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STCU is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides a range of banking services to its 300,000 members through about 48 branches and $5.7 billion in assets. It helps people manage money, borrow for big purchases, save, and plan financially, as a typical credit union offer-set tailored to members rather than outside investors. The product offering works through member accounts (savings and checking), loans (auto, mortgage, personal), and digital tools, all designed to meet members’ financial needs with cooperative governance and NCUA federal insurance. STCU differentiates itself with a strong people culture and community focus: it has been recognized as a top employer (Fortune Great Places to Work) and emphasizes core values of joyfulness, generosity, belonging, goodness, and striving, aiming to be a force for good in the Inland Northwest. Its goal is to help members achieve their financial goals and dreams while reinvesting in the community and maintaining member-first service.
About STCU
Industries
Financial Services
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$50M
Headquarters
Liberty Lake, Washington
Founded
1934
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Aggressive expansion to 51 branches strengthens regional market presence and member accessibility.
- Oregon bank acquisition diversifies revenue streams and extends geographic footprint into new markets.
- Digital platform upgrade attracts tech-savvy members and improves competitive positioning versus fintech.
- Partnership programs like Go2Kennewick deepen community ties and drive member engagement.
What critics are saying
- Class action lawsuit alleging immigration-based loan denials triggers regulatory fines and member exodus.
- Numerica Credit Union's Moses Lake branch directly competes for market share in Columbia Basin.
- Rapid expansion to 51 locations strains operational capacity, staffing, and service quality delivery.
- Alkami platform integration failures during peak usage drive members to fintech competitors.
- Oregon acquisition deal collapses from regulatory issues, creating sunk costs and stalled growth.
What makes STCU unique
- STCU operates 51 branches across Washington and North Idaho as established cooperative.
- Alkami ORB Platform modernizes digital banking with enhanced functionality and scalability.
- First-mover advantage in Moses Lake with Penn Plaza Branch opened August 2024.
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Funding
Total Funding
$50M
Above
Industry Average
Funded Over
1 Rounds
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Remote Work Options
Hybrid Work Options
Phone/Internet Stipend
Conference Attendance Budget
Professional Development Budget
Family Planning Benefits
Fertility Treatment Support
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Stock Options
Company Equity
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Health Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Parental Leave
Adoption Assistance
Childcare Support
Gym Membership
Consultation
Relocation Assistance
Meal Benefits
Education allowance
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Certification Support
Mentorship Program
Human Resources
Weekend
Travel Benefits
Meal Benefits
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↓ -4%1 year growth
↓ -4%2 year growth
↓ -4%Credit union service organization (CUSO) Velera appointed five continuing board members to its executive committee that helps guide the CUSO’s direction. The members of the committee are executives of credit unions of all sizes, from across the United States, Velera said in a Tuesday (May 27) press release. The committee’s new chair is Cathy Tierney, president and CEO of Community First Credit Union in Wisconsin; its vice chair is Rob Stuart, president and CEO of OnPoint Community Credit Union in Oregon; its treasurer is Jackie Buchanan, president and CEO of Genisys Credit Union in Michigan; its secretary is Chris Shockley, president and CEO of Virginia Credit Union in Virginia; and its past chair is Frank Weidner, president and CEO of Wings Credit Union in Minnesota
Other resources include STCU Financial Aid, partnering with LaunchNW and College Success Foundation to support local students' FAFSA completion.
MOSES LAKE - Spokane Teachers Credit Union (STCU) is set to expand its presence in the Columbia Basin with the opening of its 40th branch location in Moses Lake.
STCU agrees to acquire Oregon bank.
And Anchorage, Alaska-based Global Federal Credit Union agreed to acquire Renton-based First Financial Northwest Bank in January.
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About STCU
Industries
Financial Services
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$50M
Headquarters
Liberty Lake, Washington
Founded
1934
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