TwinStar Credit Union was founded in 1938 as a teacher’s credit union. Their original “branch” opened in 1950: four days a week at room 346 at Olympia High School. In the 1980’s they expanded through merger to the Grays Harbor community. TwinStar now serves their members from their 20 branches throughout Western Washington, and due to a recent merger with Northwest Credit Union, can serve members in Oregon with an additional 15 branches.
TwinStar offers unparalleled products and service to over 250,000 members throughout both states. As a not-for-profit financial cooperative, those members are the credit union owners. They are dedicated to providing the products and access to services that meet their unique needs. From ITIN accounts, lending, and mortgage services to financial education, TwinStar builds communities where all feel financially secure and embowered to reach their dreams. GGHI is proud to have had TwinStar Credit Union as a member of GGHI since 1996!
This local credit union believes in giving back to the community and does so by supporting many groups with either time or dollars. Some of these groups include: United Way of GH, local schools – including Grays Harbor College, The Salvation Army, Food Ball, YMCA of GH, Relay for Life, American Cancer Society, PAWS, Habitat for Humanity of GH, Washington Business Week, Dispute Resolution Center, RISE Coalition of GH, 7th Street Theater, Ocean Shores Food Bank, Aberdeen Fire Department, Ocean Shores Fire Department, Aberdeen Police Department, Circulo de Mujeres and NeighborWorks of GH. TwinStar also has employees who participate in local service clubs such as Rotary and RISE Coalition.
GGHI thanks TwinStar for being a supporter of our organization in many ways, including hosting and attending events such as Business After Hours, Business Forum Lunches, Showcase Grays Harbor (as well as being a sponsor!), Leaders Celebration, as well as local business ribbon cuttings. There’s always fantastic staff participation at these events in addition to staff members volunteering their time as both GGHI Ambassadors and Board Members.
When talking about doing business in Grays Harbor, TwinStar employees couldn’t help but to express their gratitude to the people. Grays Harbor has a deep sense of community and desire to support local, and the spirit of the Grays Harbor residents resonates directly with the spirit of TwinStar. When asked what advice they’d give another business or organization looking to succeed on the Harbor, TwinStar wholeheartedly believes in investing in your community, building trust, and ensuring those you are serving that you are a part of this community for longevity!
Congratulations again to our Q2 Member of the Quarter! Being recognized with this honor means that TwinStar will be eligible to take home the 2024 Member of the Year award at next spring’s Leader’s Banquet & Business Recognition Awards! Stay tuned to our website and social media for information on this exciting annual event coming in 2025.
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