Since our humble beginnings in 1983, FAFCU now operates 6 branches in NW Michigan thanks to the commitment to our members, our passion for what we do, and our focus on integrating technology into our member experience. Take a trip through the past and learn how we got where we are today.
Our History
2022
Ground Breaking Ceremony for New Administrative Building
We broke ground on our new administrative building
Evergreen Launches
Our online banking platform called “Evergreen” launches.
2019
Mesick Branch Opened
We opened our first branch office in Mesick in 2019.
Manton Branch Moved
We moved the location of our Manton Branch in 2019.
Lake City Branch Opened
We opened our first branch office in Lake City, Michigan in 2019.
2016
Kalkaska North Branch Opened
We opened our second branch in Kalkaska, Michigan in 2016.
2006
Kingsley Branch Moved
The Kingsley branch relocated to the current spot on the east side of town.
2001
Manton Branch Opened
We opened our first branch office in Manton, Michigan in 2001.
1997
Kingsley Branch Opened
We opened our first branch in Kingsley in 1997.
1993
Fife Lake Branch Moved Again
In December 1993, the office was moved once again, this time to its current location at 638 Boyd St. in Fife Lake.
1987
Kalkaska South Branch Opened
We opened our first branch office in Kalkaska, Michigan in 1987.
1985
Fife Lake Branch Moved
In January 1985, the office was moved to the original bank building in Fife Lake next to Kimball’s Market.
1983
FAFCU Was Organized
The original office of the credit union was located at Larr’s Sporting Goods in Fife Lake, MI, until such time that an alternate location could be found. At the end of the first month of business, Forest Area FCU had a total asset size of $4,049.42 and expenses for the month of $10.00. At the end of 1983, just a few months later, assets had risen to $105,320.89! Serving a membership of just 147 people, total expenses for 1983 were $286.36, while net income was $615.92.