Volunteering in your Local Credit Union

With over 3,200 volunteers supporting the credit unions on the island of Ireland, volunteerism is at the heart of what we do. At the heart of every credit union is its volunteers. What sets credit unions apart is that their boards of directors are made up entirely of dedicated volunteers—members who use their knowledge and skills to guide and grow the organisation. Whether you're interested in leadership, building experience, or giving back to your community, credit unions offer meaningful opportunities to get involved. It’s a chance to make a real impact, develop personally and professionally, and be part of a team that puts people first.

To find out how you can volunteer, contact your local credit union today. 
 

Why do credit unions have volunteers? 

As member-owned financial cooperatives and with a philosophy of ‘people helping people, volunteerism is at the very heart of the work of credit unions. The credit union movement started with volunteers. When the credit union was established, members volunteered their own time to set up and manage these non-for-profit financial institutions within their community. Without the tireless work of its volunteers, credit unions in Ireland wouldn’t have been able to grow.  

Why volunteer at your credit union? 

Volunteering at your local credit union can give you the opportunity to gain valuable experience in areas of management, directorship while building life-long connections with like-minded people in your community.  

In return for volunteering, credit union volunteers are afforded the opportunity to;