CCBC Partners with Freedom FCU

CCBC Alumni & Student Offer

An Exclusive Offer for Alumni and Students of the Community College of Baltimore County

Begin Your Membership

Experience All That Freedom Has To Offer

It’s our privilege to provide CCBC Alumni the opportunity to join the Freedom family. We’re committed to providing exceptional member experiences that revolve around you.

Did you know? Freedom Federal Credit Union was awarded the CCBC Alumni Corporate Partner of the Year Award in 2023.

  • Hand Shake

    Personalized Service

    We exist to make your personal banking experience exceptional. At Freedom, we will never treat you like a number. Contact your Relationship Manager, Brian Peller, to discuss your needs.

  • Loans

    Affordable Financing

    We offer a wide array of financial products to get you where you want to go. Our low rates and flexible terms are designed to give you access to the affordable financing you need.

  • Annuities

    Savings & Rewards

    Through our low rate financing, higher rate savings accounts, rewards checking accounts, minimal fees, and annual rewards programs, we strive to keep more money in your hands.

$100 Exclusive Bonus Offer1

We’ve create a special bonus offer for you. When you join Freedom as a member of the CCBC Alumni Association or as a CCBC student you qualify to earn a bonus up to $100.

It’s easy! Just open a new Freedom checking account with a direct deposit of at least $50 per pay period.1

Plus These Exclusive Benefits

• Earn 3.00% APY** on your Empower Checking account4
• Save up to 2.00% APR* when you refinance your auto loan5
• 2 FREE Skip-A-Pays are available annually on eligible loans6
• Earn an average of $1500 in cash rewards with a HomeAdvantage™ mortgage7
• $25 match on new Youth Accounts8

Meet Brian.

Brian Peller is a proud CCBC alumnus (’91) and a dedicated leader within the CCBC community. He serves as Chairman of the CCBC Foundation Essex Campus Board, is a member of the CCBC Foundation Board of Directors, and contributes further by serving on the Alumni Association Board of Directors. Brian is the past recipient of the President’s Alumni Award and the Board of Trustees Chairperson Award.

  • Brian Peller

    Brian Peller

    Title: Business Development Director

    CCBC students and alumni have special benefits that only come with membership. If you have questions about the partnership, contact your relationship manager, Brian Peller at 410-612-2138 or bpeller@freedomfcu.org. Brian is happy to explain all the ways Freedom’s partnership with CCBC can benefit you!

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Freedom is top-notch!

I have been a member of Freedom Federal Credit Union for a couple of years. I can’t say enough nice things about Freedom. The staff is extremely helpful and polite. I have recommended Freedom to a number of my friends.

-Ellen K.

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Disclosures

*APR = Annual Percentage Rate. **APY = Annual Percentage Yield

1 Offer available to new or existing members who add checking and a direct deposit of at least $50 per pay period. Direct deposit must be received within 90 days of account opening. Bonus funds will be credited the first of the month following qualification and must stay in the account for 90 days. Offer expires 90 days after account opening if all qualifications are not met.

2 Qualifying applicants will earn 2.50% APY on balances up to $10,000 and 0.35% APY on balances of $10,000.01 and higher. No minimum balance requirements. No minimum to open account.

3 Subject to credit approval.

4 Eligible members will earn 3.00% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) on balances up to $10,000 and 0.25% APY on balances of $10,000.01 and higher if they opt-in to electronic statements, and complete a minimum of 15 qualifying Point-Of-Sale (POS) purchase transactions per month using their Freedom Federal Credit Union debit card. Balances that do not meet the account requirements for a given month will earn 0.05% APY. No minimum balance requirements. No minimum to open account. No monthly maintenance fees or penalties. Fees may reduce earnings on accounts. To qualify, debit card transactions must process, post, and clear within the calendar month. Debit card transactions may take one or more business days from the transaction date to post to an account from the date the transaction is made. Both PIN and signature POS transactions qualify. ATM transactions do not qualify. Product and rates subject to change.

5  Minimum APR of 3.74% includes a 0.25% discount with e-statements and automated payments from a Freedom FCU checking or savings account. Automated payment must cover monthly loan payment amount.  Without these qualifications, the minimum APR is 5.39%. Actual rates are based on individual creditworthiness and may be higher based on credit performance. Financing up to retail value of the auto is available. Certain restrictions apply. Used Auto – 48 months APR 5.89% at $ 23 per $1,000. Example loan amount $20,000 with an estimated monthly payment of $ 469. Refinancing available only on auto loans from another financial institution. Not available on loans originated through Freedom Federal Credit Union.

6 Eligible to skip your loan payment(s) twice per year for free. Not valid on mortgages, home equity lines/loans and credit card. All requests are subject to approval. Certain restrictions apply. 

7 Program rebates are awarded by CU Realty Services to buyers and sellers who select and use a real estate agent in the HomeAdvantage™ network of approved realtors.

8 Match of up to $25 on account opening deposit, paid at time of account opening, will be deposited into the savings account. Bonus must stay in the account for 90 days.

All offers available to Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Carroll County, and Harford County school employees in the public and private sector.

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