July 17th, 202605BIRMINGHAM, AL— AmFirst is proud to celebrate its 90th anniversary, marking more than nine decades of improving the quality of members’ lives by maintaining a strong, secure, and innovative credit union that builds trust and shows respect.
What began as a small, member-owned cooperative has grown into one of Alabama’s largest credit unions. Today, AmFirst is not just a place to keep money; it’s a trusted financial partner and a foundation for generations of member relationships.
To commemorate its 90th anniversary, AmFirst has celebrated its members all year long. Most recently, AmFirst held a two-week celebration across all...
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Enterprise, Ala. – Today, All In Credit Union and Enterprise High School teamed up to host Game Plan for Success, a high-energy event designed to inspire students to take charge of their futures through financial education, goal setting and personal growth. The event also served as the official relaunch of All In Credit Union’s enhanced Youth Accounts, created to help young people develop smart financial habits from an early age.
As part of the relaunch, All In Credit Union is introducing a refreshed youth banking experience that encourages students to start saving early, set financial goals and learn the fundamentals of money...
July 1st, 2026015Tuscaloosa, Ala. — Alabama ONE Credit Union today issued the following statement regarding the recent closure of the BFGoodrich plant in Tuscaloosa and the significant impact this decision will have on employees, families, and communities across West Alabama.
Alabama ONE Credit Union is deeply saddened by last week’s announcement regarding the upcoming closure of the BFGoodrich tire plant in Tuscaloosa—an event that represents not only an economic loss for our region, but a deeply personal moment for our organization and many of the members we serve.
Our roots are closely tied to this legacy. Alabama ONE was originally...
June 25th, 2026021TUSCALOOSA, AL – The Alabama ONE Aspire Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 scholarship program. This initiative, designed to empower and invest in the higher education of deserving students within the Alabama ONE family, continues to demonstrate the credit union’s commitment to fostering growth and supporting our community’s future leaders.
The scholarship program offers a variety of opportunities tailored to meet diverse educational needs. From community college support to scholarships for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), the program reflects Alabama ONE’s dedication to inclusive...
June 16th, 2026029
Gardendale, Ala. – During the first week of June, Southern Energy Credit Union broke ground on its new Gardendale branch, located off Mt. Olive Road, marking a significant investment in the organization’s continued growth and a commitment to serving members throughout northern Jefferson County.
Credit Union executives, City of Gardendale officials, Sykes Weaver General Contractors, and members of the Southern Energy Board gathered to celebrate the expansion during a groundbreaking ceremony held Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
Stan Hogeland, Mayor of the City of Gardendale, attended the event and said, “I’m grateful for Southern...
June 1st, 2026047Gadsden, AL – Alabama ONE Credit Union is proud to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its new Southside Branch on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Community members, members, and neighbors are invited to join the celebration located at 2020 AL-77, Gadsden, AL 35907.
The celebration will include door prize giveaways and opportunities for guests to connect with Alabama ONE’s leadership and the Southside Branch team. As Alabama ONE continues celebrating 75 years of service throughout the year, the opening of the Southside Branch reflects the credit unions' continued commitment to serving communities across Alabama. Guests are...
May 27th, 2026025BIRMINGHAM, AL— AmFirst, in collaboration with the Children’s of Alabama INDY Grand Prix, has named Rebecca Smith of Shades Cahaba Elementary School as the 2026 Educator Champion of the Year. Smith received a $5,000 grant to invest in technology and classroom materials that will benefit students across Homewood City Schools for years to come.
The Educator Champion of the Year award recognizes outstanding teachers who go above and beyond for their students. The initiative celebrates the critical role educators play in the Birmingham area and equips them with resources to further enhance their classrooms. To be eligible, nominees had to...
May 22nd, 2026023Mobile, AL - New Horizons Credit Union offers graduating high school senior members a scholarship opportunity through their New Wave Youth Savings Account program. New Horizons Credit Union proudly awarded five deserving high school seniors with a $1,000 scholarship as part of the 2026 New Horizons Credit Union Scholarship Program which is based on the student’s academic achievement, community involvement, and essay responses.
New Horizons Credit Union’s Scholarship Program has been going strong for over 24 years awarding over $95,000 in scholarship dollars. To qualify for consideration, a student must be a graduating high school...
May 15th, 2026031TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — May 14, 2026 — Alabama ONE Credit Union is proud to celebrate 75 years of service, growth, and unwavering commitment to the communities it serves. Throughout 2026, Alabama ONE will host special 75th Anniversary Branch Celebrations at each of its 31 locations across the state, honoring the members who have made the credit union’s success possible.
Founded in 1951 with just seven charter members, $35, and a cigar box, Alabama ONE has grown into a thriving statewide cooperative rooted in trust, service, and connection. This milestone anniversary reflects decades of dedication to helping individuals, families, and...
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