Expedition Credit Union was established in 1957 to benefit Minnesota Education Association members. Originally named MEA Credit Union, we assisted with the specific financial needs of the education community. Throughout the years — from strikes and natural disasters, to times of prosperity — the credit union was there. In the summer of 1998, the State's two teachers unions: the Minnesota Education Association and the Minnesota Federation of Teachers merged into one — Education Minnesota. Taking their lead, we petitioned the State Banking Department for a new charter, whereupon our field of membership changed to include all staff and members of the new organization. Without an "MEA" to serve, the name MEA Credit Union became obsolete. On January 1, 1999, we changed our name to United Educators Credit Union. As the credit union strengthened its relationship with Minnesota's educators, it looked for ways to spread the value of belonging and the importance of financial education to make wise decisions to more citizens. In May 2019, United Educators Credit Union was approved to serve those who live, work, worship, go to school, or do business in Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey or Washington Counties. The expanded service area will allow more people to join our credit union community and experience the many valuable benefits of belonging to our cooperative. Today, with over $190 million in assets and nearly 17,000 members, UECU offers a full line of financial services, and currently operates branch locations in Apple Valley & Coon Rapids. Although the credit union has undergone many changes over the years, the strength, dedication and commitment we bring to the education community remains as it has been since 1957. We are proud to be the only credit union sponsored by Education Minnesota ESI and value the opportunity to serve educators and school personnel statewide.