Since 1934, Wescom has been dedicated to helping build better lives for our members and communities. Over the past 90 years, we have expanded our branch network and increased our footprint in California, introduced new technologies to make banking more convenient, and invested in our communities.
Our founding philosophy of “people helping people” has guided us to grow to the $6 billion plus Credit Union we are today. As we celebrate 90 years of building better lives this year, we realize that it’s our dedication to this purpose that fuels our appetite for growth so that we can further our reach and provide better banking options for more Californians.
With a focus on our vision of being the premier financial service partner of choice within the communities we serve, we’ve entered new markets in the Central Coast and Central Valley regions of California, completed our merger with Central Coast Federal Credit Union, and nurtured our strategic partnerships with Knott’s Berry Farm and UCLA. We believe that embarking on these endeavors not only benefits new members in these markets, but also adds value to our current members’ banking relationship with the Credit Union through expanded branch and ATM networks and special giveaways and offers exclusively for members. By the end of 2024, we plan to have 30 branches available to serve our members in Southern and Central California.
Another way we continue to add value to your membership is through our digital channels, which includes our top-rated mobile app and Online Banking. We constantly release new features and look for ways to improve both of these channels, keeping in mind that more than 65 percent of members regularly use online and mobile banking. Our goal is to make banking with Wescom convenient for you, no matter how you choose to bank with us.
We understand though, that Wescom is more than just banking. Throughout our 90 years of serving members, we’ve also been making a difference in our communities. A big focus for us is the Wescom Foundation, our employee-run organization that also celebrates a milestone anniversary this year. Since its establishment 25 years ago in 1999, the Foundation has invested more than $5 million in local non-profit organizations.
As we look forward to the next 90 years of building better lives, we reflect on our mission of exceeding expectations in everything we do. Whether it’s helping our members in the branch, releasing new features to our online and mobile banking channels, or serving our communities at local food banks, we strive to go above and beyond to align with your values and serve your banking needs. Our motivation to continue building better lives for the next 90 years is driven by you, our members, and our vision of being the premier financial services partner of choice within the communities we serve.
