1st Ed Credit Union is a full-service financial institution serving employees of school districts and a variety of partner companies in South Central PA.
Happy Flag Day! From the first official flag's adoption in 1777 to the current 50-star flag we proudly wave today, it stands as a symbol of the hope and freedom we hold so dear.
Today is National Best Friends Day from your financial friends at 1st Ed! We are happy to be your partner throughout life's ups and downs and your wallet's best sidekick.
National Higher Education Day is today, which means it's the perfect time to make sure your fall bill is covered with a Student Choice line of credit from 1st Ed! Learn more at
1edcu.org/loans/studentloans…
Happy Memorial Day from 1st Ed. Today we take the opportunity to remember and honor those who gave their lives for our country, and thank them for their service.
All branches will be closed in observance of the holiday, but as always online and mobile services are available.
With another semester in the rearview we'd like to give a shoutout to our Student Branch staff! These students set aside time each week to work at our branch in the throughout the semester, and represent the best of the Marketing & Web Design class.
Today we celebrate the strong, selfless, inspirational women who shape our lives and our world. To our first friends, best teachers, and biggest cheerleaders, Happy Mother's Day! No matter what motherhood looks like for you, we hope you feel appreciated and celebrated today.
Did you know that yesterday was World Tourism Day? Your membership at 1st Ed comes with perks to keep travel stress-free:
-Access to surcharge-free ATMs
-Credit and debit card controls with SmartWallet
-Our mobile app
-Zelle®
Plus much more! Learn more at 1edcu.org/services/
It's World Password Day, and if it's been a while since you've updated your password this is your sign to change it! While you're at it, check out 1edcu.org/fraud-center/ for more cybersecurity and information safety tips and resources.
Do you want to get your finances in order but don't know where to start? Our partners at Kampstra Wealth Management can help!
Learn more at our Meet & Greet events in all 3 branch locations for a brief presentation and free consultations. RSVP at 1edcu.org/meet-and-greet-wit…
¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo! Did you know that although the holiday originated to celebrate a major Mexican military victory in 1862, it is not a federal holiday in Mexico? With that said, it is a national holiday in the US, so enjoy the fiesta festivities!🎉
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! We want to celebrate with a special giveaway for our current and former educators. Click the link to enter to win one of the $25 gift cards we're giving away by the end of the week!
1edcu.org/teacher-appreciati…
Did you know that today is National Space Day?
At 1st Ed we have an opportunity for you to help your young savers blast off: Youth members who reach a balance of $50 will receive $50* from 1st Ed to give their savings a boost! Get started today at 1edcu.org/youth-month/
This week we hosted our biggest Reality Fair of the year for juniors and seniors at James Buchanan High School! Around 250 students were able to practice for life after graduation by participating in this hands-on exercise.
Today is Pretzel Day! In the words of The Office's Stanley Hudson, "I like pretzel day." 1st Ed is joining the fun, stop by your local branch this week to pick up a free bag of pretzels while supplies last!
This May, we're teaming up with PeopleShare in Chambersburg for a Lunch & Learn! Join us to explore our strategic partnership to enhance workforce stability and growth. We hope to see you there!
Learn more and register at forms.gle/NXjPBF1RetmKbsiL9
Today is Teach Children to Save Day! There's no better time to begin teaching the young savers in your life the value of healthy financial habits; check out our most recent blog post where we discuss how to teach kids about money at any age.
1edcu.org/teach-kids-good-mo…
Happy Earth Day! Here are our top tips to go green (and save some green 💸) with your 1st Ed membership:
1. Enroll in eStatements
2. Deposit your checks electronically in our mobile app and set up direct deposit
3. Download our mobile app and use SmartWallet
4. Use Bill Pay
Did you know that April is National Financial Literacy Month? Managing your finances and creating a clear path to your goals is a challenge, but our brand new Money Management Hub is here to help!
1edcu.org/money-management/
Our Annual Election is happening now! All primary members ages 18 and older are invited to vote this week in any of our branch locations.
The results of the election will be announced at our Annual Meeting on Monday, April 20. Learn more at 1edcu.org/annual-meeting/
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and the 1st Ed team is showing their support today by participating in National Wear Blue Day 💙 Every child deserves to feel safe, seen, and supported, and each of us has a responsibility to ensure that abuse is prevented before it begins.