The Credit Union was founded in 1946 in Springfield, Illinois with 27 charter members. Today, Heartland Credit Union is a sou ... rce for more than just credit. We are a home town institution offering complete member services for every financial need. Heartland Credit Union provides service to more than 30,000 members at four convenient locations in Springfield, as well as on-line and phone access. How to become a member: Membership is available to anyone who resides or works in one of the following counties: •Cass County •Macoupin County •Christian County •Madison County •Dewitt County •Menard County •Logan County •Montgomery County •McLean County •Morgan County •Macon County •Sangamon County Or is employed by: •United States Government •Memorial Health System and controlled affiliates of Memorial Health System •SIU School of Medicine •Southern Illinois Airport Authority •Springfield Mass Transit District Or a member of: •Gospel Kingdom Church •Laborers' Local belonging to any District Council part of the Midwest Region •Laborers International Union of North America (LIUNA) Qualified persons interested in enjoying the benefits of HCU may call our phone center at 217-726-8877 or apply online read more