Direct Impact Checking
Bank with purpose.Make an impact.
Every time you use your Direct Impact debit card, Direct Federal donates to Raising a Reader — at no cost to you.
Turn everyday spending into real impact.
About our community partner
Raising a Reader
Promotes early childhood literacy by providing families with books and tools to build lifelong reading habits.
Getting started
How it works
Step 1: Open your account
Open a Direct Impact Checking account and select Raising a Reader.
Step 2: Use your account
Use your debit card, set up direct deposit, and manage your finances.
Step 3: Make an impact
Direct Federal donates to Raising a Reader on every debit transaction — at no cost to you.
Account benefits
Everything you need in a checking account
Now available
Ready to make an impact?
Open a Direct Impact Checking account today and start turning everyday purchases into community support.