A free checking account designed for school personnel, fire/rescue, police, military, veterans and medical professionals.
Community Hero Checking
Open a new Community Hero checking account and earn a direct deposit bonus
For select customers, we’re offering a $200 bonus when you open a new Community Hero checking account and set up direct deposit.
You can open your account online, in-person at any convenient City branch or speak with a local banker over the phone.
A special account designed exclusively for:
School Personnel
Fire/Rescue
Police
Military
Veterans
Medical Professionals
With Community Hero Checking, you’ll enjoy:
Community Hero Checking puts the power of mobile banking right in your hands
Securely access your account virtually anywhere with City’s free easy-to-use mobile app.
- Deposit checks
- Transfer money to other City accounts or external accounts
- Send or receive person-to-person payments with Zelle®
- Pay your bills
- Turn your card on or off for safety and security
- Get helpful alerts so you can monitor your balance, spending, and more
If this account isn’t for you learn more about our other account options
Award Winning Customer Service
Voted #1 in customer satisfaction in the North Central Region in the JD Power U.S. Retail Banking Satisfaction Studies in 2026, 2024, 2022, 2020, 2019 and 2018
Ready to get Started?
Just provide some basic info and a City banker will be in touch with you!
There’s a convenient City branch nearby
As a City customer, you’ll have access to more than 95 branches and ATMs.