SECU Celebrates 85 Years
SECU has come a long way since 1937. As we’ve expanded over the years, one thing has never wavered: meeting our members where they are.
While 85 years is a big milestone, it’s only the beginning. We’re so excited to continue growing alongside our members.
1937
June 4, 1937: State Employees’ Credit Union was chartered with 17 members and $437 in assets. It was operated on a part-time basis out of the basement of the Agriculture Building in Raleigh.
1943
The State legislature authorized the Credit Union to offer checking accounts.
1951
State Employees’ Credit Union began offering mortgage loans.
1982
The first CashPoints® ATM became operational.
1985
State Employees’ Credit Union obtained federal insurance protection through the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA).
1990
The Credit Union introduced ASK SECU Voice Response System for access to account information 24 hours a day, 365 days per year.
1996
The Credit Union began the Call Center.
1999
The Credit Union website was introduced - SECU Online at www.ncsecu.org.
2000
SECU launched the FAT CAT® youth account program.
2004
The SECU Foundation was established, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization funded by the contributions of SECU members.
2007
Introduced Investment Advisory Services and formed a new wholly-owned subsidiary, Credit Union Investment Services (CUIS).
2008
Launched Mobile Access to allow members to connect to account information from web enabled cell phones and other mobile devices.
2013
SECU Life Insurance Company was formed. SECU Life Insurance Company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of SECU and a North Carolina licensed service organization.
Announced the formation of SECU*Real Estate (SECU*RE), a wholly-owned property management subsidiary.
2016
Launched Mobile Payments service with Apple PayTM, Samsung PayTM and Android PayTM options, as well as Visa® Checkout for SECU debit and credit cardholders.
2019
Launched the SECU Mobile App, providing a secure, convenient method for members to view account information and conduct financial transactions using smartphones or mobile devices.
2020
Launched the much-anticipated Mobile Check Deposit feature of the SECU Mobile App.
2022
Celebrated the 85th Anniversary of SECU with $53 billion in assets and serving over 2.6 million members through 274 branch locations, more than 1,100 ATMs, 24/7 Member Services via phone, an interactive website, and a Mobile App.
Let’s Continue to Grow Together
At the core of what we do is one thing: you. For the last 85 years, through the next 85 and beyond, thank you for being a part of our story. SECU’s future is bright, and we can’t wait to see what it holds!
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