How it all works

At Bellwether, Banking with Heart means showing up for one another and strengthening the communities we call home. 

You will receive $50 with each friend you refer, up to a maximum of $250. Each new member you refer will also receive $50. With every successful referral, we’ll also donate $50 to a local charity of your choice, spreading even more good throughout our community.

When you share your love for Bellwether, you’re not just recommending a credit union, you’re helping friends, family, neighbors, and local nonprofits thrive. That’s the power of Banking with Heart. 

New and referring members must be 18 or older to participate. Maximum of five referrals per member.

* To qualify for the referral bonus, the member making the referral must use the online referral form. The referred person must open a membership with Bellwether Community Credit Union with a MyMoney Checking Account within 30 days of the referral date. The referred new member's accounts must remain open for at least 365 days. Bonuses will be awarded via deposit to share savings accounts up to 45-60 days after all criteria have been met and verified. In the event more than one member refers the same individual, Bellwether Community Credit Union will award the bonus to the first member making the referral. Referred member must be new to  Bellwether Community  Credit Union. There is a limit of five (5) referrals a member may submit per year. You must qualify for and establish membership at  Bellwether Community  Credit Union and be of legal contract age to apply. All accounts are subject to our normal approval process. Members and accounts must be in good standing and accounts must have recent account activity such as debit transactions, credit card transactions, direct deposit, etc. to receive bonuses.  Bellwether Community  Credit Union rules and regulations apply. Members who have closed the  Bellwether Community  Credit Union membership within three months prior to being referred are not eligible. Fees can reduce earnings on the account. This offer is non-transferable and may be canceled without prior notice. We reserve the right to disqualify any referrals in circumstances where we reasonably believe they were not sent to us in good faith. Local non-profit donation will be paid once all criteria has been met and verified.  Bellwether Community Credit Union reserves the right to terminate the program at any time, revise program terms or refuse bonuses upon our discretion. Ask us for details.