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Stanford Federal Credit Union Everyday Spending
Verified Oct 23, 2026 · checked Oct 26, 2026 · available in: CA
Bonus
$500- • Receive 3+ direct deposits totaling $2,500 within 90 days — A payroll or Social Security direct deposit of $2,500 or more in each of 3 consecutive calendar months (the window runs from the membership date through the end of the third full calendar month). Small in-app activation tasks (a card application, a $1,000 or more certificate or savings deposit, a welcome appointment, eStatements) add up to $125 more, for a maximum of $625; each offer must be activated in digital banking under the CashBack+ program. New members only. Membership is restricted: the Stanford University, Stanford Health and SLAC communities, companies on Stanford-owned land, Palo Alto Chamber members, employees and volunteers, select company employees, and Friends of Palo Alto Libraries or Museum of American Heritage members. $5 to open. Also offered on High Yield and Student Spending accounts.
- • Spend $1,000 within 90 days — Spend $1,000 or more per month in combined debit and credit card purchases in the same 3 consecutive months as the direct deposits.
Fine print that matters
• Not eligible while you hold an open account of this type.
• Plan on holding at least 150 days before closing.
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