"Not for profit, not for charity, but for service." That motto underlies the principles upon which the credit union movement has grown. From the earliest credit societies to the OSU Federal of today, our sole mission has been to provide a place where members can pool their resources for mutual benefit.
Financial cooperatives are different from for-profit institutions such as banks and thrifts. Here's how our movement began, how it works, and what makes it so unique and rewarding for its members.
Over time, OSU Federal, Your Community Credit Union has grown to serve anyone who lives, works or goes to school in Benton, Lincoln, Linn, Marion or Polk County. And yet, when it comes to the integrity and sound financial practices that drive our institution, and the principles that guide our service to members, we're really not so far from Mr. Coyle's shoe box.
