Bear Paw Credit Union

Bear Paw Credit Union Bear Paw Credit Union is a full service financial institution.Please visit us online at www.bearpawcu Read the facts below. Credit unions are not-for-profit.

“What’s the difference between a bank and a credit union?”

Always an excellent question. The facts:

Credit unions are owned by their members, not stockholders. If you have an account at a credit union, that means that you have a say in how it is run. You also get to vote who will represent you when you elect your Board of Directors. A bank is run by stockholders, who buy their decision-making position. Any profits that credit unions do make, go back to our member-owners. This is why we can offer lower interest rates and charge fewer fees than for-profit banks. Credit unions are local. Decisions are made right here, usually within the same day. You don’t have to wait for a loan while we try to get approval from some higher up who lives across the country. Credit unions offer more personalized service. We feel this is the most important difference. At a credit union, you are seen as a person, not a number. We will do our best to call you by your first name and tailor our services to meet your individual needs. We genuinely care about you and want to provide you with the best service possible.

04/11/2023

Kids and Teens can reach their spend, save, and share goals in April AND enter for a chance to win $300!*
Getting started is as easy as depositing $10 into your Cubby or FYI account!🤩
Your kiddo has goals, and we want to hear them! Head to our website and tell us how they'd spend, save, and share $300! Sharing those goals gets you more chances to win at https://altanafcu.org/youthmonth-form/
*Some restrictions apply. No purchase is necessary. One entry per child per day. Ends on April 30, 2023. One winner from ages 0 – 11 and one from ages 12 – 18 will be drawn at random for prizes in two categories: hi-line locations and south-central Montana locations. Winners will receive a $100 deposit into their youth account, a $100 certificate, and $100 will be donated to the charity of their choice. An early withdrawal penalty applies for the early closure of the youth certificate. Minors will need an adult over the age of 18 to open a youth account. $25.00 share savings required for new members. The drawing will be held by May 12, 2023. Many will enter, and four will win.

02/01/2023

As a reminder, all Bear Paw locations are closed today (February 1st) while our team works diligently to complete our merger. You may continue to use your Bear Paw debit and credit cards.

Online banking services will be temporarily unavailable. We will continue to keep you updated as we welcome our Bear Paw team and members to Altana!

For resources and questions, please visit our website at https://altanafcu.org/merger/ or DM us with any questions! We are here to help.

01/30/2023

On February 2nd, Altana Federal Credit Union and Bear Paw Credit Union will merge as one to continue serving the collective mission of people helping people.⁠⁠
Some things will change, but the same awesome people you’ve come to know and trust in Havre, Chinook, Shelby, Chester, and Sunburst, will still be there.⁠⁠
We are here with you and for you – all of us. Thank you for trusting us; Altana is proud to serve the hi-line.

01/28/2023

With great excitement, we anticipate our merger with Altana Federal Credit Union on February 2nd. Both our institutions were founded on the same premise: to provide financial opportunity and security for our Montana family, friends, and neighbors. This merger expands that opportunity for hi-line communities.
The cooperative spirit of credit unions guides us as we become one organization of people helping people. We look forward to continuing to serve you with the same heart – and with the same talented teammates - you’ve come to know and love.

All of our offices will be closed Monday January 16th, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
01/13/2023

All of our offices will be closed Monday January 16th, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Our lobby hours are changing! January 3rd9am-4pm
12/29/2022

Our lobby hours are changing!
January 3rd
9am-4pm

BPCU will be closed January 2nd for the New Year Holiday!Happy New Year Everyone!
12/29/2022

BPCU will be closed January 2nd for the New Year Holiday!
Happy New Year Everyone!

12/22/2022
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12/07/2022

Come join the team!

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201 2nd Street
Havre, MT
59501

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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“What’s the difference between a bank and a credit union?” Always an excellent question. Read the facts below. The facts: Credit unions are owned by their members, not stockholders. If you have an account at a credit union, that means that you have a say in how it is run. You also get to vote who will represent you when you elect your Board of Directors. A bank is run by stockholders, who buy their decision-making position. Credit unions are not-for-profit. Any profits that credit unions do make, go back to our member-owners. This is why we can offer lower interest rates and charge fewer fees than for-profit banks. Credit unions are local. Decisions are made right here, usually within the same day. You don’t have to wait for a loan while we try to get approval from some higher up who lives across the country. Credit unions offer more personalized service. We feel this is the most important difference. At a credit union, you are seen as a person, not a number. We will do our best to call you by your first name and tailor our services to meet your individual needs. We genuinely care about you and want to provide you with the best service possible.