Become a member
Are you ready to engage beyond investing? Become a member of one of Oikocredit’s support associations. These local communities are the heartbeat of the cooperative and bring Oikocredit’s mission to life through their activities.

Joining a support association
Our support associations in Europe
Support associations organise events, hold workshops and give talks to raise awareness on global inequalities. Support associations encourage individuals and the broader society to address these. Because real impact in our focus countries benefits from awareness and advocacy in Europe.
There are many ways to participate. For example:
- Attend events, workshops or fairs
- Network with like-minded people
- Volunteer your time
- Or simply stay informed
Learn how you can get involved
Discover a support association near you
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Support association Austria
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Comté Bourgogne
Centre Alpes Rhône
France Est
Ile de France et Ouest
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Baden-Württemberg
Bayern
Hessen-Pfalz
Niedersachsen-Bremen
Norddeutschland
Ostdeutschland
Westdeutschland
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Südtirol
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Andalucia
Catalunya
Euskadi
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Deutsche Schweiz
Suisse Romande
Don’t just take our word for it
See why people like you choose Oikocredit to make an impact.
Are you an organisation?
Cooperative membership
Your organisation can apply for direct membership in the cooperative. This membership is open to organisations such as churches, church-related entities, independent support associations, long-standing partners with a history of meeting loan obligations, and other organisations aligned with our mission*.
* Admission as a member is subject to a successful due diligence check and approval by Oikocredit’s Managing Board.
Here’s how cooperative membership benefits organisations:
Voting rights
Gain the ability to vote on key decisions within the cooperative, influencing its future direction.
Collaborative opportunities
Engage in deeper collaboration with Oikocredit on impactful projects and initiatives.


Explore membership opportunities
Fill out the contact form below to get started with your organisation’s membership in Oikocredit.