Midwest Community Federal Credit Union

What Midwest Community Federal Credit Union does

Midwest Community Federal Credit Union is a federally chartered, member-owned financial cooperative headquartered in Defiance, Ohio, serving approximately 14,000 members across a six-county field of membership in Northwest Ohio (Defiance, Henry, Fulton, Paulding, Williams, and northern Putnam counties). Founded in the mid-1950s and operating for 70+ years, the credit union delivers consumer and small-business banking through three physical branches (Defiance Main Office, Napoleon, and Bryan), a digital banking platform (MC Online), and a mobile banking application (MC Mobile), supplemented by shared branching (5,000+ CO-OP locations) and surcharge-free ATM access (12,000+ Alliance One terminals).

The product portfolio spans deposit products (Primary, Rewards, and Elite Rewards checking; Money Market; Share Certificates; Christmas Club; HSA; youth-oriented Grow & Go Savings/Spending/Certificate), lending products (Signature, Share Secured, Credit Builder, Overdraft Line of Credit, Consolidation, Vehicle, Boat/RV, Powersports, Traditional Mortgage, ARM, HELOC, Construction, Business, and Student Loans), three VISA credit card tiers (Classic, Platinum, Platinum Rewards), and ancillary services (Investment Services, Insurance, IRAs, Financial Wellness Coaching, Welcome Home Fund grants up to $20,000). Underlying technology is a standard digital banking stack with FaceID/TouchID biometric authentication, mobile check deposit, bill pay, real-time alerts, integrated mobile wallets (Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Google Pay, Fitbit Pay, Garmin Pay, Visa Checkout), and accessibility options for neurodiverse users, all delivered through vendor partnerships rather than proprietary AI/ML infrastructure.

Revenue is generated through net interest spread on loans and deposits, transaction fees (overdraft, Courtesy Pay, ATM, account maintenance, loan fees), and fee income from partner-referred investment and insurance services. As a not-for-profit cooperative, surplus is returned to members through competitive loan rates and deposit dividends rather than distributed to shareholders. Distribution is community-led, anchored by physical branches in Northwest Ohio, and extended nationally through CO-OP and Alliance One network affiliations.

Name

Midwest Community Federal Credit Union

Legal name

Midwest Community Federal Credit Union

Website

https://midwestcommunity.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1956

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Midwest Community Federal Credit Union is a member-owned cooperative in Northwest Ohio serving approximately 14,000 members across six counties with consumer and small-business banking, lending, mortgages, credit cards, and digital channels through three branches and shared-network partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Retail Banking

NAICS

Credit Unions (52213)

SIC

Savings Institution, Federally Chartered (6035)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Credit Unions (Retail/Consumer Focus) (FSABAEAA)

Keywords

• Consumer banking services
• Personal loans
• Mortgage lending
• Share certificates
• Small business banking

Headquarters

HQ city

Defiance

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Interest Income - Consumer Loans: Revenue generated from interest on consumer loans including vehicle loans, personal loans, mortgages, home equity lines of credit, and credit cards.
2. Interest Income - Business Loans: Revenue from business loans and commercial lending products for small businesses.
3. Fee Income: Various fees including overdraft fees, Courtesy Pay fees, account maintenance fees, ATM fees, and loan-related fees.
4. Dividend/Interest Income on Deposits: Income from spread between interest earned on loans/investments and interest paid on member deposits.
5. Financial Services Income: Revenue from investment services, insurance products, and other financial services offered through partnerships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Midwest Community Federal Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative providing consumer and small business banking products to approximately 14,000 members across Northwest Ohio. The credit union's core offerings include deposit accounts (checking, savings, money market, share certificates, IRAs, HSAs), consumer lending (signature loans, vehicle loans, mortgages, HELOCs, credit cards), student loans, small business banking, and digital banking platforms (MC Online and MC Mobile Banking App) extended by CO-OP's 5,000+ shared branches and 12,000+ surcharge-free ATMs.

