CELEBRATING 100 YEARS
First Federal was established in Yamhill County and has served the Willamette Valley for the past 100 years. We were built on the principle that relationships should be at the forefront of our business and we've always made the community's needs our primary focus. Our decision-making is rooted in supporting the areas in which we do business, providing products and services that mutually benefit our community.
You are invited to celebrate 100 years with us!
Birthday Cupcakes with the Branches
Monday, April 4, 2022
11 am - 2 pm
Amity | Carlton | McMinnville | Newberg | Sheridan
Pledge To Make A Difference In Our Community During National Volunteer Week
April 17 - 23, 2022
National Volunteer Week is a time to celebrate volunteers, recognize their impact, and encourage volunteerism in our communities. This celebration occurs annually in the third week of April. This year, April also happens to mark First Federal’s 100th year of business in the Willamette Valley.
At First Federal, giving back to our community is a part of us. Stronger and better together, we partner with the residents of the Willamette Valley to cultivate charitable giving and support. It seems fitting that we would celebrate by encouraging our community to volunteer during National Volunteer Week. We want YOU to celebrate this milestone with us by pledging to donate at least one hour of your time to a nonprofit in your neighborhood.
Make a pledge by completing this form. Our goal is to collect 100 volunteer hours by the end of National Volunteer Week. Tell us your name, the volunteer activity, and how many hours you are committing to. It doesn't have to be a lot, every little bit counts! You may also come into any branch and sign a Pledge Sheet.
Shred Days
Sheridan Branch - May 14, 2022
Newberg Branch - August 27, 2022
McMinnville Home Office Branch - September 10, 2022
Learn More About First Federal Shred Days
Birthday Bash in the Park(ing Lot)
Amity - June 23, 2022
Newberg - June 30, 2022
McMinnville Baker Creek - July 7, 2022
Carlton - July 14, 2022
Sheridan - July 21, 2022
McMinnville Home Office - July 28, 2022
Explore Our History
In April 1922, the forerunner of our present Savings and Loan Association was organized in McMinnville as the American Savings and Loan Corporation.
In 1935, the American Savings and Loan Corporation made application for federalization and the name was changed to First Federal Savings and Loan Association of McMinnville and became a member of the FHLB on February 13, 1936. The Association was granted a certificate of insurance on May 9, 1936 and became an insured institution through the FSLIC. First Federal Savings and Loan Association of McMinnville received its charter on May 12, 1937.
The McMinnville Home Office was originally located on the corner of Third and Evans (pictured below) until 1975 when it moved to the present location at 118 NE Third Street.
The first First Federal branch resided in downtown McMinnville at the intersection of Third and Evans Streets.
The Newberg branch was opened on October 3,1972 at 513 E. Hancock Street. The branch was relocated to the current location at 121 N Edwards Street on May 19, 1997.
The Sheridan branch was opened on December 3, 1973 at 229 Bridge Street. The branch quickly outgrew the space. In November 6, 1978 it was moved to the current location at 246 Bridge Street.
The Carlton branch was opened in April of 1980 at the current location of 335 W Madison Street.
The Amity branch was opened in July of 1980 at the current location of 110 Maddox Street.
The McMinnville Baker Creek branch was opened on April 10, 2001 at the current location of 350 Baker Creek Road.
This page will be continuously updated throughout 2022 as part of our Centennial Celebration.