Learn more about Beacon Federal Credit Union
At Beacon Federal Credit Union, we're proud to be a trusted financial partner for over 16,000 members. If you're looking to buy a new home or upgrade your vehicle, our home and auto loans in La Porte, Texas, offer competitive rates and flexible terms. With over $190 million in assets, our credit union ensures that every member has an equal share of ownership, and we prioritize your financial well-being. Besides our lending services, we offer checking and savings accounts, investment services, insurance services, and debt resources to support your overall financial success. Why not get in touch with us today to kickstart your financial journey?
Beacon FCU History
Throughout our history, we’ve made serving our members top priority.
We’ve been looking out for you since March 1949, when we chartered as DuPont La Porte Federal Credit Union. By 2005, we had officially become Beacon Federal Credit Union. But what has never changed is our commitment to courteous, efficient and sound financial services for our members.
Those standards apply now and into the future.
Once you become a Beacon FCU member, you remain a member for life. You’ll love our professional, friendly service that makes you feel like part of our extended family. And as a locally owned and operated credit union, professionals who know you, care about your financial well-being make all loan decisions.
Community involvement is important to our management and staff. Beacon FCU is involved in local school districts; the La Porte, Baytown and Hispanic Chambers of Commerce; the La Porte Livestock Show; the Baytown Youth Fair; the La Porte Police Officer’s Association; high school CU4 Reality Fairs, and many more community groups and events.
The world is always changing, and Beacon FCU is ready for the future with the latest technology and products. One thing that will never change is our high level of professional service and commitment to you.
Beacon FCU Board of Directors
Proud volunteers
Members of the Beacon FCU Board of Directors are volunteers focused on meeting member needs and guiding the credit union into the future. We hold elections annually to welcome new board members.
Debbie Barnes – serving since 2013
Walter “Buddy” Brewer – serving since 2006
Linda Gomez – serving since 2006
Eileen Hall - Chairman – serving since 1999
Scott Johnson – serving since 2022
Don Wilmore – serving since 2011
June Tyler - serving since 2023
Community Funding
Beacon Federal Credit Union remains true to the “people helping people” credit union philosophy.
That’s why we’re always eager to support worthwhile causes that help improve the lives of people in our community. This includes financial and resource donations, staff volunteering and scholarship/education programs.
Funding Requests
To make a request, submit a Beacon Federal Credit Union Donation/Sponsorship Request Form at the beginning of the year, at least 60 days in advance of the donation/sponsorship deadline. We will evaluate requests received in the final week of each month. A decision to deny a request does not imply that the program is not worthy. Rather, it indicates the request does not fall within our giving guidelines or funding priorities, or that funds are simply unavailable.
Please note that we will only consider requests that meet Beacon Federal Credit Union’s funding guideline criteria. All proposals are subject to fund availability.
Scholarships
Supporting our youth
Beacon Federal Credit Union supports our youth’s educational aspirations. We don’t want the rising costs of higher tuition to prevent them from fulfilling their dreams.
If you’re a Beacon FCU member* and meet the following criteria, you can apply for one of our annual student scholarships:
- Graduating high school senior in the 2024-25 school year
- Have an existing Share Savings account ($5 minimum balance)
Plan to attend an accredited two or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school in the State of Texas
Download 2024-25 Scholarship Application
*You can establish membership with a $5 Share Savings account. Other restrictions apply.
Youth Spending Accounts
- No monthly fees
- Your own ATM/Debit Card
- Online and mobile banking
- Scholarship opportunities
- Ages 10-18
Scholarships
You’ve got class. We’ve got cash! Apply today: One of three $2,000 scholarships or One of three $1,000 scholarships!