Serving the Assemblies of God Since 1951
Nathan Reighard
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January 8, 2026
Serving the Assemblies of God Since 1951
Celebrating 75 years of faith, service, and Banking with a Purpose.
Since 1951, AGCU has been committed to serving the Assemblies of God community with faith-based financial solutions rooted in integrity, stewardship, and relationships.
What began as a small credit union serving employees of the General Council offices in Springfield, Missouri has grown into a nationwide financial institution serving members in all 50 states and missionaries in more than 190 countries. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Through every season of growth, one thing has remained the same: AGCU exists to help people manage their finances in a way that reflects their faith and supports ministries, churches, families, and communities.
Founding members of AGCU in 1951.
A Humble Beginning
AGCU was founded in 1951 after representatives from the Missouri Credit Union League met with leaders from the Assemblies of God to introduce the idea of a member-owned financial institution. Shortly after, employees from Gospel Publishing House and Central Bible Institute became some of the first members.
In those early years, the credit union operated from a single room with a simple mission: help members steward their resources wisely while providing affordable financial services built on trust and community.
As the Assemblies of God fellowship expanded, AGCU grew alongside it—serving ministers, missionaries, churches, educators, and families connected to the Assemblies of God network across the country.

Banking With a Purpose
At AGCU, banking has always been about more than transactions.
As a member-owned credit union, AGCU exists to serve people—not shareholders. Earnings are reinvested into better services, competitive products, and support for ministries and humanitarian efforts that align with the credit union’s mission and values.
In fact, AGCU donates 10% of annual earnings to support churches, scholarships, humanitarian projects, and ministry initiatives around the world. Over the past 15 years alone, AGCU has contributed more than $2.5 million toward Kingdom-focused impact.
What “Banking with a Purpose” Means
- Serving ministries, churches, and families with integrity
- Supporting missions and humanitarian outreach
- Investing back into members and communities
- Providing faith-based financial guidance and solutions
- Helping members align faith, family, and finances
Growing to Serve a Global Community
Today, AGCU offers a full range of personal, ministry, and business banking services designed to meet the changing needs of members across the nation.
Members have access to:Digital Banking
Secure online and mobile banking tools that make it easy to manage finances anywhere.
Personal Service
Real people providing personalized care rooted in faith and relationships.
Business Services
Financial solutions designed to help businesses manage operations, growth, and everyday banking needs with confidence.
Ministry Services
Specialized banking tools and support created to serve churches, ministries, missionaries, and nonprofit organizations.
Missionary Support
Banking solutions built for missionaries and ministry families serving around the world.
Nationwide Access
More than 5,000 shared branch locations and 30,000 surcharge-free ATMs nationwide.

Celebrating 75 Years
In 2026, AGCU proudly celebrates 75 years of serving the Assemblies of God community.
While financial services and technology have changed dramatically since 1951, AGCU’s foundation remains rooted in the same principles that inspired its beginning:
- Faith
- Integrity
- Service
- Stewardship
- Community
What started as a small credit union has grown into a nationwide ministry-minded financial institution—but the mission has never changed.
AGCU continues to move forward with a commitment to helping members pursue financial wellness while supporting ministries and communities for generations to come.
Thank You for Being Part of the Story
Every member plays a role in helping AGCU continue its mission of Banking with a Purpose.
Together, we are building on a legacy that began in 1951—and continuing to serve the Assemblies of God community with faith, purpose, and integrity.Learn more about AGCU and discover how your membership can make an impact.