Why Santa Trusts a Credit Union for His Holiday Funds

 

Fetch & Santa

 

(and Why He’s Stopping by PCU for Milk & Cookies!)

Every December, Santa Claus crisscrosses the country on a mission that requires precision, planning, and a surprisingly strong understanding of financial management. Before he shops for gifts in communities far and wide, he always makes sure his money is where it needs to be, safe at a credit union.

And this year, while he’s out handling his holiday banking, Santa is making two special stops right here at Pillar Credit Union to share milk, cookies, and a warm hello with our members.

Shared Branching: Santa’s Lifeline During His National Shopping Sprees

Santa is everywhere—Mt. Gilead one day, Marion the next, and halfway across the country before dawn. With such a schedule, he relies heavily on shared branching, which lets him access his credit union accounts from thousands of locations nationwide.

Shared branching gives Santa:

  • Dependable access to his funds while on the move.

  • The ability to transact (deposits, withdrawals, and transfers) anywhere his route takes him.

  • Security and convenience during the busiest shopping season of the year.

It’s a system built for travelers—and Santa may be the most dedicated traveler of all.

This means you can bank at more than 350 partner branches in Ohio (and over 5,500 across the U.S.) just like you're at Pillar. All you need is a valid government issued photo ID, your account number and our name “Pillar Credit Union”. Then you can put money in, take money out, or make a loan payment. Even better... you get all this convenience for FREE. We don’t charge any additional fees for this service.

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Teaching Tomorrow’s Savers: Why Youth Accounts Matter

Santa doesn’t just care about his own finances. He encourages families to help their children build lifelong financial habits early. That’s why he’s a big supporter of Youth Accounts at credit unions.

Youth Accounts help kids:

  • Save holiday money, cash from birthday gifts, allowance, and more.

  • Earn dividends without needing a large balance.

  • Build confidence and understanding around saving and planning.

  • Learn the value of delaying gratification and preparing for the future.

The holidays are a perfect time to begin teaching these lessons—when kids see both the excitement of giving and the importance of thoughtful saving.

Santa’s Stopping by Pillar Credit Union!

While Santa takes care of his banking, he’s inviting families to drop in for a relaxed, festive visit. This is a casual, mingle-style visit rather than a staged photo session. Families are welcome to take their own quick pictures while Santa prepares for his big night! For Pillar Credit Union Members Only.

Here’s where you can catch him:

📍 Mt. Gilead Branch

  • Date: Friday, December 12

  • Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

  • Location: 869 Meadows Dr., Mt. Gilead, OH 43338

📍 Marion Branch

  • Date: Friday, December 19

  • Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

  • Location: 300 Barks Rd. E., Marion, OH 43302

Come enjoy a treat, say hello, and share in a little holiday magic.

A Tradition Rooted in Community

Santa may travel the world, but he always circles back to what matters most:

  • Spending wisely

  • Saving regularly

  • Supporting local communities

  • Preparing young people for a strong future

Those are values that Pillar Credit Union also believes in. As Santa makes his holiday banking stops at PCU this season, he’s not just checking off a to-do list—he’s showing families how financial well-being starts early and grows with good habits, trusted institutions, and strong community ties.

We’re honored to be part of your holiday season…and proud to be Santa’s credit union of choice.

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