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Impact of Stimulus Payments on Your Taxes
March 11, 2021
Categories: COVID-19, Emergency, General, Taxes
What a year 2020 has been! New Year’s celebrations were barely over when the coronavirus turned things topsy-turvy. But one bright spot for 159 million people was the $1,200 Economic Impact Payment that appeared in their mailbox or checking account.
If you didn’t receive a payment, you may be wondering, why? And if you did, you may be wondering, what’s the catch? American First is here to help put your mind at ease, so let’s tackle your questions, one by...
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AFCU Raises Over $5,200 for CHOC
November 19, 2020
Categories: Community, COVID-19, Youth
For three decades, CHOC Walk in the Park presented by the Disneyland Resort has been a cherished community event benefiting the Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC). The 5K walking unites many communities to support the medical wellbeing of children. COVID-19 brought on a new set of challenges to support the annual event, but that didn’t stop American First Credit Union (AFCU). AFCU brought many creative solutions to the table.
To support CHOC and the virtual CHOC...
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AFCU Provides Space for Conversation with Men of Color
October 19, 2020
Categories: Community, COVID-19, General, Youth
It’s a Friday night, and is it time to binge-watch The Office on Netflix? Not with MSI (Make Success Initiative) – Fullerton. MSI helps to foster academic success, establish a support network of mentors, and increase graduation and retention rates of Cal State University, Fullerton’s men of color. MSI has proven effective at improving the GPA and graduation rates of its scholars. On September 25, 2020, their students chose to spend their Friday fostering life and professional...
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Credit Union Assists in Fight Against Cancer
June 26, 2020
Categories: Community, COVID-19
American First Credit Union (AFCU) donated over $2,700 to Relay for Life of Northwest Orange County this year and participated in their event to raise awareness and funds against cancer.
Covid-19 has changed the way we Relay, an event that American First has been proud to support since 2004. Even though we can’t currently be face-to-face, we continue the support for our community by raising awareness and donations for the American Cancer Society, a cause near and dear to many of...
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AFCU Aids Local Homeless Organization
June 19, 2020
Categories: Community, COVID-19, General
As part of our Caring First community service efforts, American First Credit Union (AFCU) donated various supplies to Mary’s Kitchen to assist the homeless population in Orange County, CA. AFCU purchased containers, utensils, and other necessary supplies to help ensure the organization could continually provide and support the community with fresh, clean materials amidst the uncertainty of COVID-19.
Why we want to helpCOVID-19...
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Digital Banking during COVID 19
May 19, 2020
Categories: Banking, COVID-19, Digital, General
American First Credit Union wants to help members keep safe and practice social distancing while being able to access financial services.
The safest way to access your account is using digital banking services and avoiding unnecessary trips to the branch. These services allow you to view transactions, check balances, make account transfers, pay bills, and more.
Online BankingWith Online Banking, you will be able...