Jan 28, 2026

America First Credit Union Annual Meeting – 2026

In accordance with America First bylaws, the Board of Directors Nominations Committee has identified three members who will stand for election by acclamation at the credit union’s Annual Meeting on April 21, 2026. After thorough interviews and qualification screenings, the Board candidates are: Linda Carver Gill Miller James Wendler These volunteers selflessly give of their time, talent, expertise, and experience to enhance our financial well-being, and we congratulate them on their nominations. We invite all of our members to watch the 2026 Annual Meeting live video stream by clicking the button that will be available on the day of the…

Aug 08, 2025

America First Credit Union Supports Service Members at 2025 Commanders Cup Tournament

Hill AFB represents Utah in national military soccer tournament hosted by Real Salt Lake More than 400 active-duty service members from across the globe gathered in Utah this past weekend for the fourth annual Commanders Cup. The event is a military-only soccer tournament hosted by Real Salt Lake and supported by America First Credit Union. Held July 18–20 across facilities in Herriman and Sandy, the tournament brought together 16 teams from bases stretching from Alaska to Georgia and even the Pacific Islands. Hill Air Force Base, located in Layton, Utah, represented Utah as the hometown team. …

Jul 25, 2025

America First Federal Credit Union and Meadows Bank Enter into a Purchase and Assumption Agreement

Strengthens Business Lending Capabilities and Adds Meadows Bank’s Premier Team of Local Business Advisors in Nevada & Arizona July 25, 2025 America First Federal Credit Union and Meadows Bank are pleased to announce that we have entered into an agreement under which America First will purchase substantially all of the assets of Meadows Bank and assume substantially all of its liabilities. The closing of the transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including receipt of regulatory and Meadows Bank shareholder approvals. Upon closing the transaction, Meadows Bank will operate under the name: Meadows Financial: a division of…

Apr 14, 2025

America First Credit Union Annual Meeting – 2025

In accordance with America First bylaws, the Board of Directors Nominations Committee has identified three members who will stand for election by acclamation at the credit union’s Annual Meeting on April 15, 2025. After thorough interviews and qualification screenings, the Board candidates are: Barney B. Chapman Ted Maxfield Kenlon Reeve These volunteers selflessly give of their time, talent, expertise, and experience to enhance our financial well-being, and we congratulate them on their nominations. We invite all of our members to watch the 2025 Annual Meeting live video stream by clicking the button that will be available on the day of…

Jul 09, 2024

America First Credit Union partners with Loquat Inc for small business account onboarding

Top 10 credit union will adopt a new small business banking platform to create a streamlined digital process for business members for digital account opening, virtual cards, payments and reporting Ogden, Utah – July 9, 2024 – America First Credit Union has selected Loquat Inc. to help enhance the onboarding experience for small business members. The partnership will equip small business owners with time-saving mobile solutions to make it easier, faster and more secure to run their business and have full control over their finances. “We’ve seen significant small business account growth across our membership — and these members want to…

May 31, 2024

Utah Tech University unveils America First Performing Arts Center

ST. GEORGE, Utah — In appreciation of America First Credit Union’s continued community support, Utah Tech University revealed Friday in a special ceremony that it’s performing arts venue will be named the America First Performing Arts Center after renovations and expansion are completed near the end of 2025. “Utah Tech University and the entire Southern Utah community are immensely grateful to America First Credit Union for their support,” said Brad Last, the university’s vice president of advancement. “Not only will the completed project draw world-class talent to Washington County, but it will also dramatically enhance the experience for residents and…

Jan 30, 2024

America First Credit Union Annual Meeting – 2024

In accordance with America First bylaws, the Board of Directors Nominations Committee has identified three members who will stand for election by acclamation at the credit union’s Annual Meeting on April 16, 2024 @ 3:00 PM (MDT). After thorough interviews and qualification screenings, the Board candidates are: David McConkie Cathy Person John Spease These volunteers selflessly give of their time, talent, expertise, and experience to enhance our financial well-being, and we congratulate them on their nominations. We invite all of our members to watch the 2024 Annual Meeting live video stream by clicking the button that will be available on…

Aug 11, 2022

America First Credit Union Now Accepting Utah and Arizona Mobile Drivers Licenses at All Branch Locations

Enabling Easier, Safer and More Secure Banking Transactions SALT LAKE CITY - (Aug. 10, 2022) – America First Credit Union (AFCU), GET Group North America and Utah Driver License Division (DLD) announced that AFCU will now accept Utah and Arizona mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs) as a valid form of identification at all 121 America First Credit Union branch locations effectively immediately for all banking transactions. As the fifth largest credit union in membership in the U.S., more than 930,000 AFCU members in Utah and Arizona will now be able to utilize mDLs to access their financial information. AFCU will be…

Oct 12, 2021

America First Credit Union Selected as Exclusive Corporate Partner of the Utah Jazz

America First to Offer an Exclusive Co-Branded Debit Card, Focus on Small Business Showcase, Junior Jazz Youth Program, and a Combined Community Initiative Program in its Sponsorship SALT LAKE CITY (October 11, 2021) – The Utah Jazz and America First Credit Union announced today an exclusive, multi-year partnership, naming America First as the Official Credit Union of the Utah Jazz. The largest credit union in Utah, America First has been selected by the Jazz as the only corporate partner in its consumer category. “The Jazz are thrilled to be aligned exclusively with America First Credit Union due to its…

May 17, 2021

America First Credit Union Announces Winners of $5,000 Teacher Grant Contest

RIVERDALE, Utah – May 14, 2021 – America First Credit Union announced winners of the $5,000 grant awarded to ten K–12 teachers elevating youth financial literacy in Utah and Nevada. The grants will help fund projects for teachers. To wrap up Teacher Appreciation Week, May 3–7, America First Credit Union dropped by West Point Jr. High to surprise Kristy Larsen with a congratulatory announcement. The following teachers, who are using the free FUNDamentals financial literacy program in their classrooms, have received $500 grants: Utah Jacquelynn Merritt Lowder, Belmont Elementary, Alpine School District Mindi Barnes, Boulton, Davis School District Megan Barton,…

Author: Doug Bailey