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Provident Credit Union

Recognized for our strength and service, Provident was named one of America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions 2026

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Overview

Provident Credit Union is and has been a local financial Institution serving the Bay Area and beyond for over 75 years. We offer our members a wide array of financial products and services with an unmatched level of customer service and convenience Our members enjoy 21 branches located throughout the Bay Area as well as access to hundreds of additional branches throughout California. Members also have access to over 25,000 ATMs free of charge. To learn more about what we have to offer please visit www.providentcu.org

Provident Credit Union opened in 1950 to serve the California Teachers Association and is headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area. It serves more than 135,000 members and over 1,200 employer groups, and holds $3.6 billion in assets. Its stated mission is to champion members' financial well-being and enrich the community through service. Products include checking and savings accounts, certificates, money market accounts, mortgages, auto loans and investment services, and members can book appointments at community branches. Deposits are federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration up to $250,000 per member, with coverage of up to $250,000 for IRAs. The company also offers estate planning through Trust & Will and runs a security and fraud center with guidance on avoiding scams.

Four Great Reasons to Work for Provident: 1. We are Strong. Provident is one of the largest and strongest credit unions in the country. For more than 20 years Provident has earned a 5-Star Sustained Superior Rating from BauerFinancial. 2. We Make Life Easy. We are a credit union. Not a bank. We have members not customers. And we love our members. Our goal is to make life easy for them while providing financial products and services that enhance their lives. 3. We Have a Sense of Fun. We get things done. We foster an organization of mutual respect and teamwork. We’re active and always out there, whether it be at a local art and wine festival or sponsoring a financial literacy program. 4. We Look Out for You. Provident offers a quality compensation package including medical, dental and vision care, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, generous paid time off, rate discounts on loans and much more. To view jobs and apply visit: http://providentcu.org/careers

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As of 2026-10-20, Provident Credit Union has 306 employees, based on the Enrich Layer count of person profiles that list Provident Credit Union as their current employer. Its listed company size band is 201 to 500.
As of 2026-10-20, Provident Credit Union is headquartered in Redwood Shores, CA, US.
Provident Credit Union was founded in 1950.
As of 2026-10-20, Provident Credit Union is classified in the Banking industry.
Provident Credit Union is and has been a local financial Institution serving the Bay Area and beyond for over 75 years. We offer our members a wide array of financial products and services with an unmatched level of customer service and convenience
As of 2026-10-20, Provident Credit Union's official website is http://www.providentcu.org/.