Baptist Hospital Credit Union History Page

Chartered in 1958

Baptist Hospital Credit Union was chartered in April, 1958 with only nine members and assets of $45.00. These nine chartered members each had a vision of forming a cooperative financial institution, which would allow employees of Baptist Hospital a convenient place to save and borrow money. All office functions of the credit union were initially performed by volunteers. As the credit union grew and progressed, staff was hired to perform the day to day functions.

Serving Over 3,800 Members, Over 14 Million in Assets

The credit union now serves over 3,800 members and membership privileges are extended to physicians, their office staff, groups of less than 3000 employees within a 25 mile radius desiring credit union services, groups who have a contractual relationship providing services to the Baptist Hospital system and its affiliates, and immediate family members of those eligible for credit union membership.

Financial services have been extended to service the needs of the membership. The credit union offers a variety of savings and loan products. Checking accounts were added in the early 80's to meet the needs of those who needed a low cost means to pay their bills. Convenience, today, is now defined by technology. Through the use of ATM, Audio Response, Home Banking, FAX machines, our toll free telephone number, and overnight mail, service can be provided very quickly at no or low cost to the members.

The credit union's assets are now over 14 million due to the added services combined with the number of members we serve. The credit union currently employs ten staff members to meet the needs of the members. The credit union's success and direction is provided by seven Board of Directors, five Supervisory Committee members, and five Marketing Committee members. See our Office page.

Our Daily Mission

The future can best be described by our daily mission which is to operate a sound financial cooperative for members and to provide quality, personal service that meets or exceeds member needs. Our goal is to develop and promote competitively-priced financial services, and deliver those services in a professional, convenient, efficient, and cost-effective manner.

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Your savings federally insured to at least $100,000 and backed by the full faith and credit of the United States Government. National Credit Union Administration, a U.S. Government Agency.