You’ve likely heard the news that Canal Park is set to become 7 17 Credit Union Park at the beginning of the 2026 season. As the Official Credit Union of the Akron RubberDucks, 7 17 was already working alongside the team to make a meaningful impact across the Greater Akron area.

More than community spirit, it’s an investment in our neighbors.

As announced earlier this year, 7 17 Credit Union has committed $50 million to the Akron area with an emphasis on supporting affordable housing in the local community. “Bringing people together is at the heart of what we do.” said RubberDucks President and General Manager Jim Pfander. “They’re more than a financial institution—they (7 17) lead with purpose and people. Their commitment to community perfectly reflects the values we live by at the RubberDucks.”

7 17 Credit Union’s tagline, Banking with purpose, building stronger communities™, is true to their not-for-profit status which sets them apart from a traditional bank. They have been investing in Ohio since 1957 by helping people and businesses gain access to important financial services with higher dividends on savings, lower rates on loans and low or no fees. The credit union is open to anyone who works, lives, worships or goes to school in Trumbull, Mahoning, Columbiana, Portage, Summit and central Stark counties.

New Credit Union branches for greater Akron mean more opportunity.

7 17 Credit Union is also an important employer with 12 branches across 5 counties and more on the way. In fact, 7 17 is preparing a $50 million investment in Greater Akron area over the next five years, which includes opening numerous full-service branches and micro-branches. The micro-branches make financial services more convenient to local neighborhoods by using ATMs equipped with live video allowing customers to chat with a banking representative. The first branches are expected to open within the next year in Stow and Streetsboro and the initial Akron branches to be named soon. In addition to bringing new jobs, the credit union offers a unique opportunity for local employers and employees. Through 7 17’s Workplace Partner Your Keys, No Fees Program, local employees and their families enjoy many benefits including significant mortgage savings through waived closing costs. Saving people thousands in fees on a mortgage is one more way they are making homeownership more accessible across the region.

RubberDucks Visa® Credit Card is a win-win for cardholders and the community.

Now, the power of 7 17’s partnership with the RubberDucks is something you can carry in your wallet.

In addition to displaying team spirit, the RubberDucks Visa® Credit Card gives cardholders valuable benefits including:

  • Low 7.17% APR introductory rate on all purchases and balance transfers for the first 90 days AND that rate remains for the life of the balances (click for more details) same link as above
  • No annual, cash advance, or balance transfer fees
  • Credit lines up to $50,000
  • Automated fraud and purchase alerts, and more.

Best of all, every purchase goes toward making a difference in the community. When cardholders swipe their card, they can feel good knowing 7.17 cents of every transaction supports an annual scholarship given away jointly by the RubberDucks and 7 17 Credit Union! At first, 7.17 cents may not sound like much but think of how much that can add up across thousands of transactions. Then, multiply that by thousands of cardholders and it’s clear how quickly it translated into significant amounts of money for local programs.

Visit 717cu.com for details and to apply for your RubberDucks Visa® card today. It’s easy to apply and fulfilling to give back to our community as you use it for everyday purchases.

This is a big win for RubberDucks Fans and the Akron community

Fans already enjoyed the partnership with 7 17 Credit Union this past season. The Credit Union had a community engagement trailer stationed outside the gates at select home games. And now that they have a special naming rights partnership, the RubberDucks can continue to offer $5 tickets and $2.50 hot dogs in the future. John Demmler, President and CEO of 7 17 Credit Union sums it up this way, “This partnership is about more than putting our name on a ballpark—it’s about building something meaningful together. We’re honored to work alongside the RubberDucks to support initiatives that matter in the community, while offering real financial benefits to the people who live here.”