Our History
Emergency Responders Credit Union was chartered on April 1, 1940, to create a credit union for firefighters. The needs of its sixty-three charter members were simple. Members deposited money in a savings account so that other members could borrow money. Depositors earned excellent dividends and borrowers paid low interest rates.
Since those early days, our membership and the services offered have grown. Emergency Responders Credit Union (ERCU) has continued our long history of serving members in the Winston-Salem community and beyond. Since our establishment as the Winston-Salem Firefighters Credit Union in the 1940’s, ERCU has consistently worked to meet the financial services needs of our members and their families.
As the community of first responders is tight-knit, so is the membership and staff of ERCU. With friendly staff and an inviting office, ERCU provides a physical environment different from a bank (and even large credit unions), not to mention the sense of relationship developed between members and our staff.
We want to be the first choice for you and your family when it comes to your financial needs. Call or visit us today!
Emergency Responders Credit Union Serves...
Employees and volunteers of Emergency First Responder Agencies as defined by the Homeland Security Presidential Directive (fire service, emergency medical service, emergency management, law enforcement, and hazardous materials) in the State of North Carolina, and Emergency Responders Credit Union employees, retirees of said groups, members of each groups immediate family, and organizations predominantly of such persons.
Our People
Board of Directors
Emergency Responders Credit Union is owned by its members and guided by a volunteer Board of Directors. See who serves on the board, and find out how to apply for a board or committee seat.
Our Staff
The people you see at the branch and hear on the phone. Meet the team that handles your accounts, loans, and day-to-day banking.
