Columbia Credit Union is offering two assistance opportunities for those impacted: a 0% APR Short-Term Government Shutdown Loan and a Loan Skip-Payment Program
VANCOUVER – Columbia Credit Union is offering assistance for those whose pay has been impacted by the current government shutdown. In times of financial or political uncertainty, credit unions remain stable and operational through their member-owned, not-for-profit model. Columbia Credit Union’s services and support systems continue uninterrupted during the current shutdown — and their priority on community-based financial wellness means they’re stepping up to help.
Columbia Credit Union is offering two assistance opportunities for those impacted: a 0% APR Short-Term Government Shutdown Loan and a Loan Skip-Payment Program. Both are designed to help members (or new members) whose pay has been impacted by the government shutdown.
Those interested can call, come by a local branch, or visit ColumbiaCU.org/Government-Shutdown-Assistance to get started.
About Columbia Credit Union
Established in 1952, and serving over 121,000 members with local consumer, business, mortgage, investment and insurance services — Columbia Credit Union has over $2.3 billion in assets. Voted Best in Business for 12 years by The Vancouver Business Journal readers. Received the Workplace Excellence award from Peter Barron Stark Companies for well over a decade including 2023. The Portland Business Journal has recognized Columbia Credit Union for Corporate Philanthropy from 2017-2025. Columbia Credit Union earned the Bauer Financial “5 Star” and Weiss’ “Recommended” ratings. Columbia Credit Union upholds sustainable business practices, with LEED certified locations, Clark County Green Business and City of Portland Sustainability at Work Silver Certificate designations. People and businesses are eligible for membership when they or their families live or work in Washington State or the Oregon community of Clackamas, Marion, Multnomah and Washington counties. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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