Product overview

Midwest Community Federal Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative offering a comprehensive suite of banking products and services through multiple delivery channels including branches, online banking, and mobile apps. The core product portfolio includes MC Online and MC Mobile Banking as the primary digital platforms, alongside checking accounts (Primary Checking, Rewards Checking), savings accounts (including youth-focused Grow & Go Savings/Spending/Certificate products), Money Market accounts, Share Certificates, and Christmas Club accounts. The credit union provides lending products spanning consumer loans (Signature Loans, Share Secured Loans, Credit Builder Loans), vehicle and recreational loans, mortgages (Traditional, ARMs, HELOCs, Construction Loans), student loans, and business banking services. Credit card offerings include VISA Platinum Rewards, VISA Platinum, and VISA Classic cards. Investment and insurance products are offered through partners including IRAs, Investment Services, and Insurance. Additional services include Shared Branching (5,000+ branches), Mobile Wallet integrations (Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Google Pay), Financial Wellness Coaching, and Welcome Home Fund Grants for first-time homebuyers. The product ecosystem is connected through BaZing for rewards benefits, Autobooks for P2P transfers, and IDCheck for shared branching identity verification.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MC Mobile Banking App Mobile banking application enabling members to securely access accounts, transfer funds, make loan payments, deposit checks, view check copies, pay bills, and view statements from smartphones or tablets, with FaceID/TouchID authentication, Quick Balance, and accessibility features for epilepsy, dyslexia, color blindness, and visual sensitivity.
• MC Online Banking Online banking platform providing real-time account access, bill payment, e-statements, fund transfers between accounts, VISA card management, and account alerts via text and email.
• Primary Checking Basic free checking account with no minimum balance, no monthly service fee, unlimited check writing, multiple overdraft options, free online banking, mobile banking, bill pay, e-statements, and a VISA debit card.
• Rewards Checking Premium $5/month checking account with BaZing-powered benefits including local and national retailer discounts, 24/7 roadside assistance (up to $80 coverage), up to $25,000 accidental death coverage, identity theft aid, cell phone protection, buyer's protection (up to $2,500 per item), and BillShark bill negotiation service.
• Grow & Go Savings Youth savings account for children ages 0-17 with interest-bearing dividends (2.50% APY on $0.01-$1,000.00 and 0.05% on $1,000.01+), free gift at opening, free coin counting, and automatic transfer to an adult account at age 18.
• Grow & Go Spending Youth spending account for ages 13-17 with free debit card, no minimum balance, digital banking access, parental controls, transaction alerts, and card lock/unlock features, requiring parent or legal guardian as joint owner.
• Grow & Go Certificate Youth share certificate with $250 minimum balance, 3.20% dividend rate (3.25% APY) for a 12-month term, additional deposits permitted at any time, auto-renewal, and maximum $25,000 combined balance per youth primary owner.
• Money Market Account Tiered savings account for experienced savers with a $2,500 minimum deposit, competitive dividend rates ranging from 0.85% to 1.15% APY across balance tiers, and liquid access to funds.
• Piggy Banking Automatic savings program that rounds up debit card purchases to the nearest dollar and transfers the difference from checking to savings, enrolled once and growing with every purchase.
• VISA Platinum Rewards Credit Card Credit card earning 3X points on gas and groceries with no cap, 1 point per dollar on other purchases, 10,000 enrollment bonus points for the first $1,000 spent in 90 days, with a 10.99% non-variable APR, no annual fee, credit limits from $5,000 to $25,000, and points redeemable via curewards.com.
• VISA Platinum Credit Card Credit card with 3.99% introductory APR for six months on purchases and cash advances, transitioning to an 8.99% rate, with no annual fee and no balance transfer fee.
• VISA Classic Credit Card Entry-level credit card with a 14.75% rate on purchases and cash advances, providing accessible credit for members building credit history.
• Signature Loan Unsecured personal loan for versatile needs with rates starting at 9.99% (11.088% APR) on amounts financed over pre-determined terms up to 5 years, usable for vacations, bill consolidation, or other personal expenses.
• Share Secured Loan Secured loan using the member's savings or share certificate as collateral, with a rate 4% over the dividend rate paid on the security, allowing members to borrow up to 100% of the security while continuing to earn dividends on secured funds.
• Overdraft Line of Credit Revolving credit line attached to the checking account that provides overdraft protection at 12.00% APR, covering drawn checks through incremental deposits to cover overdrafts.
• Credit Builder Loan Loan designed to help members establish or improve credit history by making regular payments that are reported to credit bureaus.
• Vehicle Loans Auto financing for new and used vehicles with rates starting at 4.99% APR for 24-month terms on 2023-2026 models, 100% financing based on J.D. Power Value, and terms available from 24 to 84 months.
• Boat & RV Loans Recreational vehicle financing for boats and RVs up to $20,000 with terms from 5 to 15 years, with new rates starting at 6.50% APR for 5-year terms.
• Snowmobile, ATV, Jet Ski & Lawn Equipment Loans Financing for powersports and outdoor equipment with new rates from 6.50% APR and terms from 24 to 72 months depending on vehicle type and model year.
• Traditional Mortgages Conventional fixed-rate mortgages with fixed monthly payments throughout the loan term, available in various term options from the credit union's mortgage center.
• Adjustable Rate Mortgages (ARMs) Variable-rate mortgages with low initial rates that can adjust based on market conditions, available in 3-year or 5-year terms with a 30-year payment basis and rate adjustment caps.
• Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) Revolving credit line using home equity with fixed terms of 5, 10, or 15 years, rates ranging from 6.00% to 7.75% APR depending on term, with 5-year draw periods and up to 80% loan-to-value.
• Construction Loans Short-term construction financing for building new homes, with rates and terms available from a credit union representative.
• Welcome Home Fund Grants Down payment and closing cost assistance grant program in partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati providing up to $20,000 for qualifying first-time homebuyers based on documented need, with $600,000 available in 2026 and a 5-year occupancy requirement.
• Student Loans Private student loans through CU Student Choice for college expenses, with no origination or pre-payment fees, flexible repayment options, a line-of-credit structure, and consolidation options for existing student loans.
• Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA) Tax-advantaged retirement savings accounts including Traditional and Roth IRAs with various investment options through partner providers.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Tax-advantaged health savings accounts compatible with High Deductible Health Plans, with no enrollment fees, unlimited check-writing, no monthly fees, free online access, and a free HSA debit card for paying qualified medical expenses.
• Business Checking Business banking checking accounts with services for small businesses including online banking, mobile banking, and business-specific features.
• Business Loans Commercial lending products including business vehicle loans, equipment financing, and working capital loans tailored to small business needs.
• Business Savings Business savings accounts with competitive rates for businesses to deposit and grow funds.
• Business Services Additional business banking services including merchant services, wire transfers, and other operational banking tools for small businesses.
• Share Certificates Term deposit accounts with fixed rates and terms, including special Grow & Go Certificates for youth savers, providing competitive dividend rates across various maturity options.
• Christmas Club Account Seasonal savings account for holiday planning with funds payable on October 20th, earning 0.05% APY, with a $10 fee (waived during payout period) for early withdrawals.
• VISA Debit Cards Debit cards accepted at millions of locations bearing the VISA logo, functioning as ATM cards for cash access, with real-time transaction alerts for fraud detection, card freeze feature, and surcharge-free ATM access through the Alliance One network.

