Prize Savings Account
Save for a chance to win!
Now, enjoy a rate 10x higher than major banks* and earn one entry for every $5 of your average monthly balance in your Prize Savings account. Three winners will be drawn monthly, with prizes of $3,000, $2,000, and $1,000, all announced together on social media. Additionally, for every month, we'll donate $200 to a charity chosen by members on behalf of the winners.
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Congratulations to the 2024 Grand Prize WinnerMark M.
April 2025 Winners$1,000 Winner: Betty Dade
$2,000: Matthew Reid
$3,000: Sylvia Jasso
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Why Choose a Prize Savings Account
Win Cash Just for Saving
Only $25 to Open
Earn Interest at 10x Higher
No Maintenance Fees¹
Prize Savings Account Rate vs Other Leading Banks
*The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) for our Savings Account is 0.10%, which is 10x times higher than the APY offered by major banks such as Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo, who typically offer an APY of 0.01%. Current rates of major banks as of June 27, 2024.
How It Works
Earn one entry for every $5 of your average monthly balance in your Prize Savings account. Each month, three individual winners will be drawn, with one receiving $3,000, another $2,000, and the third $1,000, all announced together via our social media. Our $49,999.99 Grand Prize will now be awarded annually on February 1st. Additionally, we're now donating $200 monthly to a charity chosen by members on behalf of the winners. Stay connected through our social media for these updates on your savings journey.
When you become a member of Neighborhood Credit Union, you will be required to open our Prize Savings Account with a minimum $25 deposit that will be held for the life of your membership. Why? This will be your Membership Share in the credit union making you a co-owner where you can reap member benefits and be involved in credit union operations.
Account Details
- Opening deposit minimum: $25 membership share
- No maintenance fees with an additional account or loan product or with an average monthly balance of $5001
- Unlimited deposits
- 3 free withdrawals each month2
- Earn 0.10% APY interest with a $100 minimum balance3
Watch This Year's Prize Savings Account Winner!
A credit union member for 40 years, Mark McClain, was first introduced to credit unions in the 1980s when a mentor encouraged him to open an account. His membership was brought into Neighborhood Credit Union through a past merger, and he has continued his dedication to saving ever since.
When asked about his approach to finances, McClain offered a bit of humorous advice: "Save as much as you can and be cheap where you can —if you saw my car, you’d understand!" While he chooses to drive an older vehicle instead of splurging on something new, his savings strategy has certainly paid off. Now, with his winnings, he plans to put it towards a purchase of land in the country, turning a dream into reality.
Opening a Prize Savings Account is not only a fantastic way to encourage our members to save in the hope of getting rewarded, but it's also an excellent option for building emergency savings, combining the security of a savings account with the thrill of a prize draw. We're committed to providing our members with innovative financial solutions like this, making us your trusted partner in managing every day and emergency savings needs.
All of our Neighborhood Credit Union Accounts feature:
Set Up Direct Deposit
Neighborhood CU makes it easy to switch banks. Easily, quickly, and securely set up your direct deposit and automatic payments with a simple form.
Send Money with Zelle®
Zelle is a fast, safe and easy way to send and request money. Funds are sent directly to an account, and all you need is the recipient's email or U.S. cell number.
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| Account Type | Summary | Minimum Opening Deposit | APY* | Fees |
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| High Yield Savings |
24/7 access to funds, no maintenance fees, access to funds with 3 free withdrawals per month
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$100 | 2.75% on $10,000 or more | If minimum balance is not maintained. See Rates & Fees page for current fees. |
| Money Market |
Low minimum opening deposit, tiered interest rate, access to funds with 6 withdrawals per month
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$1,000 |
$1,000-$9,999.99: 0.10%
$10,000 & up: 0.10%
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If minimum balance is not maintained. See Rates & Fees page for current fees. |
| 60 Month Certificate of Deposit |
Low risk, interest rate compounded daily
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$2,500 | 3.25% | Interest penalty may apply for early withdrawal |
| Christmas Club |
Withdrawals not allowed until funds are transferred into Prize Savings in early November
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$100 | 0.10% | Early closure fee |
| Prize Savings |
Earn cash and prizes during weekly, monthly, and an annual grand prize drawing
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$25 | 0.10% | If minimum balance is not maintained and no other loan or deposit relationship exists. See Rates & Fees page for current fees. |
| Individual Retirement Savings |
Save for retirement with a Traditional IRA or Roth IRA
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$100 | 0.10% | None |
| Special Savings |
Use to separate your funds for special purposes. Login to Online Banking to open online
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$25 | 0.10% | None |
| Kid's Savings |
For kids ages 0 through 12
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$25 | 0.10% | None |
*APY = Annual Percentage Yield
Frequently Asked Questions
Every $5 in your Prize savings account monthly balance at the time of the drawing equals 1 entry. For example: if you have $10,000 in your Prize Savings account, then you would have 2,000 entries into the drawing.
You can read the Official Prize Entry Rules here.
This will be your Membership Share in the credit union establishing you as as co-owner where you can be involved in credit union operations. $25 will be held in this account as your ownership stake for the life of your membership.
Those who are ages 13 to 17 years old may establish membership at Neighborhood Credit Union through the Membership Savings account.
Limit one (1) Prize Savings account per membership. Must be 18 years of age or older. Please refer to the Official Prize Entry Rules.
1If no other loan or deposit product exists and the minimum balance is not maintained, a Minimum Relationship Fee applies. Please see the Rates and Fee Schedule for details.
2Any additional withdrawals per month will incur a fee. Please see the Rates and Fee Schedule for details.
3APY = Annual Percentage Yield. In order to earn stated annual percentage yield, a minimum balance is required. Please see the Truth-in-Savings Disclosures and the Rates and Fee Schedule for details.