First Citizens' Federal Credit Union

With First Citizens', opening an account online is now easier than ever! Save valuable time and open an account from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://lnkd.in/et353u62 to apply.

As a credit union, we're able to offer more than just products- we also offer care and support. Our Relationship Support Advocates are people helping people who connect with community members to provide financial education resources. Meet Ibby, a Relationship Support Advocate at FCFCU: "I have been a team member at First Citizens' for almost 10 years. You may have seen me in the branches or at local events volunteering with different nonprofits. Being a Latina immigrant who has struggled with financial literacy myself, I can relate to and understand the diverse needs in our community. In my spare time, I enjoy singing & dancing, designing, and riding motorcycles." To learn more about our Relationship Support Advocates and submit a request to meet with one, visit: https://lnkd.in/e5hW_Knv

Out and about this Summer and need cash? We want you to be able to access your money when you want without added fees. To help you avoid fees when using another banks’ ATMs, we are a part of the SUM® Program. This alliance of local banks and credit unions lets you make surcharge-free withdrawals at ATMs in the SUM program that display the SUM logo. To find surcharge-free ATMs in your area, visit https://www.sum-atm.com/

Buying food is essential, but if you’re not careful, it can also EAT into your budget. Unfortunately, food expenses can add up quickly and can cause your food budget to balloon into something unsustainable. If you’ve been wondering how to reduce your food bill, we've got 8 Tips for you! 1. Limit Eating Out 2. Plan Your Grocery Shopping 3. Reduce Food Waste 4. Buy in Bulk 5. Set a Food Budget 6. Plan for Leftovers 7. Meal Prep 8. Brew Your Own Coffee. To learn more about how to incorporate these tips into your grocery shopping routine, visit: https://lnkd.in/eDpUaNNC

As a credit union, we're able to offer more than just products- we also offer care and support. Our Relationship Support Advocates are people helping people who connect with community members to provide financial education resources. Meet Tom, a Relationship Support Advocate at FCFCU: "When I joined the team 8 years ago, it became apparent right away how committed FCFCU is to helping their community. They made me eager to help out any way that I could. I soon found that volunteering and giving back to the community was very gratifying and uplifting to me. Some of my favorite pastimes are golf, mountain biking, and singing." To learn more about our Relationship Support Advocates and submit a request to meet with one, visit: https://lnkd.in/e5hW_Knv

Now, more than ever, our local businesses need our help! This Summer, we challenge everyone to show their support as much as possible. Some ways you can help: shopping local, purchasing gift cards from small businesses, eating at a neighborhood restaurant, using local companies for repairs/services and leaving a review for your favorite business! Tag your favorite small business in the comments! To learn more about how you can support small businesses in your community, visit: https://lnkd.in/eGMZ8Ae6

Summer means keeping the kids busy! Museums throughout The Cape Cod Museum Trail have many activities, events, and programs for kids and their families. They have activities for sunny weather and for those rainy days. Check out whats happening on the Cape Cod Museum Trail this summer by visiting: https://lnkd.in/durzhv2 Pictured: Nobska Lighthouse, Falmouth, MA

Keep it simple this Summer and simplify your life with eStatements. Choose to receive your monthly statements electronically by email instead of a paper copy. They are convenient, secure, and easy to access! Make the switch today! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ew2Etwfe

Whatever your goals are, First Citizens' is here to help make them become a reality! Could you use some tips to manage your spending? Build a budget? Grow your savings? Our Relationship Support Advocates can help! They are people helping people who connect with community members to provide financial education resources. To learn more and submit a request to a Relationship Support Advocate, visit: https://lnkd.in/e5hW_Knv

Attention Members: Our Branches and Contact Center are closed today, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day. We will resume normal business hours tomorrow, Friday, July 5th. As a reminder, you can still bank with us anytime, anywhere, using our online banking and mobile app.