What is a Credit Union

A credit union is a not-for-profit cooperative owned and operated by its members. This is what distinguishes a credit union from other financial institutions. Members put their money in a variety of savings accounts, and that money, in turn, is lent to members. After operating expenses and reserve requirements are met, income is returned to all members in the form of dividends and comprehensive financial services.

Each member owns an equal "share" in the organization and has the right to vote in elections for the Board of Directors and Supervisory Committee. Every member has one vote, regardless of how much he or she has on deposit. At the Credit Union, there is no select group of shareholders who profits more than anyone else. All members profit — individually and collectively.

When you join a credit union, membership is for life — even if you retire, move away or change employers. Our policy is "lifetime membership"; once a member, always a member.

The Board of Directors’ role is to govern by establishing and reviewing policy. Credit union Directors are members who are elected by the membership and serve voluntarily without pay.

Questions?

While we hope you find the information you need online, we want to remind you that Listerhill is more than a website. We’re your credit union, and we look forward to helping you. Call us at (256) 383-9204 or 1-800-239-6033 for friendly, local assistance. Better yet, stop by one of our branches for some personal service.