MISSOULA — Whitefish Credit Union opened its first Missoula branch Friday, expanding the member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution's reach to the Garden City.
The new location sits near Russell and Mount Streets, marking a significant expansion for one of Montana's largest credit unions. Community members gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring raffles, refreshments and local ice cream.
"One of the biggest things that Whitefish Credit Union does is support local community," said Josh Wilson, senior vice president of marketing at Whitefish Credit Union.
The credit union plans to create new jobs and build long-term partnerships throughout the Missoula area while launching community-focused programs.
Wilson highlighted the institution's high school Spirit debit card program, which has already made an impact in the community.
"We're also doing our high school Spirit debit card program. So we've been giving $5,000 donations to Hellgate High School, Sentinel, and Big Sky High School because we actually partner with them have their logos on our debit cards and then every single time that debit card is issued we give $5 back to the school every year," Wilson said.
Since launching the program, Whitefish Credit Union has donated over $100,000 to local high schools.
The credit union focuses on serving the communities where it operates, emphasizing its commitment to local investment and community support.
