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Club & Organisation Accounts
Open a secure, easy-to-manage account for your sports club, residents’ association, parents’ association, community group, society, or other organisation based within the Croí Laighean Credit Union common bond.
Whether you’re managing fundraising, grants, membership fees or day-to-day expenses, our team is here to help you every step of the way.
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Who Can Open a Club or Organisation Account?
We welcome applications from a wide range of community organisations, including:
– Sports Clubs
– Residents’ Associations
– Parents’ Associations
– Scout & Youth Groups
– Community Groups
– Charities
– Voluntary Organisations
– Societies
– Other eligible organisations within our common bond
What Do You Need to Open a Club or Organisation Account
As Croí Laighean Credit Union is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland, we must comply with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) guidelines. As a result, we require certain documentation to verify the authenticity of your club or organisation.
Steps Required for Every Application
1. Complete the Application Form
Complete the Club & Organisation Account Application Form in full. Once your application has been received, every authorised signatory listed on the application will receive a secure link to download the ID-Pal App. Through the app, each signatory must upload:
(1) Valid Photo Identification
(2) Proof of Address
2. Online Access (Optional)
If your organisation would like online account access, complete the Online Access section within the application form.
3. Board resolution
Complete and submit the Croí Laighean Credit Union Board Resolution Template.
4. Minutes of the meeting
Provide a copy of the committee meeting minutes confirming that approval was given to open an account with Croí Laighean Credit Union.
5, Constitution, Code of Conduct or Club Rules
Where available, please provide a copy of your organisation’s:
– Constitution
– Code of Conduct
– Club Rules
6. Official Registration Letter
Please provide a letter from your governing body confirming your organisation is officially registered. The letter should include:
– Organisation or Club Name
– Registered Address
– Registration Number
7. Club Address
If your organisation owns or occupies its own premises, please include this address on the application.
If your club or organisation hires facilities or does not have its own premises, provide the primary correspondence address requested on the application form.
8. Proof of Club Premises
Where your organisation has an official premises, please provide one of the following showing the premises address:
– Recent Utility Bill (Electricity, Gas or Refuse Collection)
– Recent Bank Statement
9. Authorised Signatories
Your account must have a minimum of two authorised signatories. All signatories must:
(1) Be listed on the application
(2) Complete the ID-Pal verification process
(3) Digitally sign the completed application
10. Digital Signatures
Once your application has been submitted, all authorised signatories will receive an email via PandaDoc containing the completed application.
Each signatory must review and digitally sign the document before the account can be opened. The process is secure and can be completed on a computer, tablet or mobile phone, and you don’t need to subscribe or download an app.
11. Application Completion
To avoid delays, please submit all required documentation within 30 days of starting your application. Applications that remain incomplete after 30 days will expire and will need to be restarted.
Document Review
Before your account can be opened, all documentation will be reviewed. Applications may be delayed where documents are:
– Missing
– Incomplete
– Expired
– Unclear or unreadable
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Club and Organisation Account FAQs
Who can open a club or organisation account?
Sports clubs, residents’ associations, parents’ associations, scout and youth groups, societies, charities and other eligible community organisations within our common bond can apply.
How many signatories are required?
A minimum of two authorised signatories is required. Every signatory must be listed on the application and complete the required identity checks.
Can the account have online access?
Yes. Online access is optional and can be provided to one nominated representative.
What is a board resolution?
A board resolution is a signed record confirming that the committee met and formally agreed to open an account with Croí Laighean Credit Union.
Do we need to submit meeting minutes?
Yes. Please provide a copy of the meeting minutes recording the committee’s approval to open the account.
How do representatives submit their ID?
Listed representatives receive a secure ID-Pal link to submit valid photo ID and recent proof of address. Alternatively, scan the QR code below with your phone, download the app, and upload your proof of ID and proof od address
Examples of Governing Bodies
- Residents’ Associations – Local Authority / County Council
- Parents’ Associations – National Parents Council
- Scout Groups – Scouting Ireland
- Sports Clubs – Relevant National Governing Body (e.g. GAA, FAI, IRFU, Athletics Ireland, Swim Ireland, Basketball Ireland)
How long do we have to complete the application?
The application and supporting documents must be completed within 30 days. Incomplete applications may expire and need to be restarted.
What happens after the application is submitted?
Representatives complete their ID-Pal checks and authorised signatories receive the application through PandaDoc. Once all documents and signatures are received, our team reviews the application and contacts
the main representative.
Need Help With Your Application?
Club accounts can involve a few more documents than personal accounts. Contact our team and we will help you work out exactly what your organisation needs.
Contact Our Team or call us on freephone 1800 23 24 25
Great Value Loans
If you’re planning on developing your grounds or purchasing new land, or equipment, contact us to talk about our range of loans for clubs and organisations with rates from 6% (6.17% APR).
We also offer great value loan rates for your members and it’s free to join Croí Laighean Credit Union.
When your members join us, they will directly help your club or organisation because, over the last 8 years, we have donated over €845,000 to local clubs, schools, and organisations. As a not-for-profit, the more active members we have, the more we can donate locally.
- Club & organisation loans from 6% (6.17% APR)
- Great value loans for your members
- No set-up fees or hidden charges
- Interest calculated only on the outstanding balance of the loan
- Fair and transparent lending process
- Over €845,000 donated to local clubs, schools, and organisations