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Fall 2025 A Note From Our CEO, Carrie Iafrate
In her Fall 2025 CEO note, Carrie Iafrate highlights M1’s partnership with Filene Research Institute to advance member and employee well-being while creating thriving communities.
Members First Announces New Bay City Branch
Members First to open a new branch at 3697 E. Wilder Road in Bay City, Michigan.
Coffee on Us! - Up North Coffee
Join us at Up North Coffee in Harrison for a free cup of joy on Thursdy, October 16th, 2025.
MI Check Phase Out Update
Federal Payments are going digital - here's what you need to know.
Coffee on Us! - M1 Wackerly Midland Branch
Celebrate Midland Neighboring week with a free cup of joy.
2025 Joy in Teaching Grants
Members First offers Joy in Teaching Grants supporting Michigan Educators for second year in a row.
What Are the Best Tools for Teaching Kids About Money?
Money confidence starts early! This guide makes it fun and easy to teach saving, spending, and even investing - at every age.
Three-Peat: M1 Named Best Credit Union to Work For 2025
Members First was named among the best credit union to work for the third consecutive year in a row!
Coffee on Us! - M1 Gladwin Branch
Join us at our Gladwin Branch for a free cup of joy on Wednesday, August 27th, 2025.
What Should My Child Know About Budgeting Before College?
Think of this as your crash course on what to teach them — and how to prepare them to manage money responsibly from the moment they pick up their student ID.