Quantifiable outcome

• 14,000 members served in Northwest Ohio
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration14 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• myCUmortgagecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 October 2025Midwest Community participates in myCUmortgage's partner conference and mortgage lending programs. The credit union was recognized at the 20th Annual Partner Conference in Dayton, Ohio for achievements in helping members achieve homeownership dreams. Awards were given based on mortgage activity from July 2024 to June 2025.
• CO-OP Shared Branching NetworkcoreTechnology or IntegrationMidwest Community is part of CO-OP's Shared Branching Network, providing members access to 5,000+ shared branches nationwide. This partnership extends the credit union's physical reach beyond its regional footprint.
• AllianceOne (ATM Network)coreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with AllianceOne provides members access to 12,000+ surcharge-free ATMs across the country, expanding convenient cash access beyond branch locations.
• Federal Home Loan Bank of CincinnaticoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMidwest Community works with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati to offer Welcome Home Fund grants up to $20,000 for qualifying members. The $600,000 fund helps low and moderate income homebuyers with down payments and closing costs.
• Student Choice (Private Student Loans)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Student Choice provides CU Student Choice private student loans for college funding. The not-for-profit lender offers flexible repayment options and no origination or pre-payment fees.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/midwestcommfcu
• Facebookfacebook.com/midwestcommunity

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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