Most people can become members of credit unions so they just should learn more about their options. (personalmoneyservice.com)
If you are accepted, you must usually «purchase» one share (that is, deposit a nominal amount like $ 5) to become a voting member of the credit union. (lendedu.com)
Account holders are considered members of the credit union and deposits are seen as «buying shares» in the credit union. (debt.org)