdraw from their share certificates without incurring early withdrawal penalties.
“We have been here to support our members for 75 years, and this time of uncertainty is no different,” said Ron Belle, President and CEO of AmeriCU Credit Union. “We want to help lessen the strain as much as we possibly can.”
We understand the financial strain a government shutdown can cause, and we’re here to help. If you are experiencing financial hardship as a result of the shutdown, let’s connect! AmeriCU can help.
To explore your options, visit any AmeriCU Financial Center, chat live with a representative at AmeriCU.org by clicking “Let’s Connect,” or call our Member Contact Center at 1.800.388.2000. For more information, please visit www.americu.org/relief.
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About AmeriCU Credit Union
As a credit union, AmeriCU is a not-for-profit financial institution owned by our members. Serving 24 counties in New York and beyond, AmeriCU provides you with all the products and services you need – often with low or no fees, and better rates. Celebrating its 75th anniversary, AmeriCU has grown to serve more than 170,000 members, 21 financial centers, and $2.8 billion in assets, while remaining dedicated to empowering members and supporting communities. AmeriCU is headquartered in Rome, New York, and is among the State’s largest, full-service financial cooperatives. For more information, visit www.AmeriCU.org.
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