Grand Junction Federal Credit Union has expanded its charter to offer services to more customers.

“We are excited about this opportunity to serve more of our Western Colorado neighbors,” said Gabriella Stockton, operations manager at Grand Junction Federal Credit Union. 

Membership in the Grand Junction Federal Credit Union previously required affiliations with particular employer groups or family connections to the member-run organization. The expanded charter removed those restrictions to expand membership to anyone who lives, works, attends school or worships in Mesa, Delta and Garfield counties.

“Now that the National Credit Union Administration has approved our charter expansion, we can better serve our local areas and help residents learn the benefits of belonging to a member-owned organization,” Stockton said.

What hasn’t changed, Stockton said, is a member-owned philosophy based on the idea people can achieve a better standard of living by pooling savings, working together and providing reasonable loans to neighbors and co-workers.  

While banks earn interest and profits off loans, Grand Junction Federal Credit Union passes those savings on to members, reduces loan rates, eliminates unnecessary service fees and strives to provide exceptional customer service, she said. 

Grand Junction Federal Credit Union offers free checking accounts, low-balance savings accounts and low-interest loans as well as debit and credit cards. Other services include direct deposits, money orders, payroll deductions and wire transfers.

“Unlike a traditional bank, our services are not created for profit. They are created for community. The GJFCU believes in this community, and we can’t wait to expand our services and increase our membership in the surrounding areas,” Stockton said. “The new open charter approval is truly a reason for all our members and our community to celebrate.” 

Grand Junction Federal Credit Union is located at 910 Main St. For more information, visit the website at www.grandjunctionfcu.org.