My Community Bank

The members of My Community Bank share many mutual interests.

Some of these interests include building strong communities as they want a bank that is part of, and invested in their community. And all members want the best rates for their savings and fair rates on personal loans.

Brent Shrine Credit Union is how My Community Bank was born, first established in 1979 to serve people living or working in the London Borough of Brent.

Serving the UK

Since then, My Community Bank has grown and our common bond has been extended several times to include members and supporters of various organisations and associations across the UK. We are proud to announce that supporters of the financial education charity: Financial Education and Awareness, are now able to register as members.

My Community Bank network

Jointly our three credit unions covers our network in England, Scotland and Wales.

Who can join?

My Community Bank membership is open to all and to be eligible, all you have to do is join any one of the many organisations associated with our credit union. Additionally, people living or working in the London Borough of Brent are also eligible.

Our goal

Our number one goal is to fight financial exploitation and provide members with a fair, affordable banking and financing solution.

What we offer our members are fair credit reference loans. If you have struggled to get a loan from traditional lenders or high street banks, but still have a fair credit profile, we would like to help you.

What is a credit union?

Created with the intent to cooperatively provide affordable access to quick loans and other financial services to people sharing common bonds, credit unions are an alternative lender with a member-centred approach.

Benefits of My Community Bank

• Members benefit from higher returns on savings.
• Lower rates on loans and no hidden fees.
• Variety of loan types available to meet your personal needs.

What can you expect from us?

• Lower loan rates
  Although we offer the same financial products as banks, our products and services are much cheaper.
• Lower fees
  As we do not charge any arrangement or early repayment fees, you save money and you only pay back what you borrow.
• Customer focused banking
  Our membership structure gives all members an equal vote in any decisions made by the credit union.
• Better service
  We only lend what you can afford to pay back and we aim to help our members become debt free.