How Signal FCU Enables Safe, Member‑Focused Cannabis Banking in the D.C. Metro Area

The Challenge

Despite cannabis being state‑legal in D.C., many cannabis-related businesses (CRBs) struggled to gain access to reliable banking. Signal sought to responsibly serve them—but doing so required building robust compliance infrastructure and overcoming institutional hesitation to engage the industry.

The Green Check Solution

Signal FCU built a tailored program powered by Green Check’s platform tools and compliance expertise:

• Automated onboarding & document intake, reducing manual workload and speeding approvals 
• Ongoing compliance monitoring, enabling real-time oversight and risk alerts 
• Integrated member messaging, ensuring clear communication and trust-building 
• Expert compliance guidance and program design support from Green Check consultants 

“Partnering with Green Check gave us the tools and confidence to serve this market responsibly while keeping compliance front and center.”

The Results

• Cannabis operators in the D.C. area now access full-service banking—including checking, savings, debit, online/mobile, wires—supported by compliance automation. 
• Signal’s team reports significantly reduced overhead and faster new account turn times. 
• Members value the relational approach, credit union pricing model (not-for-profit), and program transparency. 
• The structured compliance framework has enhanced trust with regulators and internal stakeholders. 

What’s Next?

• Expanding cannabis-related member support through additional financial products 
• Exploring network services (e.g. payment processing, HR, payroll) tailored for cannabis businesses 
• Leveraging data insights to refine and scale program offerings 

Call to Action

Ready to offer compliant cannabis banking in your region?
Reach out to learn how Green Check can help your institution build a secure, growth-oriented cannabis program.