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In the News: First Commerce Credit Union and Ascension Sacred Heart Bay kick off inaugural Flamingo Challenge
A new financial institution in Bay County is bringing a new fundraiser to benefit Breast Cancer Awareness Month.READ MORE
In the News: 6th Annual #FlamingoChallenge returns to help raise money for local breast cancer patients
First Commerce Credit Union and Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Foundation are once again teaming up for the annual #FlamingoChallenge.READ MORE
In the News: Bold New Mural Blooms Near Cascades Park This Week
Alongside KCCI’s 2025 Community Catalyst Class, the project was made possible by a group of sponsors: First Commerce Credit Union, Hartsfield Construction, DAG Architects, Becovic Management Group and Eppes Decorating Center.READ MORE
In the News: First Commerce Credit Union Donates $5,000 for Student Scholarships
First Commerce Credit Union recently donated $5,000 for scholarships at Southern Regional Technical College.READ MORE
In the News: First Commerce Raises More Than $10,000 for Local Animal Shelters
The fourth annual Liz Nix Fundraiser brought in a total of $10,493.37 for humane societies in Tallahassee, Thomasville, Nashville, Ga. and Valdosta by showcasing the organizations’ important work.READ MORE
In the News: First Commerce and Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra to Bring a Night of Iconic Film Scores to Life
First Commerce Credit Union is celebrating 85 years of serving the community with an unforgettable evening of cinematic magic.READ MORE
In the News: First Commerce Awards $1,000 MyWay Scholarships to Exemplary Students in Florida and Georgia
First Commerce Credit Union recently announced the recipients of its 2025 MyWay Scholarship, recognizing the achievements of exemplary students from North Florida and South Georgia.READ MORE
In the News: Transforming Communities with Financial Education
Take a look at some of the highlights from Financial Literacy Month 2025READ MORE
In the News: Power Forward with Futurist Zack Kass Gives Attendees a Glimpse into the Future of AI and ‘The Next Renaissance’
An energetic crowd of Tallahassee’s business community, entrepreneurs and students got a glimpse into the future of artificial intelligence (AI) from one of the brightest minds in AIREAD MORE
In the News: 5 Years, $500,000: 2024 #FlamingoChallenge Marks Major Milestone
The #FlamingoChallenge, held during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, reached two major milestones in 2024 — a record-breaking six-figure total, the fundraiser’s highest amount raised to date, and surpassing $500,000 raised since its inception five years ago.READ MORE
In the News: First Commerce to Bring Futurist Zack Kass to the Stage for 2025 Power Forward
Kass has been on the forefront of bringing AI to the masses, spending more than a decade in AI leadership where he built sales, partnerships and solutions teams for the AI research and deployment company behind ChatGPTREAD MORE
In the News: First Commerce Provides Relief, Serves Thousands of Meals in South Georgia Communities After Hurricane Helene
The First Commerce Credit Union leadership team quickly set out plans for Tallahassee team members to join their South Georgia counterparts to provide some relief.READ MORE
In the News: First Commerce Celebrates Grand Re-Opening of Newly Remodeled Summit East Financial Center
First Commerce ushered in a new chapter for the credit union’s Summit East Financial Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony to unveil its newly remodeled and expanded financial center.READ MORE
In the News: #FlamingoChallenge Enters Fifth Year With $350,000 Raised Supporting Breast Cancer Patients
The #FlamingoChallenge has raised more than $350,000 in the five years since it was launched to benefit local breast cancer patients.READ MORE
In the News: First Commerce Donates School Supplies to Help Students Start the School Year Strong
Days before the start of the new school year, First Commerce team members from the Adel financial center visited Cook County Middle School and donated 24 backpacks for teachers to give to students who may not have the ability to purchase their own school supplies…READ MORE >
In the News: First Commerce Credit Union donates $5,000 for student scholarships (Thomasville Times)
THOMASVILLE- First Commerce Credit Union recently donated $5,000 for scholarships at Southern Regional Technical College. For nearly 85 years, FCCU has worked to empower generations of people to enhance their financial well-being, the college said…READ MORE >
In the News: First Commerce Credit Union Powers Financial Futures by Awarding Four $1,000 MyWay Scholarships to Local Students
