Get a Better Bank
Put your savings to work building the green economy. Break Up With Your Mega-Bank and switch to a community development financial institution or credit union.
Where you bank matters. Your checking and savings account, credit cards, and investments can support the real economy, including affordable housing, small business financing, and economic opportunity in urban and rural communities that are often underserved by conventional big banks. Switching from a conventional Big Bank (Chase, Citi, Wells Fargo, Bank of America) also ensures your deposits are not at the forefront of financing the global climate crisis.
Get a Better Bank or Credit Card
Better Banking Criteria
The banks and credit unions included in our Get A Better Bank Map meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Federal certification by the CDFI (Community Development Financial Institution) Fund
- Certification by Green America’s Green Business Network
- Membership in Inclusiv
- Membership in the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (US members)
- FDIC-identified Minority Depository Institutions (The scope of this designation indicates minority ownership and/or having a majority of board directors who are minority and a customer base that is predominantly minority.)
Consider Online Banking
In addition to seeking out better banking options above, consider online financial institutions:
- For any bank or credit union that interests you, ask if they offer paperless and online services.
- Clean Energy Credit Union offers membership to Green America members, their family members, and those in the same household. All are eligible to join! (online only)
