News and Resources
Stay up to date on credit union news, check out our financial education resources, and see what our staff is up to in the communities that we serve.
A Note from our CEO, Carrie Iafrate
An excerpt of the Members First 2024 Winter Newsletter includes a note from President & CEO, Carrie Iafrate, which shares a recap of 2023, and the strategic initiatives to come in 2024.
Members First Celebrates ‘Week Of Joy’ With Random Acts of Kindness
Members First staff individually hands out $50 Visa gift cards to spread joy to community members totaling $13,000.
Members First Refreshes Brand; Shares Stories of Joy
By refreshing its brand, M1 aims to reflect its purpose-driven and resourceful culture that empowers individuals and communities to achieve financial goals and wellbeing.
Walking With a Purpose
CU Trust will be joining Members First in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Midland on October 14th. Read a few thoughts from Cathie Rourke, one of the CU Trust participants in this year’s walk.
Members First "Double the Donation" Campaign Raises $40,000 for New Dawn Shelter
Members First Credit Union's "Double the Donation" Campaign Exceeds Goal, Raising $40,000 to Support New Dawn Shelter! This accomplishment highlights the remarkable generosity and unity that characterizes our Gladwin community and its neighboring regions.
Members First Awarded Community Enrichment Grant to Foster Financial Education
Members First has been selected as a recipient of the Community Enrichment Grant from the Michigan Credit Union Foundation (MCUF). This $4,000 grant will allow the credit union to further enhance its commitment to financial education and community enrichment.
Members First Named Among Best Credit Unions to Work For 2023
Members First has been recognized among the Best Credit Unions to Work For 2023 by American Banker. This prestigious award recognizes the credit union’s unwavering commitment to leadership, communication, career development and a genuine culture.
Members First Raises $12,000 for 2024 Scholarship Program!
Members First raised $12,000 at the 25th Annual Swinging for Scholarships Golf Outing on July 25, 2023. Proceeds from the golf outing will fund scholarships for students attending college or trade school in 2024.
Members First to Match Up to $20,000 in Donations to New Dawn Shelter
Members First Credit Union has launched a "Double the Donation" campaign in support of New Dawn Shelter. This initiative aims to maximize the impact of community donations by matching them dollar-for-dollar, up to a total of $20,000.
A Note From our CEO, Carrie Iafrate
An excerpt of the Members First 2023 Summer Newsletter includes an inspiring note from President & CEO, Carrie Iafrate, sharing our mission-driven approach and the positive impact credit unions have on members' financial wellbeing.