First Commerce Credit Union recently awarded four $1,000 MyWay scholarships to credit union members ages 17-29 to help support their higher education pursuits. This is the 10th year First Commerce has awarded scholarships to recognize students who demonstrate excellence in school and beyond…READ MORE >
In the News: First Commerce Provides Welcome Relief to Tallahassee Community in Aftermath of Storms
Following severe storms that blew through Tallahassee and surrounding communities on Friday, May 10, unleashing damaging tornadoes and knocking out power for thousands of residents, First Commerce and its team members…READ MORE >
In the News: Barbara Corcoran and Robert Herjavec of “Shark Tank” Inspire Tallahassee During First Commerce’s 10th Anniversary Power Forward Speaker Series Event
In celebration of its 10th Anniversary of the Power Forward Speaker Series, First Commerce Credit Union, in partnership with the FSU Office of Research, brought not one, but TWO world-renowned Sharks…READ MORE >
In the News: $1 million gift launches First Commerce Center for Compassionate Care
A $1 million gift from First Commerce Credit Union (FCCU) kickstarted Big Bend Hospice’s fundraising campaign for a new state-of-the-art center for compassionate hospice care, currently…READ MORE >
In the News: First Commerce Credit Union Raises over $150,000 with #FLAMINGOCHALLENGE to Benefit Breast Cancer Patients In Partnership with Local Hospitals
In partnership with area hospitals, First Commerce Credit Union (FCCU) spearheaded its 4th annual #FlamingoChallenge in October, which reached a new record of more than $150,000…READ MORE >
In the News: First Commerce Joins with Credit Unions Worldwide to Celebrate 75 Years of International Credit Union Day®
October 19 marks the 75th anniversary of International Credit Union (ICU) Day®, a day that highlights the many ways credit unions across the world empower their members to pursue…READ MORE >
In the News: First Commerce Credit Union and Your Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra Announce the Harry Potter Film Concert Series, Opening with HARRY POTTER and THE SORCERER’S STONE™ in Concert
The Donald L. Tucker Civic Center announced today that the First Commerce Credit Union will sponsor the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra to perform Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in Concert on September 30th & October 1st, 2023 as part of the Harry Potter Film Concert Series…READ MORE >
In the News: First Commerce Credit Union Provides Welcome Relief to Marianna Community After the Storm
Following severe storms that blew through North Florida’s panhandle area on Tuesday, January 9, spawning damaging tornadoes in Marianna, Fla., First Commerce Credit Union (FCCU) and its team members…READ MORE >
In the News: First Commerce Credit Union Rallies to Support South Georgia with Hurricane Idalia Recovery
First Commerce Credit Union (FCCU) quickly jumped into action to help feed fellow credit union and community members in the days following Hurricane Idalia. Team members hosted two cookouts, serving more than 1,000…READ MORE >
FCCU Kicks Off the 4th Annual Flamingo Challenge
First Commerce is excited to kick off another great #FlamingoChallenge this October. The #FlamingoChallenge is a month-long community fundraiser that encourages businesses, non-profits…READ MORE >
In the News: First Commerce Credit Union Raises More Than $10,000 to Support Animal Rescue Organizations in South Georgia and North Florida
First Commerce Credit Union and community members raised $10,847 as part of a grassroots effort to generate awareness and funds to support local animal rescue organizations during National Pet Month…READ MORE >
In the News: Berrien High School Seniors Make Real World Budget Decisions During First Commerce Credit Union’s Financial Fitness Fair
First Commerce Credit Union (FCCU) recently hosted its first-ever Financial Fitness Fair at Berrien High School (BHS). In partnership with BHS administration, FCCU guided more than 125 high school seniors…READ MORE >
In the News: First Commerce Credit Union Empowers Financial Futures by Awarding a Total of Four $1,000 MyWay Scholarships to Local Students
First Commerce Credit Union recently awarded four $1,000 MyWay scholarships to credit union members ages 17-29 to help support their higher education pursuits. This is the ninth year First Commerce…GA Winners: READ MORE >FL Winners: READ MORE >
Be Financially Prepared for Hurricane Season
Hurricane season starts June 1st. It’s time to start thinking about how you can protect your finances in the event of a hurricane. Here are some tips to get you started:Make a copy of your important documentsThis includes your birth certificate…READ MORE >
In the News: First Commerce Credit Union Partners with Chaparral & Robalo Boats to Enhance Employee Financial Wellness
