Press
Opening of new credit union branch gaining local attention
Financial Center Credit Union Demonstrates Value of Investment in the Underserved.
STOCKTON, CA (July 8, 2015) — Stockton-based Financial Center Credit Union opened the doors of its newest branch last Thursday, becoming one of only two financial institutions to provide traditional financial services to Stockton’s Southside, which is home to roughly 100,000 individuals. While the Credit Union chose a quiet soft opening, the Stockton media has been buzzing with the news of the $2 million facility.
Michael Duffy, Financial Center’s President and CEO couldn’t be happier about the recent media attention. Duffy hopes the new branch will pave the way for further redevelopment of the neighborhood, which is void of many services.
“It all started with a simple goal, to serve people in their neighborhood – providing them easy access to a trusted financial partner instead of the check cashers and predatory lenders that have opened shop in the neighborhood,” said Duffy. “After six years of work, the vision has finally become reality and our loyal membership base in South Stockton couldn’t be happier.”
The news of the new branch was featured in a variety of publications while construction was underway, including the Central Valley Business Journal, Stockton Record, and Construction Weekly. Since its opening just a week ago, the Credit Union has been featured by the Stockton Record in three separate articles, as well as the San Joaquin County Partnership. It has also been the subject of a series of tweets and Facebook posts by the media and local community leaders.
About Financial Center Credit Union
Financial Center members enjoy some of the highest savings rates around, fast and easy loans for almost anything, Checking that Pays, many fee-free products and the friendliest service around! Discover today why Financial Center Credit Union is “Better Than A Bank!”
Founded in 1954, Financial Center Credit Union serves more than 31,000 members, with $400,000,000 in assets, and five branches in the county. Financial Center serves employees of the San Joaquin County, City of Stockton, and the City of Manteca.