Black dollars matter. And channeling Black dollars in the right direction is the first step towards economic empowerment.
Financial stability and reinvestment in the Black community is important. Investing in the community and letting money circulate is a way to strengthen neighborhoods. It also serves as the catalyst for making the kind of difference that leans toward stability within our neighborhoods. For these reasons, "buy Black" and "bank Black."
Black-owned banks and credit unions all over the United States are making things possible for people who are ignored by the major financial institutions in our country. See below for a list of Black-owned banks and credit unions.
Citizens Trust Bank is committed to promoting community economic growth and stability. It strives to elevate customer experience, innovate, and collaborate to transform lives and build stronger communities for future generations. You can also find this Black-owned bank in Atlanta and other parts of Georgia. | ctbconnect.com
California
Broadway Federal Bank (Los Angeles, CA)
Broadway Federal Bank's mission is to meet the real estate, business, and financial needs of those who live in underserved urban communities. | broadwayfederalbank.com
OneUnited Bank (Los Angeles, CA)
OneUnited Bank understands the need to focus on money to improve the lives of the Black community. With offices in Los Angeles, Boston and Miami, this bank truly believes that Black money matters! This Black-owned bank strives to garner our spending power and channel it back into our community to create jobs, build businesses and increase wealth. It is also committed to increasing financial literacy through workshops and events. | oneunited.com
District of Columbia
Phi Beta Sigma Federal Credit Union (Washington, D.C.)
This Black-owned credit union provides financial services to members of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, and their families throughout the United States. Each dollar invested by members goes toward giving another member a reasonable loan rate. | pbsfcu.org
Florida
FAMU Federal Credit Union (Tallahassee, FL)
This credit union strives to provide financial services to its members at competitive rates. Its services include accounts, loans, wire transfers, and more. See the website for membership eligibility. | famufcu.com
Georgia
Credit Union of Atlanta (Atlanta, GA)
Credit Union of Atlanta focuses on its members, not on profits or personal gains. Its mission is "to provide financial solutions to meet the needs and improve the quality of life for our members." The credit union offers loans, notary services, retirement and investment services, and more. | cuatlanta.org
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Credit Union (Toccoa, GA)
This Black-owned credit union is for Omega Psi Phi Fraternity men and their families. They offer bank accounts, credit cards, and loans. | oppffcu.com
Maryland
Harbor Bank (Baltimore, MD)
This Black-owned bank offers accounts (checking, savings, time deposits), credit cards, a debit card, and loans (commercial real estate, personal, home improvement, automobile, and other installment and term loans). The Harbor Bank primarily serves the Baltimore, Maryland area, but also has a branch in Riverdale, Prince George’s County, Maryland. | theharborbank.com
Michigan
First Independence Bank (Detroit, MI)
Established in 1970, this African-American owned bank strives to be a well-managed financial institution that's respected by customers, regulators and others in the finance community. First Independence offers a variety of banking services from managing accounts to personal loans, mortgages, consumer education and investments. The bank has three locations and offers banking solutions online and digitally through its mobile app. | firstindependence.com
New York
Carver Federal Savings Bank (New York, NY)
Carver Federal Savings Bank was founded in 1948 to serve African-American communities. This Black-owned bank is headquartered in Harlem, but has branches and 24/7 ATM centers in other locations - most are located in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods. Its services include personal and business banking, loans, online banking, and more. | carverbank.com
Ohio
Toledo Urban Credit Union (Toledo, OH)
The purpose of Toledo Urban Credit Union is "to achieve economic empowerment through education for its members to be active partners in the community, and to operate in a profitable and financially sound matter." This financial institution offers checking accounts, loans, notary services, credit counseling, and more. | toledourban.net
Philadelphia
United Bank of Philadelphia (Philadelphia, PA)
The United Bank of Philadelphia strives to deliver excellent customer service at a profit. This Black-owned banks also strives to be the “hometown” bank of choice. United Bank of Philadelphia provides comprehensive banking services to individuals and businesses in Philadelphia, especially Blacks, Hispanics, Asians and women. | ubphila.com
Tennessee
Tri-State Bank (Memphis, TN)
Tri-State Bank of Memphis was founded in 1946. It serves the financial needs of individuals, small businesses and organizations in the Memphis region. | tristatebank.com
Texas
Unity National Bank (Houston, TX)
Unity National Bank is an African-American owned bank whose programs are geared towards rebuilding the community. This Black-owned bank offers personal and business banking services, including accounts and loans. | unitybanktexas.com
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