August 19th, 2025028Redstone Federal Credit Union is proud to shine a light on five individuals who are making a meaningful difference in their communities and introduce them as its 2025 Community Champions. Now in its third year, the credit union’s Community Champions program celebrates everyday heroes in North Alabama and Middle Tennessee who inspire change and uplift those around them.
The 2025 Community Champions are:
• Matthew Dormus, a mental health advocate, created a safe space for his peers on their college campus.
• Janet Geist, who has played a pivotal role in training dogs and their owners for search-and-rescue missions.
• Christie...
August 15th, 20251627BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Throughout July, AmFirst and ABC 33/40 joined forces for the 2025 Feeding Families Across Alabama Food Drive, rallying the community to fight food insecurity across the region. Thanks to the remarkable generosity of members and partners, AmFirst’s combined collection of nonperishable food items and monetary donations will provide more than 87,000 meals through the Community Food Bank of Central Alabama.
Community Food Bank of Central Alabama serves over 60,000 children, seniors, and families annually across 12 counties. With one in five people in Central Alabama facing food insecurity, these donations will help...
August 15th, 2025190AUBURN, Ala. – Auburn University Credit Union (AUCU) today announced that President and Chief Executive Officer Henry Armstrong will retire effective January 31, 2026, after 36 years of exceptional leadership. The credit union's Board of Directors has selected Dave Bradford, currently Vice President of Recovery Solutions at All In Credit Union in Daleville, Alabama, as Armstrong's successor, effective July 21, 2025. Armstrong will work closely with Bradford during the overlap to ensure a smooth transition for the credit union.
Transformational Leadership Legacy
Under Armstrong's leadership, Auburn University Credit Union has achieved...
August 5th, 2025060CULLMAN, Ala. — For the third year in a row, AmFirst’s Cullman location has been voted “Best Credit Union” by The Cullman Times’ Best of the Best awards for 2025. This recognition, determined by community votes, highlights the commitment and exceptional service the Cullman team provides its members and neighbors.
“Serving our Cullman community is at the heart of everything we do here at AmFirst,” said Daniel Boggan, Cullman location manager. “It is a great honor to have our friends and neighbors recognize our dedication to outstanding service three years in a row. As we work through building our new location, we look...
August 1st, 2025023SMYRNA, Tenn.— One young student beamed with joy as she swapped out her plain water bottle for the colorful, name-brand version she really wanted while shopping with her mom. It was a small upgrade that made a big difference, thanks to Redstone Federal Credit Union’s Acts of Brightness campaign, which surprised local teachers and students with free school supplies.
Employees of Redstone visited Smyrna’s local Walmart and Target to purchase school supplies during Tennessee’s tax-free weekend. Backpacks, pencils, notebooks, and other essentials were among the items purchased. Excited kids chose the items that suited them best....
July 24th, 2025061BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — AmFirst hosted a week of festivities from July 14 through July 18, 2025, to show appreciation for its membership. More than 1,500 members participated in Member Appreciation Week events across all 21 branch locations.
Each day, celebrations began at 11 a.m., and members were welcomed with Frios Popsicles, snacks, unique AmFirst Membership Appreciation Mugs, giveaways, and more, all while supplies lasted. Throughout the week, each branch awarded a Stanley Cooler, an AmFirst Tumbler, and a $100 gift card to lucky members.
“Membership Appreciation Week allows AmFirst to celebrate the heart of the Credit Union,”...
July 3rd, 2025026BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — AmFirst is proud to announce the appointment of Robin Moore as Senior Vice President of Retail Operations and Process Management, effective July 1, 2025. This promotion reflects her enduring commitment to excellence and her vital role in leading the credit union forward.
Moore brings an impressive 40 years of service to this expanded role, having grown with AmFirst from her beginnings as a part-time student to her most recent position as Vice President of Process Management.
“The Credit Union’s motto, ‘People Helping People,’ resonates with me,” said Moore. “This doesn’t just relate to direct member...
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HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Redstone Federal Credit Union has awarded $230,000 in grants to three high-impact nonprofit organizations as part of its inaugural Community Impact Grant program. The initiative supports organizations driving measurable changes and addressing critical needs in the communities Redstone serves.
The selected non-profits are:
Creative Cities Fund – Raise Your Hand Initiative
Aum Foundation, USA, Inc. – Aum Campus Housing Initiative
Hustle Recovery, Inc. – Expanding Recovery and Workforce Development Initiatives in Middle Tennessee
The three organizations serve communities across Alabama and...
June 27th, 2025034BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — AmFirst proudly reaffirms its commitment to childhood literacy in Central Alabama by continuing its official partnership with Better Basics for the second consecutive year. Through collective community action and employee engagement, AmFirst collected over 700 children’s books across its 21 branch locations and supported hands-on reading initiatives in local schools.
Throughout March 2025, AmFirst members, employees and communities came together to donate new books, which will go directly to students most in need. These donations will support Better Basics’ vital mission to eradicate illiteracy among children in...
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