Natco Recognized As First Place State Level Recipient

Indiana Credit Union League announced that Natco Credit Union was selected as the first-place winner of the Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community Service Award for Indiana in the asset size of $50 million to $250 million.

Dora Maxwell was a credit union pioneer who worked with numerous organizations to improve the living standards of the poor and needy. Many years ago, the Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Recognition Program was established to encourage involvement in community projects and activities.

Each year, credit unions across Indiana have the opportunity to compete with other credit unions in their asset category for the Dora Maxwell award. This year, we submitted an entry based on our Volunteer Individual Tax Assistance (VITA) program offered through Natco Community Empowerment Center (NCEC). The two-person staff of NCEC found innovative and transformative ways to provide safe alternative methods for collecting tax information and providing finalized returns. During the most recent tax season, they prepared and submitted a total of 1158 returns totaling $1.5 million in Federal refunds and $185,000 in State refunds. By offering this free service, individuals and families saved nearly half a million dollars ($497,940) in fees*. When spent locally, businesses in our area and our economy were stimulated.

On September 10th, Natco Credit Union was recognized as the first-place state winner in the $50 – $250 million asset category. Cindy Duke, CEO, Sherry Dillon, Director of Administration and Innovation and Doug Macias, Community Development Officer accepted the award during the Indiana Credit Union League Convention. As the first-place winner, our entry was forwarded to CUNA (Credit Union National Association) for the national competition.

Natco Receives Dora Maxwell Award

Book an Appointment with a Natco Expert

We are making it easier to meet with a Natco expert for certain appointment types.  You decide how and when we meet.

Available methods include by virtual meeting, by phone or in person.

Currently, you can book and appointment to:

  • Open a New Account
  • Apply for an Auto Loan
  • Apply for a Credit Card
  • Apply for a Personal Loan
  • Apply for a Home Equity Loan
  • Get a Free Credit Score
  • Money Management (NCEC)
  • Job Seeking Assistance (NCEC)
  • Connect to Resources (NCEC)

We invite you to book an appointment the next time you need one of these services.

Bauer Rating for the 2nd Quarter of 2021

We are excited to receive a 5-star rating for the 2nd quarter of 2021 from BauerFinancial!

Each quarter BauerFinancial rates banks and credit unions across the country.

BauerFinancial is an independent organization. Bauer performs its own, independent analysis on the data supplied and supplements that with historical and other data to assign comprehensive star ratings. Banks and credit unions are evaluated using the same strict barometer.
A 5-star rating represents superior and therefore, an institution that is recommended by Bauer.

Tell Congress to Oppose New IRS Reporting Provisions

You’ve likely heard about legislation that would require credit unions and other financial institutions to report to the IRS how much money has gone into and out of accounts with a balance of more than $600. Theoretically, they think that having this information could help the IRS collect an extra $463 billion in taxes over 10 years. Because this is a violation of consumers’ personal financial privacy and there are significant data security risks, credit unions and their members should not support the proposed new IRS reporting requirement.

TAKE ACTION NOW: It is important that you take action now to let your Senators and Representatives know that you oppose it. We’ve made it easy to contact your representatives NOW!

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REAL FREEDOM from Buy Here/Pay Here Member Story

When Ashley’s Envoy broke down, she pulled it into the Natco lot. Because it was after hours, she called and left a message that the tow truck would be in the next morning around 9:00. Upon checking the messages, an email was sent to staff letting them know the vehicle would be picked up but what happened next what truly an example of great member service.

A staff member made a courtesy call to Ashley to talk with her about the vehicle and options we could provide. If the repairs were more than she was prepared for, could we help ease her financial burden by providing a loan to get it fixed? If the repairs were extensive, had she considered purchasing another vehicle?

By 9:30, we had reached Ashley and learned she and her husband had planned to go to a Buy Here/Pay Here lot because they felt that was their only option. This is often a misconception people have and where we were able to provide a better solution!

Ashely was pre-approved for an auto loan the same day. This gave her the freedom to shop for a vehicle she wanted and the power to negotiate the purchase price! Within two days, Ashley found a vehicle. Because she was pre-approved and had the ability to shop wherever she wanted, she got a better deal and was even able to purchase a warranty through Natco to help give her peace of mind.

What started as a stressful week with a broken-down vehicle, ended with this Natco member enjoying her new vehicle by the weekend. Talk about RIGHT TIME, RIGHT SUPPORT and REAL FREEDOM!

If you feel Buy Here/Pay Here is your ONLY option, we want to talk with you too! Apply for a pre-approved auto loan now or give us a call.

photo of member with her new vehicle

Earth Day is April 22nd

You’ve heard it time and again: ‘Go paperless!’

With Earth Day approaching on April 22, doing your part to help make our planet a better place can be as simple as enrolling in e-statements. From reducing the number of trees harvested for paper and saving energy on printing, to cutting costs associated with shipping and keeping paper out of landfills, there are numerous environmental benefits of e-statements

In addition to decreasing your “paper trail,” and carbon footprint, e-statements are a safer way to receive your account details over a paper statement. No more filing away statements and no more shredding outdated documents – just easy, 24-hour access to your financial information when you need it.

This Earth Day, celebrate your contribution to our planet by signing up for e-statements. 

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2020 Virtual Annual Meeting

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