First Priority Credit Union

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newly redesigned website! After months of hard work and dedication, we are proud to unveil a fresh look and enhanced features to improve your experience. What’s New? - User-Friendly Design: Navigate with ease through our updated layout and intuitive interface. - Enhanced Content: Explore our new resources, articles, and insights tailored just for you. - Mobile Optimization: Enjoy seamless browsing on any device, anytime, anywhere. - Faster Performance: Experience quicker loading times for a smoother experience. Thank You! We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our loyal community for your support and feedback. Your insights helped shape this new site, and we can’t wait for you to explore all that it has to offer!

On behalf of the First Priority Credit Union, Board of Directors, Chairwoman, Aisha Milbury Ellis, is pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony "Tony” Paciulli to the FPCU Board of Directors, effective September 23, 2024. Mr. Paciulli currently serves as the President/CEO of FPCU, and within this role he has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the credit union and the various communities it serves. FPCU’s stable growth, the new opportunities offered to its members, the personalized experience and the various healthy partnerships that have been fostered, are directly attributed to Mr. Paciulli and his financial expertise, proven strategic foresight, and supportive leadership skills. Mr. Paciulli has an impressive resume, having served as President/CEO of East West Mortgage and President/CEO of Meetinghouse Bank. He has strong ties to many surrounding communities, including Dorchester's Lower Mills, where he has championed numerous cooperative non-profit initiatives. ? "Tony's extensive financial insight, humanity and passion for First Priority has had such a positive impact on the culture at FPCU, and I am certain that his contributions as a member of the board will further enhance our commitment to providing a better experience for our members," said Aisha Milbury-Ellis, FPCU's Chairwoman.

FPCU's CEO Tony Paciulli, Chairwoman Aisha Milbury Ellis, Molly Roark, and Michelle Alger of Marcum LLP gathered at HYM's headquarters to celebrate the achievements of the Veronica Robles Cultural Center (VROCC) and its impactful programs in art, dance, youth entrepreneurship, and cultural education. The evening was filled with heartfelt testimonials from those positively influenced by VROCC, highlighting its significant contributions to the community, and everyone expressed excitement for its future growth and success!

We were thrilled to stand alongside State Representative Adrian Madaro in his mission to uplift the vibrant community of East Boston and champion the greater good of Massachusetts! It was a heartwarming gathering filled with passionate neighbors and dedicated business owners, showcasing the strength of our collective spirit. ?? Let’s continue to connect, engage, and make a positive impact together! ??

First Priority's Fatima Jawhari, Maria Noriega and Joe Cavanaugh, joined Mike Triant to support the Salesian Boy's and Girl's Club 6th Swing FORE Kids Classic at the Winthrop Golf Club this past Monday. It's great to see our communities rally for such amazing programs such as Boys and Girls Club. Make sure to look out for their next event!

Building Wealth: Building wealth requires careful planning. Here are eight tips: 1. Make a financial plan that identifies your goals and vision.? 2. Develop a budget and stick to it. 3. Build an emergency fund to cover unexpected expenses. 4. Automate your savings; by automatically deducting bills and savings you can avoid the temptation of spending over saving.? 5. Manage your debt and create a plan for repayment. 6. Max out your retirement savings every year.? 7. Invest in a diversified portfolio to better manage the ups and downs of the market.? 8. Make the most of your earnings; save at least half of every raise you receive to position yourself for a secure retirement.?

First Priority Credit Union is happy to announce that Joe Cavanaugh has joined our team in the Position of Sr. Loan Officer. If you have any mortgage or home equity needs or questions Joe is here to assist and can be reached by phone at 617-834-1230, or by email at [email protected]. We have a wide variety of programs including FTHB programs and portfolio programs. Welcome to the Team Joe - we are lucky to have you!

FPCU was thrilled to participate in the East Boston Social Center's Piers Park Picnic! We were lucky for beautiful weather so we could meet so many people from East Boston and surrounding communities - between free yoga classes and bingo, the fun was endless! Thank you for hosting East Boston Social Center!?