2725 35th Ave North, Birmingham, AL 35207 (205) 583-4654

Our Mission is Simple:

Help the hard working people of our city save money and reach their financial goals.

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Checking Accounts

You deserve a great checking account – even if you’ve been turned down for one in the past. Get the convenience and purchasing power you deserve, including a VISA debit card, without all the heavy fees banks charge.

  • No minimum deposit to open
  • Free online services
  • Free instant-issue VISA debit card — no waiting for your card to arrive in the mail!
  • Overdraft protection is available with credit approval
  • No monthly fee with e-statements; $3.00/month without e-statements
  • Direct deposit
  • Unlimited check writing capabilities

Apple Pay and Google Pay are available for use
with all BCCU debit cards.

Announcing the Carrie Player Leadership & Service Scholarship

We’re proud to announce the launch of the Carrie Player Leadership & Service Scholarship, created in honor of our late CEO, Carrie Player, whose legacy of leadership, service, and commitment to our community continues to inspire us.

This annual scholarship will support a graduating senior from a Birmingham-area high school who will be attending the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). The application deadline is Friday, February 6, 2026.

If you or a student you know may be eligible, we encourage you to learn more and apply. Download the application here.