Join SFCU & experience banking easier
If you or an immediate family member live, work, attend school, or worship in one of our counties of operation, we'd love to have you! Become a member of SFCU and experience superior service and exceptional financial services — along with a friendly, neighborhood touch.
Why join?
At SFCU, we provide a wide range of financial services backed by local knowledge to suit just about any need. Check out just a few of the services we offer.

Banking Services
From savings and checking accounts to IRA and share certificate accounts, our friendly experts can find the accounts to fit your needs and help you reach your financial goals.

Business Accounts
Running a business is tough enough; your banking shouldn't be! Open a business checking or saving account with SFCU to simplify managing your business finances.

Lending Services
Whether you need a loan or a line of credit, the knowledgeable experts at SFCU can help you secure funding with competitive rates to cover purchasing a new home, buying a car, paying for repairs, or anything else life might throw your way.

Local Knowledge
At SFCU, we're passionate about our neighborhood. That's why we offer completely local service from people who know the area to provide the personalized financial services for our neighbors.
How to Join
It’s easy to become an SFCU member. Simply open a savings account online and deposit at least $5. That’s all it takes to become eligible to apply for any other services we offer!
You Belong Here
Anyone who lives, works, worships, goes to school, or conducts business in the following New York counties is eligible to become a member with SFCU:
- Essex
- Hamilton
- Fulton
- Montgomery
- Herkimer
- Oneida
- Madison
- Onondaga
- Cortland
- Chenango
- Otsego
- Schoharie
- Delaware
- Broome
Let's do this!
It only takes a few minutes to get started with a savings account. From there, a world of banking easier awaits you! Here’s what you’ll need:
- Government issued ID/Drivers License/State ID or Passport with current address
- Your complete physical and mailing address
- Social Security Number
- Date of birth
- Email address
- Telephone number(s)
Why Bank with Us
With comprehensive financial services and friendly, knowledgeable experts, SFCU is the one-stop-shop for all your financial needs.
Our Mission and Vision
At SFCU, we strive to make banking easier and more accessible for all. We believe everyone should have access to the financial tools and funding they need to grow and achieve their dreams.
Solutions and Service
Get all the banking tools and services you need to grow.
Become an SFCU Member
It's easy to get started and experience banking easier. It takes just a few minutes to open a new account and become an SFCU member!
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Rates effective as of: April 3, 2025
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