Who can become a TFCU member?
It’s a question TFCU still hears regularly, especially from people who assume membership is limited to military personnel or those connected to Tinker Air Force Base.
In this episode, Terah Page and Israel Estrada talk with Cindy Pena Aleman, AVP Branch Manager, about TFCU’s field of membership and the many different connections that may provide a path to membership. They discuss community and organizational connections, household and family eligibility, TFCU Partners and the empowerment zone.
Cindy also explains why a $5 savings deposit is more than simply opening another account. It establishes membership in the credit union and gives members ownership and voting rights. The conversation also covers membership for children, financial wellness resources and the products and services available throughout different stages of life.
In this episode:
- What “field of membership” actually means
- Common ways to qualify for TFCU membership
- Why membership starts with a $5 savings deposit
- What it means to be a member-owner
- Membership options for children and families
- How organizations can become TFCU Partners
- How the empowerment zone can provide a path to membership
- Where to go to check your eligibility
