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You Deserve the Best
Managing your money well is an important part of life. So don't trust that responsibility to just anyone. With Education First, you're more than a member; you're part owner! We're a not-for-profit financial cooperative that's uniquely structured to help you improve your financial well-being.
Let's Get This Membership Thing Rolling
Becoming an Education First FCU member is as easy as 1, 2, 3.
Join today by completing our online Membership Application, or by stopping by one of our convenient locations in Southeast Texas.
We make switching easy!
Looking to move to Education First? Our switch kit makes it easy in 4 simple steps. We put together a guide to walk you through your new account setup.
Why Join?
Because, at Education First FCU, we focus on understanding your goals and prioritizing your needs. When you want a better place to hold your accounts and grow your money, Education First is at the head of the class - because that's what you deserve.
Who May Join?
As much as we'd love to welcome everyone, we have to put some parameters on membership. You're eligible to join Education First Federal Credit Union if you meet one of these criteria:
- You live, work, worship, or attend school in the following counties: Hardin, Jasper, Jefferson, Newton, Orange, and Tyler.
- You are a current or retired employee of the East Chambers or High Island Independent School Districts.
- You are a family member of an Education First member (e.g., spouse, children, parents, sibling).
Member Perks
We want all of our members to know how much we value their membership. Being a member of Education First has a lot of perks!
Hear what members have to say.
I've never been so moved by a first impression at a business before, and fell in love with the employees!
-- Jeffery Johnson, January 2024Very nice and appreciative of my business. Always willing to help with whatever you need help with!
-- Debora Williams, January 2024America and Jesus' service went above and beyond. Their professionalism and knowledge of their jobs were outstanding. I'm proud to be a member of this Credit Union.
-- S. Norman, January 2024Each visit gives me an even better experience. I appreciate the time spent explaining everything.
-- Thomas Hammond, March 2024The staff here really take care of you and care.
-- Carol Fregia, February 2024