Recent Press Releases

January 28, 2026

Newsweek Names SchoolsFirst FCU One of America's Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions in 2026

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union has been recognized as one of Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions 2026, marking the third consecutive year the Credit Union has earned this distinction. The ranking highlights financial institutions that combine strong financial performance with...

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January 26, 2026

SchoolsFirst FCU Raised More Than $3.3M for Children's Miracle Network

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union contributed more than $3.3M in 2025 – through a combination of corporate donations and fundraising – to support Children’s Miracle Network (CMN), including Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), Rady Children’s Health (formerly Children’s Hospital of Orange County...

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January 22, 2026

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Lowers Down Payment Requirements to Expand Mortgage Access for School Employees

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union announced that it has lowered the down payment requirement for school employee Members seeking a mortgage loan from 5% to 3% of the purchase price to improve access to homeownership. The reduced down payment ensures more school employee Members may be able to...

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December 30, 2025

SchoolsFirst FCU Brings Holiday Cheer to Rady Children's Health

This holiday season, SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union supported Rady Children’s Health (formerly Children’s Hospital of Orange County) with a $10,000 contribution to help sponsor holiday gift bags for patients in the NICU and Mental Health unit. With this support, SchoolsFirst FCU volunteers...

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December 29, 2025

Los Angeles Mid-City Branch Extends SchoolsFirst FCU's Footprint to 72 Branches Across California

On December 22, SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union opened a new branch in Los Angeles, extending its footprint to 72 branches in California. The branch team celebrated by welcoming their first Member, Brett. Located in the heart of the city, the Credit Union is making it more convenient for Members...

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