First Commerce Credit Union recently partnered with Chaparral & Robalo Boats, one of South Georgia’s largest employers, to host a Financial Literacy Challenge for their more than 950 employees. Over a two-week period, employees…READ MORE >
In the News: First Commerce Gives Back to the Valdosta Community by Collecting Toys and Donating $5,000 to Toys for Tots
During the holiday season, many South Georgia families and their children were able to experience the joy of giving, thanks to First Commerce Credit Union’s “Power of Gratitude” CD promotion. First Commerce pledged to donate to the Valdosta Toys for Tots…READ MORE >
In the News: First Commerce Gives Back to the Tallahassee Community by Collecting Toys and Donating $5,000 to Toys for Tots
During the holiday season, many North Florida families and their children were able to experience the joy of giving, thanks to First Commerce Credit Union’s “Power of Gratitude” CD promotion. First Commerce pledged to donate to the Tallahassee Toys for Tots…READ MORE >
In the News: Third Annual #FlamingoChallenge Raises More Than $77,000 for Tallahassee
In a true, community wide effort, the third annual #FlamingoChallenge, held during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, raised more than $77,000 to support local patients battling breast cancer, with donations still coming in over the holidays.READ MORE >
In the News: Foster Children Get Breakfast with Santa, Thanks to FCCU – CU Today
First Commerce Credit Union was recently featured in the trade publication, CU Today, for donating tickets to send every foster child in Berrien County to a special Breakfast with Santa event at Vee’s Restaurant on December 3rd, 2022.READ MORE >
First Commerce Earns National Recognition for Giving Back to Local Business Community
Tallahassee, FL – The Credit Union National Association (CUNA) announced First Commerce
Credit Union as first-place winner of the 2020 Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community
Service Award for its #LocalStrong initiative, which was launched at the onset of the pandemic
to support local businesses
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First Commerce Announces Promotions and Career Growth for Team Members
First Commerce Credit Union is pleased to announce promotions and career growth for six
dedicated team members. These team members demonstrate a strong work ethic, a
passion for member service, and a commitment to the First Commerce vision to be our
members’ financial partner for life.
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2019 MyWay Scholarship Winners
TALLAHASSEE – First Commerce Credit Union announced the two latest winners of their
MyWay Scholarship competition: Millie Marshall and Nicolas Timmons.
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Six Pillars Financial Advisors Partners with Terri Jackson, CFP®
TALLAHASSEE, FL – Six Pillars Financial Advisors has partnered with Terri Jackson, CFP®, a credentialed and knowledgeable CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ practitioner in Tallahassee. Jackson has been helping clients pursue their financial goals for more than 23 years.
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Member Testimonial
“I have been a member at First Commerce Credit Union since 1996. I must compliment your employee who went above and beyond the call of duty more so than any customer service representative I have ever experienced. She was very professional, friendly, and patient.”
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Build Financial Wellness
The FCCU Foundation offers free online financial education modules to help you build your own road map to financial wellness.
Six Pillars Financial Advisors
Schedule time with Six Pillars Financial Advisors, a subsidiary of First Commerce, for free comprehensive financial planning to help you pursue your financial goals.
Interest Earning Checking
Our iEarn! Checking and iEarn!50+ Checking accounts put your money to work for you by paying higher interest on account balances.
Build Financial Wellness
The FCCU Foundation offers free online financial education modules to help you build your own road map to financial wellness.
Your Financial Partner for Life
Established in 1940, First Commerce is a full-service, not-for-profit credit union with locations across North Florida and South Georgia. We are a member-owned cooperative and committed to the communities we serve. Our purpose is to empower people to enhance their financial well-being by helping them achieve their financial goals – whether it’s simplifying their day-to-day finances, buying their first car or home, or building a great retirement. When you bank with First Commerce, you get a truly personal experience backed by 80 years of financial expertise.
