Credit unions are full-service financial institutions, that offer accounts, investments and lending, just like banks. The main difference between a credit union and a bank comes down to who we serve and how we operate.
Credit unions, like Brunswick Credit Union, are member-owned financial cooperatives. That means, when you join a credit union as a member, you’re also an owner. We are locally governed by a Board of Directors democratically elected by our members, who each have a vote and an equal say.
Banks, on the other hand, are owned by shareholders. Their board members are appointed and compensated, and their focus is on generating profits for their investors.
Credit unions reinvest their profits into their members and the communities they serve. At Brunswick Credit Union we invest in New Brunswick through dividends to members, investing in local business and community partnerships that drive meaningful impact. Simply put, we’re here to support our members’ financial well-being and help our communities thrive.
