Feb 06, 2021

Join Us for the Souper Bowl of Caring

America First is proud to be a partner of KUTV’s Souper Bowl of Caring. The Souper Bowl of Caring is a national organization that partners with local hunger relief charities to fight against childhood hunger. The local chapter of this organization works with as many community food pantries as possible throughout the state of Utah. 100% of the monetary and food donations are passed along directly to these community charities. As part of our partnership, we help collect monetary donations both online, over the phone and at our branches until Saturday, February 27. There are multiple ways to make your…

Feb 05, 2021

Don’t Get Fooled by Romance Scams

Falling in love can make you feel as though you're walking on air, but if a budding relationship is exclusively online, it's important to keep your feet on the ground. Here are some tips to avoid becoming a romance scam victim. You may be charming and attractive, but scammers will try grooming you by flattering your ego. Be suspicious if things progress too quickly without meeting each other in person. Watch out if your new friend starts making financial requests. He or she may play with your heartstrings and say there are medical expenses to pay or ask you for…

Feb 05, 2021

Annual Meeting Update

The Nominations Committee has selected the following three candidates to fill the open positions at the upcoming 2021 Annual Meeting. David McConkie Cathy Person John Spease Nominations by petition must be received by 5pm, March 8, 2021 at the America First Credit Union Corporate Office, 1344 West 4675 South, Riverdale, UT, 84405. Petitions for Nomination must be signed by at least 500 members to be valid, along with a 150 word qualification statement by the nominee (Contact the Credit Union for information on how to submit a qualification statement). No nominations may be made at the Annual Meeting. If there are…

Feb 01, 2021

Guest Commentary: Resilience in Weathering the Economic Storms

By David Stacey, Senior Vice President - Treasury Services The recovering economy was abruptly upended last February when fears of an obscure virus infecting a remote part of China blossomed into today's global COVID-19 pandemic. Contamination spread like a shock wave, halting the longest expansionary economic period on record. The Federal Reserve, U.S. Congress, and White House quickly united in a national nurturing effort, slashing rates, sending checks to most Americans, delivering benefits to those who were furloughed, and providing liquidity to businesses. Nearly 21 million individuals lost their jobs between March and April, shaking consumer confidence and prompting families…

Jan 12, 2021

America First Credit Union Announces New EVP Chief Lending Officer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE America First Credit Union Announces New EVP Chief Lending Officer Brett Christensen (left) takes over the role of EVP Chief Lending Officer as Randy Halley (right) retires after 43 years of service at America First Credit Union. Riverdale, UT – January 12, 2021 – America First Credit Union welcomes Brett Christensen to its leadership team as EVP Chief Lending Officer for the leading nonprofit financial institution. He will oversee indirect lending, mortgages, consumer lending, business lending, home equity and sales. Christensen is taking over this role from previous EVP Chief Retail and Lending Officer, Randy Halley, who…

Jan 05, 2021

CEO Announces Retirement After 46 Years with America First Credit Union

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CEO Announces Retirement After 46 Years with America First Credit Union Riverdale, Utah – Jan. 5, 2021 – John B. Lund, president and CEO of America First Credit Union in Riverdale, Utah, has announced plans to retire in the spring of 2021, more than 46 years after first joining the institution. Thayne Shaffer, the credit union’s chief information officer (CIO), has been selected as Lund’s successor. Since Lund became president and CEO in 2012, America First Credit Union has expanded its branch network from 104 to 128, increased assets from $5.5 billion to $14.2 billion, and…

Dec 16, 2020

High 5: Donating Dough With Kid Bread Bakery

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Few things in life feel quite as comforting as freshly-baked bread. Kid Bread Bakery is a home-based bakery in Salt Lake City that turns out delicious offerings – usually sold to boost Ellie, Henry and Penny White’s funds for camps or vacations. “Our parents told us if we wanted to go to summer camp, we would have to earn the money ourselves,” Ellie said. “At first we were like, ‘What? No way! We can’t do that!'” “We’re kids,” Penny said. “It was a lot more money than we thought we could raise by ourselves,” Ellie…

Dec 09, 2020

Crossing Guard, Educators Make Season Special

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – KSL TV has two High 5 shoutouts today, one for a crossing guard who brings some entertainment to the students heading to school, and one for an elementary principal and his neighbors who make the holiday better for others. In Provo, Amy Wilcox is bringing lots of smiles to her neighborhood in a tough year. She helps kids safely cross the street at 3450 North and Canyon Road – and she does it while fueling holiday cheer to everyone around. KSL TV viewer Rebecca Weaver said Wilcox dresses up for the holidays. She wore a…

Dec 02, 2020

The Spirit Of Giving In Sanpete County

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – It’s Wednesday, and that means KSL is once again highlighting the goodness and generosity right here in Utah. This morning, those positive vibes of volunteerism are coming from Sanpete County. Kay Jensen has one piece of advice for people feeling down and out that may be struggling during this pandemic. “There’s no way to feel better about yourself and about life and the world than to help somebody else,” said Kay Jensen, chairman of the Sanpete Humanitarian Council. She’s been helping the people of Sanpete County for decades as a nurse, volunteer, organizer and…

Dec 01, 2020

While Seeming to Have the Least, Some are Offering the Most

By John B. Lund, President & Chief Executive Officer We have all probably experienced seeing someone in need, but may have felt helpless, lacking the resources or ability to intervene. We also likely know others who find a way to lend comfort, no matter the circumstances. One such person is named Dale and, with his permission, I will share some of his story. Dale has faced many significant challenges and knows what it's like to be desperate, out of work, without transportation, lacking hope, and fearing what comes next. He battled substance abuse and addiction for over 20 years. A…