Cooperative Choice Network Credit Union (CCNCU) operates as a not-for-profit, member-owned credit union serving the central Illinois area, particularly around Peoria and Tazewell County. The organization appears to be the result of a merger or consolidation, as it operates multiple branded locations including Members Choice Credit Union, Tazewell County School Employees Credit Union, Parish Members Credit Union, and IEC Financial Credit Union, suggesting a cooperative network structure that pools resources and membership across formerly independent credit unions.
CCNCU offers a comprehensive range of consumer financial services including share savings and checking accounts, auto loans, personal loans, home mortgages, home equity lines of credit (HELOC), Visa credit cards, and digital banking solutions. Members can access their accounts through online banking, a mobile app available on iOS and Android, digital wallet functionality for card payments, and a nationwide network of shared branches and ATMs with listed network fee context through the Co-Op Network and AllPoint systems. The credit union advertises rate claims to verify, with auto loans starting at 3.99% APR, Visa cards at 9.90% APR, personal loans at 9.00% APR, and HELOCs at 6.00% APR.
What distinguishes CCNCU is its multi-location cooperative network structure providing members access to physical branches across central Illinois combined with nationwide ATM and shared branch access. The organization emphasizes member service longevity—testimonials reference 35+ year membership tenures—and positions itself as community-focused with personalized, courteous service. The credit union has recently expanded offerings to include home mortgages and appears to actively promote member engagement through rewards programs and digital tools.
As a credit union, CCNCU is NCUA-insured, providing member deposits with federal protection similar to FDIC insurance for traditional banks. However, potential members should note that membership eligibility may be restricted based on the cooperative's field of membership (school employees, specific geographic areas, or employer groups), and the available website content doesn't clearly specify current membership requirements, which is a significant limitation for prospective members trying to determine eligibility.