First Choice America’s “People Helping People” scholarship applications are now available at all eight Credit Union offices, but also by clicking on the following link: Scholarship Application. The scholarships are for $1,000 each. Applications must be turned in by February 28, 2022. Qualified applicants must be a high school senior, high school graduate, or equivalent and do not have to be a first year student. Applicants may attend any accredited college, university, or trade school. The applicant must be a member of First Choice America Community Federal Credit Union. Complete guidelines accompany the application.
Stanley S. Czahoroski, Jr Memorial Scholarship
First Choice America is proud to fund a scholarship for $500 in memorial of Stanley S. Czahoroski. Jr., who was the former Chief Financial Officer at First Choice America Community Federal Credit Union. To apply you must be a high school senior from Martins Ferry High School, which was the alma mater of Stanley S. Czahoroski. Complete guidelines accompany the application. Deadline is February 1, 2022. To download the application, please click on the following link: Stanley Czahoroski, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Cool Kids Event Cancelled
Due to the spike of COVID-19 cases in our area, it has been decided to cancel the Cool Kids Event set for September 25, 2021. This event is geared towards children, ages 0-12, who, unfortunately, are unable to get vaccinated at this time. This increases their risk for exposure and for the spread of this virus. We apologize for the cancellation; however, this decision was made out of an abundance of caution for the safety of our community and staff.
Tin Mill Employees Federal Credit Union Members Vote to Merge with First Choice America Community Federal Credit Union
The members of Tin Mill Employees Federal Credit Union in Weirton, WV have voted to merge with First Choice America Community Federal Credit Union effective with the close of business on August 31, 2021. With assets of $20 million, Tin Mill has been a member-owned and operated Credit Union since 1953.
In making the announcement, First Choice America’s President & CEO, Scott E. Winwood, said the transaction strengthens our position as the Ohio Valley’s largest locally owned and operated community financial institution. He added, “We look forward to welcoming Tin Mill’s members into our Credit Union family. Both Credit Unions are very proud of their long, rich histories of serving the financial needs of their members and the communities in which we live and operate. There are synergies with this merger that will add value to the memberships of both Credit Unions.”
Winwood said Tin Mill’s 1,200 members will realize many advantages with the merger such as: a more comprehensive array of financial products and services; greater convenience with eight strategically-located Ohio Valley offices with extended lobby and drive-thru hours; ten no-fee ATMs plus an additional 30,000 surcharge free ATMs through the Alliance One and Money Pass networks; and 24/7 access via our online and mobile banking.
Founded in 1939, First Choice America has assets in excess of $570 million, 82 employees, serving over 36,500 members with two offices in Weirton, three in Wheeling, one in Chester, Steubenville, and Wintersville; and is rated superior in terms of capital strength, asset quality, and management.
Welcome Tin Mill Credit Union Members
The proposed merger between the Tin Mill Employees Federal Credit Union and First Choice America Community Federal Credit Union has been overwhelmingly approved by the Tin Mill Credit Union membership.
It is with much excitement that we welcome the Tin Mill members to our Credit Union family. We look forward to serving you with a full array of financial products and services for many years to come.
Again, welcome Tin Mill Members, we look forward to serving you.
Memorial Tournament Set
First Choice America made a generous contribution to the Ron “Fritz” Williams Golf Scramble to take place at Mountaineer’s Woodview Golf Course on Saturday, August 28th at 9 am. The outing pays tribute to the late All-American basketball player at Weir High School and West Virginia University who was a No. 1 draft pick in the NBA. All proceeds from the tournament benefit The Fritz Williams Scholarship Fund.
Pictured are (l-r) Bill Zimmerman, Golf Tournament Committee Member; Kyra McCallister, Scholarship Recipient; Keilana Saunders, Scholarship Recipient; William Currenton, Chairman of the Golf Scramble; Scott E. Winwood, First Choice America CEO and Board Member; and Kenneth Miller, Golf Scramble Treasurer.
