Self-Help Federal Credit Union

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, as a delivery driver pulled up to the credit union's drive-thru, he noticed something odd—a faint humming sound coming from inside the building. It wasn't quite music or machinery; it was like an old-timey tune played on invisible strings. As he leaned closer to investigate, the hum grew louder and more distinct—like an old piano being played by someone with one finger. Suddenly, a friendly voice called out from inside: 'Can I help you? We're open!' Turned out, it was just an elderly member practicing his scales for the weekly jam session in the lobby.

2. Late one night, a delivery driver pulled up to the credit union’s drive-thru. As he waited for the teller, he noticed something odd—a soft humming sound coming from inside. Curious, he leaned closer and heard someone softly singing ‘Happy Birthday’ in Russian. Turns out, it was just an old teller celebrating her birthday with her colleagues inside. The delivery driver smiled, thinking maybe this wasn’t such a quiet place after all.

3. On an unusually quiet Sunday afternoon, a neighbor parked their car suspiciously close to the credit union's entrance. Everyone watched curiously as they approached the front door with a large cardboard box. The neighbor slowly opened the box and pulled out a giant inflatable kangaroo, much to everyone’s surprise. Turned out it was for the kids’ summer event inside—they just hadn’t told anyone yet. The whole neighborhood ended up having a fun day together.

4. A regular customer noticed something peculiar in the credit union’s parking lot one day. Next to his car, someone had left a mysterious cardboard box wrapped in brown paper. Curious, he opened it and found inside a note that read: ‘Your balance is now positive—we hope you enjoy your free month of good karma!’ Turned out, an anonymous neighbor decided to give everyone in the credit union a little boost during tough times.