Cooperative Federal

Cooperative Federal Syracuse, NY, credit union dedicated to economic justice and financial inclusion. Visit our website to learn more and see how you can join. EQUAL HOUSING LENDER.

Founded in 1982 by activists seeking a community-owned alternative to corporate banks, Cooperative Federal is a non-profit, community development credit union dedicated to social responsibility, equality, and economic justice. When you do your banking with Cooperative Federal, you're making the decision to support these values, too. We keep our members' money LOCAL (not on Wall Street), helping to

strengthen our neighborhoods and build a fair, independent local economy. LOCATIONS: 723 Westcott Street, 401 South Avenue (at SW Community Center), 516 Burt Street (at Syracuse Housing Authority). Coming soon: 1217 N Salina St. FEDERALLY INSURED BY NCUA. Products and services may be subject to credit approval.

2026 Common Cents Nominee Spotlight! Center for Community Alternatives promotes reintegrative justice and reduces relian...
06/01/2026

2026 Common Cents Nominee Spotlight! Center for Community Alternatives promotes reintegrative justice and reduces reliance on incarceration through direct services, advocacy, and public policy. Programs include career training and job placement.

Voting is open for CoopFed members through June 14, 2026. Submit your vote at https://forms.office.com/r/Wbfc7x2DJV(link in bio)

How CoopFed’s "Common Cents" Community Rewards Program works: Every purchase made with our VISA debit card generates a little bit of income for the credit union, and we share that income with local non-profit groups that reflect our members' values. Nine organizations were nominated by members to receive a 2026 Common Cents cash prize, and now our members vote to determine the winners.

Voting takes less than 2 minutes! CoopFed Members, submit your 2025 vote at https://forms.office.com/r/Wbfc7x2DJV - form...
05/27/2026

Voting takes less than 2 minutes! CoopFed Members, submit your 2025 vote at https://forms.office.com/r/Wbfc7x2DJV - form closes at 11:59pm on June 14, 2026!

Common Cents is CoopFed’s Community Rewards Program. Every purchase made with our VISA debit card generates a little bit of income for the credit union, and we share that income with local non-profit groups that reflect our members' values. These organizations have been nominated by members to receive a Common Cents prize this year.

See the amazing work these organizations do locally by visiting their pages:

Center for Community Alternatives promotes reintegrative justice and reduces reliance on incarceration through direct services, advocacy, and public policy. Programs include career training and job placement.

House of Psalms 23 is dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty, abuse, and incarceration through individual empowerment. Programs include job readiness and financial planning.

Inclusive Economy CNY empowers small businesses in concentrated poverty areas within the Greater Syracuse community by providing access to capital and skills. Visit inclusiveeconomycny.com for more information.

InterFaith Works affirms the dignity of each person and every faith tradition, builds racial and religious equity, and creates bridges of understanding. Include workforce and business development.

Jubilee Homes of Syracuse, Inc. focuses on empowering residents to turn generational poverty into generational wealth through homeownership opportunities, workforce training, and youth development.

Urban Jobs Task Force advocates for and with disadvantaged Syracusans for equitable employment and economic opportunities.
Workers’ Center of CNY empowers low-wage workers to combat workplace abuses and improve wages and working conditions throughout the community.

WISE Women's Business Center enables existing and aspiring women entrepreneurs in Central New York to turn their business dreams into thriving realities.

CoopFed member small businesses and non-profits can now apply for up to $5,000 in grant funding! Submit your application...
05/18/2026

CoopFed member small businesses and non-profits can now apply for up to $5,000 in grant funding! Submit your application (link below) including attachments no later than 11:59pm on Thursday, May 21, 2026.

The Small Business Recovery Grant (SBRG) Program is funded by the Federal Home Loan Bank of NY.

Learn more and apply at:
https://coopfed.org/about/news/small-business-recovery-grant

Learn how to confidently present your business through self-knowledge, story and strategy. Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00...
05/08/2026

Learn how to confidently present your business through self-knowledge, story and strategy.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm
In-Person Workshop

Free Registration – Priority access for participants in A Winning Pitch. If you’re not part of A Winning Pitch and would like to request a seat at this workshop, you can do so here: coopfed.org/workshops

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05/04/2026

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A huge thank you to all of the sponsors of the Pride 5k! 🌟
Your support directly helps SAGE Upstate; we couldn't do what we do without you.

Understand how to use financial data and cashflow to analyze and tell the story of your business.Wednesday, May 6, 2026 ...
05/04/2026

Understand how to use financial data and cashflow to analyze and tell the story of your business.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Zoom Webinar
FREE - Register at coopfed.org/workshops

It's almost International Workers' Day! In keeping with a long-held CoopFed tradition, all of our offices will be closed...
04/30/2026

It's almost International Workers' Day! In keeping with a long-held CoopFed tradition, all of our offices will be closed on Friday, May 1, for this holiday.

Cooperative Federal may be the only financial institution in the U.S. to close for May Day, but we're not alone. Thousands of credit unions around the world will be closed for May Day, and for good reason. Credit Unions are part of the movement to empower ordinary people. It is this movement that May Day celebrates.

On May 1, 1886, hundreds of thousands of American workers went on strike as part of a movement to win the eight-hour day. The May Day movement was an attempt by common people to gain some control over their lives and work. It took years of struggle before U.S. workers eventually won the eight-hour day; when we did, it set a standard for the whole world. May Day is celebrated throughout the world, but here in its birthplace, it has been a lost holiday.

"Eight hours for work, eight hours for rest and eight for what we will!"

No matter what financial goals you’re working on, knowledge can be the difference between making progress and getting st...
04/27/2026

No matter what financial goals you’re working on, knowledge can be the difference between making progress and getting stuck with your small business. Register for one of our FREE workshops at coopfed.org/workshops

Learn best practices for managing business financials, what they say about your business, and the importance of cash flo...
04/24/2026

Learn best practices for managing business financials, what they say about your business, and the importance of cash flow.
Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Zoom Webinar
FREE - Register at coopfed.org/workshops

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1816 Erie Boulevard E
Syracuse, NY
13210

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