About the American Consumer Council (ACC); New York Consumer Council (NYCC) & Los Angeles Consumer Council (LACC)
ABE Federal Credit Union is proud to be a sponsoring member of the American Consumer Council (ACC), the New York Consumer Council (NYCC), and the Los Angeles Consumer Council (LACC).
What is the American Consumer Council, New York Consumer Council & Los Angeles Consumer Council?
The American Consumer Council (ACC) is a national non-profit consumer education organization founded in 1987. The New York Consumer Council (NYCC) and Los Angeles Consumer Council (LACC) are state chapters of the ACC. Together, they serve as educational resources for consumers who want to do business with companies committed to providing safe and reliable products and services.
How do the ACC/NYCC/LACC help you?
The ACC, NYCC, and LACC focus on supporting consumers through their charter mandate to:
- Educate consumers about the value and reliability of quality products and services
- Promote the use of safe products and services that protect and enhance the environment
- Encourage corporate responsibility in the treatment of consumers
- Support a higher quality of life for all Americans through financial responsibility
How much does it cost to join the ACC/NYCC/LACC?
There is no cost to you. ABE Federal Credit Union provides you with a complimentary lifetime membership in the ACC, NYCC, or LACC as part of your credit union membership benefits!
What is the connection between the ACC/NYCC/LACC and ABE Federal Credit Union?
Through a cooperative agreement, ABE Federal Credit Union members gain access to additional educational resources offered by the ACC, NYCC, and LACC to support financial planning and consumer awareness.
In addition, members of the ACC/NYCC/LACC living in the following regions are eligible to join ABE Federal Credit Union:
- New York
- New Jersey
- Pennsylvania
- Connecticut
- Massachusetts
- Vermont
- Rhode Island
- Los Angeles and Ventura Counties
Do I have to renew my membership in the Council to keep my credit union accounts?
No. Once you are a member, you remain a lifetime member of the ACC/NYCC/LACC. ABE Federal Credit Union also upholds the principle of “once a member, always a member.”
How do I join the ACC/NYCC/LACC and ABE Federal Credit Union?
If you are a current or prospective member of ABE Federal Credit Union in the eligible states listed above, you can join the ACC/NYCC/LACC at no cost. Simply visit www.americanconsumercouncil.org and enter the promo code ABEFCU at checkout on the Join Now page.
The ACC/NYCC/LACC will only receive your name, address, phone number, and email address. Your information is treated with the highest level of confidentiality and is never sold, leased, or shared.
To become a member of ABE Federal Credit Union, click the Join tab on our website.
For additional details about the American Consumer Council, visit www.americanconsumercouncil.org or call 1-800-544-0414.
Does joining the ACC mean my personal information is shared?
No. Only your name, address, phone number, and email are provided to ACC. Your information is handled confidentially and is never sold or shared.
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