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For more information, to get involved or for help opening an account, contact us at (312) 814-3769.

Bank on Illinois is a collaborative, voluntary initiative of the State Treasurer’s Office, local elected officials, financial institutions, community groups, and others.

Too many Illinoisans conduct their financial lives outside the financial mainstream:

  • Almost 369,000 Illinois residents lack both a checking and savings account
  • Less than 13 percent of low-income neighborhoods have access to a bank or credit union
  • The average unbanked worker in Illinois will throw away $574 a year to cash payroll checks

By opening a bank account, you can take an important step toward financial security. With a free or low-cost account, you can start to save for the future and establish a credit history that will help you enter the financial mainstream and achieve your dreams.

Finding a bank or credit union is the first step. The staffs of participating banks and credit unions are trained to answer questions and walk you through each step of the process. To set up a free or low-cost account, you need a valid ID. Many forms of ID are accepted, including passports, Illinois IDs, Mexican Matricula cards, and more.

 

 

 

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