Credit Union

We are affiliated to the Irish League of Credit Unions. We are governed by the Central Bank of Ireland. We are uniquely positioned to create social impact by prioritising the well-being of our members and the communities we serve. Our vision is “To become the market leader in all our financial and business products and create a better way of banking in the community, in a sustainable and inclusive manner, while promoting our community, our green environment and our core principles of fairness and equity.” We will continue in our goal to be our members first choice for personal financial products and services. We are also eager for members to embrace our Phone App and our aim is to provide you with a seamless and convenient banking experience. Together, we are building a brighter financial future. Killarney Credit Union is a local, not for profit financial institution. Established in July 1970, Killarney Credit Union is proud of its heritage and continues to be governed by our members and voluntary Board of Directors.

Cashel-Connemara Credit Union was established in 1967, around the time that the Irish credit union movement was approaching its 10th anniversary. A study group was formed in 1969 and Tullycross Credit Union was established in 1970 following this study.

The Irish League of Credit Unions International Development Foundation limited was established in 1980. The Foundation is a niche non-governmental organisation (NGO) owned and funded by contribution from credit unions throughout the island of Ireland. The technical assistance provided is crucial to the further development of the credit union movement in the partner countries and is highly valued by them as they can learn from the vast experience of the Irish credit Union movement, which is regarded as one of the most successful in the world. Capacity building and training are very strong components of the support provided. In developing countries, supporting local empowerment by educating, training and upskilling people is a key factor in addressing poverty and improving the quality of life for poor and marginalised communities. In 2011 the Foundation provided financial and technical support for the following:.

We are a member owned, community based financial institution, and providing a professional service to our members is at the core of everything we do. We are a “not for profit” organisation, which means any surplus made in a financial year is used to support and benefit our members, by investing in our services or paying a dividend to our members (when it is prudent to do so). We provide our members with a range of financial products and services to help support you on your financial journey. Our mission is to be the number 1 provider of financial services, supporting our members 24/7 to meet their ever-changing financial needs. Link Credit Union has become one of the larger Credit Unions in the country with approximately 23,000 members. Mary’s Hall that was operated by volunteers and open Saturday nights and Sunday mornings only. Later a new office was built near Market Square and a computer system was introduced. Over the years Cootehill Credit Union has continuously offered both financial and community support to its members.

We are a not-for-profit organisation and exist to provide a safe, convenient place for members to obtain loans and other financial services at reasonable rates. Our goal is to promote the financial well-being of our members. To achieve this, we are committed to providing a broad range of innovative financial products supported by the excellent service of our dedicated, well-trained staff. We are your “one-stop shop” for financial services. A credit union is a cooperative financial institution, owned and controlled by the members who use it’s services. Boyle Credit Union was founded in 1978 and we have been serving our members in a professional and efficient manner ever since. We offer full online transaction services and aim to continue to drive innovation in the credit union sector to the benefit of our members. You have told us what you want, and we are responding to your needs.

A Credit Union is a democratic, not for profit financial co-operative owned and controlled by its own members. Mark is an entrepreneurial business leader with a track record of delivering commercial success for a range of financial and payment related companies.