Seattle Credit Union

For Black history month, we're highlighting pioneers in banking and finance. Our first honoree is Maggie Lena Walker (1864–1934), the first woman in the U.S. to charter a bank, and one of the foremost Black financial leaders of her time.

Born in Richmond, Virginia, Walker showed an aptitude for math and accounting from a young age. In 1903, she founded the St. Luke Penny Savings Bank to provide services to the Black community, who were often turned away from other banks. By the mid-1920s, the bank had assisted over 600 Black families in purchasing homes. St. Luke Penny eventually consolidated with two other institutions and is still in operation today.

Walker was also a lifelong humanitarian and civil rights activist. She served in leadership capacities with the Independent Order of St. Luke, the National Association of Colored Women (NACW), and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).

Photo: National Museum of African American History and Culture

With gratitude, we share that our CEO Richard Romero will retire on March 31, 2026. His leadership and commitment to our mission have shaped Seattle Credit Union in lasting ways. Thank you, Richard, for everything you’ve given to our members and communities.

Please join us in thanking Richard for his years of dedication and wishing him well in his next chapter. Seattle Credit Union will continue moving forward with a clear focus on our members and the communities we serve with our CFO Michael Cruz serving as our interim CEO.


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Our Downtown Branch will be closed on Wednesday, Feb 11, due to parade activity, street closures, and limited access throughout the city. While the downtown streets fill with 12s, our other branches will be fully available to support you. Visit https://na2.hubs.ly/H03z-3w0 for one near you.

Dear Member,

If you have recently been impacted by a layoff, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to navigate this season by yourself.

We’re here to help. We can discuss options like Skip-A-Pay, Lightning Loans, and temporary hardship assistance. We are ready to discuss next steps, no matter what comes your way.

If you want to talk through your options, give us a call at 800-334-2489 or stop by a branch. Visit our website for locations and all other contact options: https://na2.hubs.ly/H03pYSW0

Ever dreamed of seeing the FIFA WORLD CUP 26™ live? Use an eligible Seattle Credit Union Visa Card between 02/01/2026 – 03/31/2026 and you could win a trip for two. For all participating bank and financial organization eligible Visa cards, see Official Rules by visiting: https://na2.hubs.ly/H03pP_T0

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. 50 U.S./D.C. & PR, 18+ or age of maj. Ends 3/31/26. Rules/Alt Entry/Elig Cards: https://na2.hubs.ly/H03pP_T0

Things are getting real! With the and our friend, Bigfoot. This game will be legendary. Bigfoot is game day ready, how about you? Where will you be watching the game this weekend?