Donore Credit Union

Donore Credit Union Become part of Ireland’s first and most successful Credit Union located in the Liberties, Dublin 8

Welcome to Donore Credit Union , Ireland’s oldest credit union. The story of Donore Credit Union Limited (DCUL) can be traced back to April 1958 when a meeting of Cumann Muintir Dun Oir ( Donore Parishioner’s Union ) was held in St Joseph’s Hall on Cork Street with the inaugural meeting of the Credit Union taking place on April 26th 1958 at 35 Hamilton Street. The previous year, two sisters Eileen

and Angela Byrne had attended the National Co-operative Council meeting from where they brought the idea back to Donore Avenue. In the beginning the Credit Union operated from St Joseph’s Hall before it rented premises on Ebenezer Street in 1969. In 1991, the Credit Union moved into a purpose built premises on Rutledge Terrace from where it still operates. While the Credit Union had assets of £100 and a membership of 100 in its first year, it quickly grew to where it is today, having assets of €40 million and a membership of just over 5,300. DCUL continues to focus on the core business of loans and savings. The Board is mindful of the credit union’s iconic status as the oldest credit union in the country and wishes to leverage this position with all of its stake-holders including its members and the regulatory authorities. The Board of DCUL is committed to operating in accordance with the credit union principles and to dealing with members in a professional and respectful manner at all times.

Last year, the computers in the Credit Union were upgraded, leaving us with over a dozen working PCs that were still in ...
25/06/2026

Last year, the computers in the Credit Union were upgraded, leaving us with over a dozen working PCs that were still in good condition.

Rather than letting them go unused, we recently had each computer professionally wiped and reset, before donating them to local schools.

Today we had students and teachers from Scoil Treasa Naofa, St. Catherine's NS and Warrenmount Primary School over to collect the computers. Donore Credit Union is happy to see that the PCs can now be put to good use and support students in the community.

Yesterday we welcomed Pat Shortt and his daughter Faye to Ireland's First Credit Union. Thank you for visiting us!
25/06/2026

Yesterday we welcomed Pat Shortt and his daughter Faye to Ireland's First Credit Union. Thank you for visiting us!

We are proud to support the Tenters Celebrated Heritage Group. Here's a great documentary about the Tenters - built bet...
25/06/2026

We are proud to support the Tenters Celebrated Heritage Group. Here's a great documentary about the Tenters - built between 1922-24 on Fairbrother’s fields, the Tenters housing scheme was a pioneering initiative during the Free State era.

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Minister Darragh O'Brien confirmed last week that the €1,800 rooftop solar grant will remain in place for the lifetime o...
24/06/2026

Minister Darragh O'Brien confirmed last week that the €1,800 rooftop solar grant will remain in place for the lifetime of the current government. This came after Solar Ireland's annual 'Scale of Solar 2026' report said the country's solar capacity has jumped almost 300% since 2023.

This is good news for homeowners but if there's a gap still to cover for solar panel installation, a Greenify loan can help to bridge it.

Call 1800 911 797 or visit www.greenify.ie to learn more.

Loans are subject to approval. Terms and conditions apply. If you do not meet the repayments on your loan, your account will go into arrears. This may affect your credit rating which may limit your ability to access credit in the future.
(Sources: Solar Ireland; Minister Darragh O'Brien; Enable Research)


Donore Credit Union Limited is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. Reg. No: 133CU

For the last 4 years the Credit Union has been voted Ireland’s most reputable organisation1. We are proud of the servic...
24/06/2026

For the last 4 years the Credit Union has been voted Ireland’s most reputable organisation1. We are proud of the service we provide to homebuyers and at Donore Credit Union we are here to talk to you about your mortgage needs. Find out more by talking to Donore Credit Union today.

Donore Credit Union is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. Lending criteria, terms and conditions will apply. 1Ireland Reputations Index 2026 Ireland Reputation Index 2026 Report - The Reputations Agency

24/06/2026
Planning a getaway this summer? ✈Whether it’s a family trip, a solo adventure, or just some well-earned break, Donore Cr...
23/06/2026

Planning a getaway this summer? ✈

Whether it’s a family trip, a solo adventure, or just some well-earned break, Donore Credit Union can help make it happen with a Holiday Loan.

Apply online or visit us in the office.
See more at: https://donorecu.ie/

Loans are subject to approval, Terms & Conditions apply. Donore Credit Union Limited. is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. Warning: If you do not meet your repayments on your loan, your account will go into arrears. This may limit your ability to access credit in the future.

23/06/2026

Another video from chats in the flats - this time featuring the Markievicz flats on Townsend Street in Dublin 2. Still capturing the great stories of our inner-city.

Voice of Eileen McDonnell
Video: Dillon Ward
Direction: Richie Power

Donore Credit Union is excited to launch a range of Free Financial Literacy Courses, developed together with Alison - Fr...
23/06/2026

Donore Credit Union is excited to launch a range of Free Financial Literacy Courses, developed together with Alison - Free Empowerment Platform.

These online, self-paced courses are designed to help learners strengthen their everyday money skills in a practical and accessible way. They are CPD-accredited and suitable for people of all ages and backgrounds.

From budgeting and saving to borrowing and planning for the future, the courses offer a helpful starting point for anyone who would like to feel more confident managing their money. Plus you don't have to be a member of the Credit Union to take these courses, they are open to everyone!

Start learning at a pace that suits you.
See more at: https://donorecu.ie/services/financial-literacy-courses

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🏡 Thinking about your next big project? 🚗Whether it’s upgrading your home, buying a car, planning a special occasion or ...
22/06/2026

🏡 Thinking about your next big project? 🚗

Whether it’s upgrading your home, buying a car, planning a special occasion or simply covering everyday expenses, Donore Credit Union is here to help.

For over 68 years, our members have been able to do more with Donore thanks to flexible lending, local decision-making and no penalties for paying off early.

Visit our website, call us on 01 453 6686 or email [email protected] to find out more.
https://donorecu.ie/

Loans are subject to approval, Terms & Conditions apply. Donore Credit Union Limited. is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. Warning: If you do not meet your repayments on your loan, your account will go into arrears. This may limit your ability to access credit in the future

Address

22 Rutledge Terrace
Dublin
DUBLIN8

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 1pm
2pm - 5pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 1pm
2pm - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 1pm
2pm - 5pm
Friday 10am - 1pm
2:15pm - 6pm
Saturday 9:15am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+35314536686

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