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You care about living with purpose—prioritizing your mental well-being, supporting businesses that align with your values, and making thoughtful choices in your day-to-day life.
So, it makes sense to consider how your financial choices reflect those same priorities. The way you spend, save, and bank can play an important role in supporting both your goals and your values. Using a debit card is a simple way to stay within your budget, spend intentionally, and manage debt.
Getting started with smart spending
When you open a checking account with a bank or credit union, you’ll likely be issued a debit card, so you can make secure purchases in-store or online using money from your checking account.
Unlike credit cards, which allow you to borrow money, debit cards simply deduct money from your bank account—in real time. This real-time transacting can make budgeting easier and more transparent.
Peace of mind, one tap at a time
Shopping is about more than just finding great products—it's also about supporting brands that reflect your values. If you prefer to buy from companies with a clear social stance and a moral message, you're not alone. Many people value businesses that stand for something meaningful and positive. And we couldn’t agree more.
That’s why we’ve been supporting socially responsible nonprofits and businesses for more than 100 years. It’s also why we created the Climate Impact Debit Mastercard®.
A card that makes every tap matter
This unique debit card is made from renewable resources such as corn, replacing up to 80% of the fossil-based plastics found in traditional debit cards, so your everyday spending can align with your environmental outlook. And its vertical design makes for easy tapping.
While environmental sustainability is important, so is convenience. The Climate Impact Debit Mastercard® works with mobile wallets like Apple Pay®, Google Pay® and Samsung Pay®. And our Mobile Banking App allows you to easily deposit checks, transfer funds, pay bills, and track transactions—anytime, anywhere.
Once approved for an Amalgamated Bank checking account, you can download the app and enroll in online banking through our website. And, when you actually need cash, you can choose from 40,000 surcharge-free ATMs nationwide.
A checking account that fits your life
We understand that everyone's financial needs are different. That’s why we offer different checking accounts that work seamlessly with the Climate Impact Debit Mastercard®.
If you’re looking for simplicity, Everyday Impact Checking™ has no monthly maintenance fee (and unlimited check writing) and requires a minimum opening deposit of just $25.
Or, if you want more perks, the Maximum Impact Checking™ account comes with benefits like earning interest on your balance. It requires a $100 minimum opening deposit and lets everyday purchases support organizations advancing social, racial, economic, and gender justice—if you opt in to use the Donate the Change Enhanced Debit Mastercard®.
Through the Donate the Change® program, Amalgamated Bank donates 10 cents to the WNBPA Social Impact Fund every time cardholders make qualifying debit card purchases of $10 or more.
Ready to Bank on Impact?
When it comes to your financial journey, opening a checking account isn’t just about getting a card. It’s about setting yourself up with tools that help you spend intentionally and build healthy financial habits from day one.
Where your money "sleeps" matters just as much as how you spend it. Choosing a financial institution that aligns with your values can be an important part of your overall financial well-being.
If you’re ready to make a move that supports both your budget and your values, learn more about what Amalgamated Bank stands for. Then, see if the Climate Impact Debit Mastercard® is the right fit for your wallet, and your way of life.
