Feel Good Checking
Grow your balance, grow your impact.
Enjoy Great Rates And Support Local Causes
A checking account for you and your community.
Feel Good Checking Account Features
Earns Interest
Some of our best rates come with this checking account.
Make an Impact
We donate $20 to a community partner for each new account opened.
Free Checking
Meet your everyday banking needs—with no monthly service fee.
Feel Good Banking
Enjoy exclusive perks just for being a member.
Your money does more than grow — it gives back.
- Open a Feel Good Checking account and we’ll donate $20 to a local nonprofit.
- This quarter’s partner is Casa Latina! Other community non-profits are featured for giving throughout the year.
- Learn more about our organizational giving and impact by clicking here.
Feel Good Checking donations have a limit of $5,000 per three-month period.
All Checking Accounts Include:
No Monthly Service Fee
Say farewell to monthly checking account service fees.
Digital Banking Made Easy
Online and mobile banking, mobile deposits, Credit Sense & more. Let’s Talk Tech!
Free Visa Debit Card
Need a debit card fast? We can print on the spot—tap-to-pay included! Learn More
Easy Access to Your Accounts
30,000+ ATM network, 24/7 digital access, 7 locations, and a mobile branch.
Feel Good Checking Rates
See all rates.
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Balance Range |
Rate |
APY* |
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Interest is compounded and credited monthly. Account limitations apply. |
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Balance Range $0 – $499.99 |
Rate 2.25% |
APY* 2.27% |
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Balance Range $500 – $4,999.99 |
Rate 0.05% |
APY* 2.27% – 0.27% |
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Balance Range $5,000 – $24,999.99 |
Rate 0.05% |
APY* 0.27% – 0.09% |
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Balance Range $25,000 – $49,999.99 |
Rate 0.10% |
APY* 0.09% – 0.10% |
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Balance Range $50,000 – $74,999.99 |
Rate 0.25% |
APY* 0.10% – 0.15% |
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Balance Range $75,000 – $99,999.99 |
Rate 0.25% |
APY* 0.15% – 0.17% |
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Balance Range $100,000 – $149,999.99 |
Rate 1.15% |
APY* 0.17% – 0.50% |
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Balance Range $150,000 or greater** |
Rate 1.15% |
APY* 0.50% – 0.76% |
Our current Truth In Savings Disclosure is located here.
Open a Feel Good Checking Account
Open an account online and make an impact today.
Make an appointment for your visit here.
Checking Account FAQ
You can open a checking account online or in-person at any of our convenient locations. Open your account online 24/7, visit one of our locations during business hours, or use our appointment scheduler to plan ahead.
These are the documents you’ll want to have handy:
- Government-issued ID, such as a Driver’s License, Passport, State or Military ID
- Social Security Number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)
- Eligibility of Membership, if not confirmed with your government-issued ID
- You are eligible if:
- You live, work, worship or attend school in the State of Washington.
- You are an immediate family member of a current Seattle Credit Union member.
- You work for one of our community partners.
- You are eligible if:
We will also request:
- Residential address
- Email address
- Date of birth
For the fastest online account opening experience, please use a standard internet connection, not a VPN (Virtual Private Network).
To set up direct deposit, log in to Online Banking using either a browser or mobile app. From the “Accounts” menu drop down, select “Direct Deposit.” Here you can digitally set up direct deposit through your current payroll provider.
If your employer requires a paper form, here’s a link to a printable version:
English Spanish
Our digital banking tools and services are constantly growing and innovating to help you manage your money anytime, anywhere you go. Some faves with digital banking are:
- Move money between your accounts and loans.
- Set up your direct deposit digitally and swiftly.
- Deposit checks remotely (mobile app only)
- Use My Cards, to lock your card if you misplace it or if it is stolen. Unlock it if found.
- Automate your bill payments using our free bill pay service.
- Maximize your opportunities with Credit Sense, monitor your credit activity, and track your credit score.
To open a checking or other account with us, you’ll first need to establish membership by opening a savings account with a minimum deposit of $5. This step officially makes you a member of the credit union.
To confirm your eligibility for membership, please ensure you meet one of the following criteria:
- You live, work, worship, or attend school in the State of Washington
- You are an immediate family member of a current Seattle Credit Union member
- You work for one of our community partners
All new accounts go through a financial history review, and online applications include a digital identity screening. For the fastest online account opening, avoid using a VPN.
A Better Checking Account, For You and a Friend
Know someone who could benefit from a great checking account? Refer them to Seattle Credit Union, and you’ll both earn $100 when they open an account! Restrictions apply.
