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First Federal partners with Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines to Award $10,000 to Willamette Valley Cancer Foundation through the Member Impact Fund

First Federal, in partnership with Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines), is proud to announce that the Willamette Valley Cancer Foundation will receive a $10,000 grant from the FHLB Des Moines Member Impact Fund. This matching grant program, which was introduced in 2023, will provide nearly $20 million to eligible organizations in order to strengthen communities in targeted areas of FHLB Des Moines’ district.

First Federal Welcomes Real-Time Payments with FedNow Integration

First Federal has announced its integration with FedNow, the Federal Reserve's instant payment service.

Card Fraud Advisory

As a First Federal customer, you are enrolled in our complimentary fraud monitoring service.

Progress Update on New McMinnville Branch Construction

First Federal Savings and Loan Association of McMinnville has announced that construction is underway at the new location for its new McMinnville branch, situated at 1650 OR-99W, McMinnville, OR. The development, which began in January, marks a significant step forward in the bank's commitment to improving client services and accessibility.

First Federal partners with Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines to Award $10,000 to Yamhill Carlton Together Cares through the Member Impact Fund

First Federal, in partnership with Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines), is proud to announce that Yamhill Carlton Together Cares will receive a $10,000 grant from the FHLB Des Moines Member Impact Fund.

Statement on Current Banking Environment

To the clients and community of First Federal Savings & Loan, I am sure you have heard the news about the closures and receivership of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) due to financial distress.

First Federal Hosts Free Scam Prevention Seminars

To combat the rising tide of financial scams and educate the community on the importance of fraud prevention, First Federal is proud to announce a free public seminar titled "Be Scam Smart." This informative sessions are scheduled for March 5th and March 6th (Spanish) at the First Federal Community Room, located at 111 NE Third Street, McMinnville, OR 97128.

First Federal To Host Grand Opening Event for Downtown Branch and Corporate Headquarters

First Federal Savings & Loan Association of McMinnville plans to host a week-long Grand Opening celebration beginning Monday September 13th at the site of the newly renovated Home Office Branch and Corporate Headquarters at 118 NE Third Street, McMinnville. There will be an exclusive celebration for the opening on September 13th from 5-7pm.

Pamela Lum Announced as New Board Member

First Federal is pleased to announce Pamela Lum as the newest member of the First Federal Savings & Loan Association of McMinnville’s Board of Directors, effective June 2021.

You Voted, We Donated!

First Federal is donating $40,000 again this year based on votes received by First Federal customers.

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