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Members First Announces New Bay City Branch
Members First to open a new branch at 3697 E. Wilder Road in Bay City, Michigan.
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.
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!
$10,000 Raised for M1 Scholarships
Swinging for Scholarships Golf Outing raises $10,000 to support student success through scholarships.
Summer 2025 Note From Our CEO
In her Summer 2025 CEO Note, Carrie Iafrate celebrates the energy of the season and the joy of summer activities. She also highlights that at Members First Credit Union, every member has access to free financial coaching through our certified financial mentors.
M1 Presented Outstanding Large-Asset-Size CU of the Year Award
M1 was officially awarded the Outstanding Large-Asset-Size Credit Union of the Year at the Michigan Credit Union League’s 2025 Annual Convention & Exposition (AC&E) in Grand Rapids on June 6th.
Members First CU Celebrates 2025 Scholarship Recipients
Congratulations to our M1 2025 Scholarship recipients, Anirudh, Avery, Elijah, and Ella! These four remarkable students exemplify leadership, academic excellence, and a deep commitment to their communities.
M1 Board Chair, Bob Cooper Retires
Members First Credit Union proudly announces the retirement of its Board Chair, Bob Cooper, after 26 years of exceptional leadership.