Our History
Nine decades of service.
90 Years.
Same Heart. Same Purpose.
What started with seven employees of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has grown into a trusted financial partner for nearly 28,000 members across 12 counties in Northern California. Through nine decades of change, we have continued to be shaped by our original belief in the credit union philosophy of people helping people.
Recognized by the community we serve.
We’re honored to be voted GOLD – Credit Union in this year’s Sacramento Favorites by The Sacramento Bee. It’s a reflection of the trust our members place in us every day—and a reminder of why we continue to put people first.
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1936
Charter issued
A Charter was issued on March 25, 1936 to Sacramento U.S. Employees Federal Credit Union. Our first home was in the post office building on 801 I Street. There were only 100 members, $5,000 in assets and no paid staff.
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1983
Name change to FIRST Federal Credit Union.
In 1983, our name was changed to FIRST Federal Credit Union, headquartered at 106 L Street in Sacramento. We also merged with Ace Federal Credit Union. By 1985 there were 11,000 members, $23M in assets and 25 paid staff.
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2001
Name change to First U.S. Community Credit Union.
In 2001, we changed to our current name, First U.S. Community Credit Union and became a state-chartered credit union. In 2002, we moved our headquarters to 580 University Avenue.
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2007
Placer Community Credit Union merger
In 2007, we merged with Placer Community Credit Union, acquiring three branches in Rocklin, Auburn, and Grass Valley. Before the merger there were 12,300 members, $174M in assets and 35 paid staff. The merger brought in $60M in assets.
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2015
Big Valley Credit Union aquisition
In 2015, we merged with Big Valley Credit Union, acquiring one branch in Gold River. By 2016 there were 25,100 members, $348M in assets and 71 paid staff.
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2019
McClatchy Employees Credit Union merger
In 2019, we merged with McClatchy Employees Credit Union.
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2026
Intent to merge Sierra Central Credit Union
In 2026, we announced our intent to merge with Sierra Central Credit Union. It’s a merger between two strong local credit unions that share similar values and goals. We are combining our strengths to create even more opportunities for our members, team members, and communities.