Author: Dave Stuart

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE America First Credit Union invites community to experience award-winning display at Ogden Christmas Village, Riverdale, UT  November 25, 2020 Each year, Christmas Village illuminates Ogden's downtown area with magnificent displays and holiday lights from the Saturday after Thanksgiving through January 1. This year, America First Credit Union invites you to experience its award winning display which is one of hundreds of tiny cottages decorated to create a winter wonderland at the Ogden Municipal Gardens. Earlier this year, America First was honored with a Multifaceted Marketing Award for the Ogden Christmas Village Cottage at the Credit Union National…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE America First Credit Union donates $19,000 to feed 78,072 Utah, Idaho, Arizona and Nevada families Riverdale, UT – Nov. 23, 2020 – With Thanksgiving around the corner and food banks still struggling to receive food donations to keep up with the growing need, America First Credit Union (AFCU) is donating more than 63,000 meals to the Utah Food Bank for families struggling to access to food during these challenging times brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. An additional 16,548 meals were donated to other agencies, including Three Square Food Bank serving families in Clark County, Nevada. From…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE America First Credit Union Continues Legacy of Supporting Veterans by Donating Items for Care Packages Credit Union Participates in “Hope for Our Heroes” Campaign Dropping Care Packages LAS VEGAS – Nov. 17, 2020 – Southern Nevada veterans were treated to a socially distanced caravan in which various community groups, including America First Credit Union (AFCU), dropped off much needed supplies. Veterans also witnessed a parade to thank them for their service during the “Hope for Our Heroes” campaign, which was organized by KTNV TV ABC 13. On Wednesday, Nov. 11, AFCU business development representative Frank Tavares participated…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Branded Visa Debit Card Available for Raider Nation Las Vegas – October 6, 2020 – Raider Nation now has a new way to show its love for the NFL's most unique team. America First Credit Union, the Raider's official credit union partner, is launching the first-ever exclusive Raiders debit card fans can use to show team support all year round. Combining its members-first exceptional service, Raiders fans can display their fandom on their debit card while also gaining access to features and benefits, including Card Guard® and ABC Deals®. The AFCU Las Vegas Raiders debit card is…

Vineyard, Utah – August 31, 2020 – To meet the high demand of members in the fastest growing city in the U.S., America First Credit Union is opening the doors on August 31 to its newest branch in Vineyard, Utah. To encourage psychical distancing and stay a safe essential resource for the community, the new branch will be equipped with plexiglass at all teller stations and other precautions to keep members and branch staff safe. The branch will also utilize two remote tellers at our drive-up, in addition to five in-person tellers. The remote tellers allow for person-to-person interaction that…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thirty-two Seniors Honored by America First Credit Union $16K in Scholarships Awarded to High School Student Athletes Riverdale, Utah – June 1, 2020 – America First Credit Union (AFCU) is recognizing 32 Utah high school senior student-athletes, awarding $16,000 in total scholarships. To date, the credit union has awarded over $76,500 in scholarships to deserving students. Each of the students who were awarded were nominated by their school for their involvement in a sport, their 3.5 or higher-grade point average, and outstanding citizenship and community involvement. This effort, in partnership with Utah TV stations KJZZ and KMYU’s Thursday…