You can be part of building a more inclusive banking system. Join the leading association of minority owned and operated banks.

Member Benefits

Partnership opportunities with corporations, fintech companies, government agencies, and more

​

Expert guidance on regulatory matters and industry change

​

Discounts on compliance and audits

​

Research and impact assessments

Capital, corporate business, and deposit opportunities

​

Member-only learning opportunities

​

Networking opportunities with colleagues, industry leaders, policymakers, and regulators

​

Capital aggregation

Membership Levels

Associate Member

This is a membership for an individual engaged in the banking business, non-bank subsidiaries of bank holding companies or other related businesses with a desire to support the mission and goals of the NBA.

Institutional Member

To be eligible for the institutional membership, a bank must be 51% minority-owned or have a majority-minority board and serve a predominantly minority community. The ethnic composition of eligible membership includes multiracial, and women owned banks. Majority banks can join as strategic partners. 

Strategic Partners

A strategic partner is any non-MDI interested in supporting the mission of the National Bankers Association. Partners will have access to host a variety of programs and events that provide outstanding visibility and opportunities to interact with Minority Depository Institutions (MDIs) leadership, regulators,  and other stakeholders.