First Financial volunteers were thrilled to assist with the summer shopping days at The Exchangeree locations! Our team helped to greet the Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) educators and lend a hand while they shopped the shelves for their students and classrooms.
The Education Foundation of Baltimore County Public Schools launched its Exchangeree initiative in 2018 to create a community resource center to support BCPS teachers and students. Now with two Exchangeree locations, one in Windsor Mill and the other in Rosedale/Golden Ring, educators can access the resources and supplies they need for free year-round.
Thank you to everyone who supported and shared our 2024 #FFFCULikeForACause event! In 48 hours, we received an impressive 179 LIKES and 52 SHARES for a grand total of 231 INTERACTIONS! That’s amazing!
We’ll round up and donate $250 to each of the wonderful community partners below… that’s $1,000 to support our community!
What is #FFFCULikeForACause?
All you have to do is LIKE!
It’s easy! For 48 hours, starting at 12pm on Wednesday, July 24th through 12pm on Friday, July 26th, First Financial will donate $1 for every “like” on the official @FFFCUofMD Instagram post. We will donate an additional $1 for every share using #FFFCULikeForACause the post receives.
We have had GREAT success the past few years we’ve done this campaign all thanks to the help and support from our followers and members! We’re aiming for another terrific year so please join us in helping to spread the word and help us support our youth in the community!
Why #FFFCULikeForACause?
At the end of the campaign, our donation will go to support 4 amazing organizations that are integral to the success of teachers and students in our partner school systems.
First Financial Federal Credit Union serves the employees, students, and parents of the Baltimore, Carroll, Somerset, and Worcester County Public School systems, as well as the employees and families of many private schools, colleges, hospitals, and businesses in Baltimore, Carroll, Somerset, and Worcester counties. Interested in joining or learning more? Visit our main website to get started!
Our volunteers worked together to gather over 1,100 books for students in the Baltimore County and Carroll County Public School systems. They had a blast exploring the Book Bank, reminiscing about books loved as kids and sharing genres they enjoy reading today!
The Maryland Book Bank expands equitable access to books within under-resourced schools and communities so all children can thrive. The Book Bank warehouse has a collection of gently used books for preschool to high-school-aged children. The Book Bank distributes more than 500,000 books every year.
Thank you to the Maryland Book Bank for having us and promoting a love of reading among the youth in our community!
Join us Friday, July 26th to celebrate #ilovemycreditunion for the 4th year in a row! We are excited to join the Illinois Credit Union League and credit unions nationwide to celebrate the “credit union difference.”
Follow our official @FFFCUofMD social media channels Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter), Instagram and LinkedIn to see what belonging to First Financial means to our employees, partners and community!
Want to join in on the fun?
It’s simple! Just use the hashtag #ilovemycreditunion on July 26th and give us a shoutout @fffcuofmd on your favorite social platform.
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Over the summer, the food drive collected non-perishable items and canned goods. Additionally, employees could make a monetary donation. A portion of the donations directly supported the Westminster Rescue Mission’s Plates of Plenty campaign, helping them purchase and distribute meat, fresh produce, dairy, and dry goods to food pantries across the county.
The Westminster Rescue Mission is a nonprofit organization that provides clinical, physical and spiritual resources to help Carroll County and Maryland residents in need. It has two distinct areas of service: its Addiction Healing Center and the Mission Food Program.
At First Financial, we strive to help our members and community live better every day. By partnering with organizations like KBC and the Westminster Rescue Mission, we are committed to making a positive impact together!
Thank you to the generosity of KBC and First Financial employees!
First Financial was excited to attend its first National Night Out (NNO) in Baltimore County! We enjoyed meeting members of the community and even got a special visit from McGruff, the crime dog, of the Baltimore County Police Department.
The 41st National Night Out campaign featured events throughout neighborhoods in the county with Officers, Firefighters and other first responders. Neighbors had a great time at block parties, cookouts, games and more! We were there as a community resource partner, educating Baltimore County residents about our services and showing our commitment to supporting them every step of the way on their financial journey.
National Night Out is an annual campaign that promotes police and community partnerships through positive activities. The campaign helps to enhance the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement.
Thank you to the officers and first responders for welcoming us and for their dedicated service to the community! We’re already looking forward to next year’s Night Out!
First Financial’s annual school supply drive for Carroll County Public Schools was a huge success! Over the summer, our generous employees contributed over $2,350 in supplies to assist CCPS students in the coming year.
Additionally, thanks to the likes and shares from the community during our annual #FFFCULikeForaCause social blitz, we were able to donate an extra $250!
Our Relationship Manager Andrea had the pleasure of visiting CCPS’ Central Office in Westminster, MD to deliver First Financial’s donations. The Student Services Department will utilize these contributions to ensure students have the essential supplies and resources they for a successful school year.
As the credit union for CCPS, we take pride in our 30+ years of service to the Carroll County community. We’re dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of our members, students, staff, and school systems, helping everyone to live better every day. We are proud to support our partner group and help kick off a successful new school year!
The First Financial team was excited to join Dr. Tim Tooten at his “Stuff the Bus School Supplies Drive” at the Walmart SuperCenter in Baltimore County! This summer, our employees generously contributed to the credit union’s annual school supply drive. We were proud to donate $1,475 worth of school supplies to support local schools, students and educators!
Throughout August, ‘Stuff the Bus’ collection sites were held in Baltimore City, Howard County, Anne Arundel County, Carroll County and Baltimore County. This initiative supports Baltimore-area school districts and education foundations, ensuring students have the resources they need for a successful school year.
Founded in 1953 by a Baltimore County Public Schools teacher, First Financial is deeply rooted in giving back to our community and supporting our educational systems.
Don’t miss First Financial’s Youth Outreach Manager Cindy, along with our volunteers as they deliver supplies, featured on WBALTV!
First Financial was happy to be a sponsor for Knorr Brake Company’s Annual Employee Appreciation Crab Feast for the 3rd year in a row! Each year, our team sponsors the Kona Ice Truck, providing delicious frozen treats for employees to enjoy alongside their freshly steamed Maryland crabs.
It’s always a great time connecting with our friends and partners at KBC! Thanks for having us!
First Financial’s Relationship Manager, Andrea, was thrilled to meet with Jim Rodriguez, the Operations Director at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Carroll County (BGCCC), to deliver 400 books to the North Carroll Clubhouse!
The Credit Union donated a range of books for elementary to adult reading levels. The books were collected from First Financial’s annual employee drive and a visit to the Maryland Book Bank.
We’re proud to partner with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Carroll County and contribute to their fantastic programs and initiatives for students in our community! Thanks to the generous donation from our employees, the books will help support their students and fill the bookcases for the new Clubhouse, expected to open in October.
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