First Fed

10/15/2026

Congratulations to our Q3 Recognition Recipients!

Each quarter, we recognize team members who stand out for the way they support their colleagues, care for our customers, and bring our core values to life.

Q3 Winners:
Bobbi Stringer
Bryan Thorson
Corey Orton
Dawn Schultz
Heather Little
Jaidyn Hope
Jordan Kidd
Jorge Alvarez
Julie Myers
Kaitlyn Fudally
Katelynn Abbott
Katelynn Glass
Michael Naselow
Susan Whitmire

Honorable Mentions:
Lori Larson
Matt Olson
Traci Griffin

Thank you to each of our recipients for the dedication, teamwork, and care you bring to First Fed. We appreciate the difference you make for our customers, colleagues, and communities every day!

10/13/2026

Congratulations to Lori Larson, our Learning & Development Manager, on joining our 2026 Club 100! Club 100 recognizes team members who dedicate more than 100 volunteer hours to our communities each year.

Lori gives back in many ways, from teaching financial education to people of all ages to volunteering at Olympic Christian School and serving on the board of the Sequim Irrigation Festival. Through each of these roles, she helps support local organizations and strengthen the community she calls home.

Thank you, Lori, for the many ways you give back and continue to put !

10/09/2026

CrabFest is here! 🦀

The The Dungeness Crab Festival kicks off today in Port Angeles and runs all weekend, and we’re excited to be part of the fun!

While you’re enjoying the food and festivities, stop by the First Fed booth to see the finished murals our community came together to paint at JFFA Arts in Action this summer.

We’d love to see you there and celebrate another great CrabFest weekend with our community!

crabfestival.org

10/09/2026

In observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, all First Fed branches and Customer Service will be closed Monday, October 12.

As we recognize this day, we honor the history, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples in our communities and beyond.

Regular hours will resume Tuesday, October 13. Online Banking and ATMs remain available anytime for convenient account access.

10/07/2026

Please join us in celebrating Sara Spalding, Sixth Street Branch Manager, on 5 years with First Fed!

Sara’s commitment to her community extends well beyond the branch. She serves on the board of directors for the Kiwanis Club, volunteers her time supporting the Sequim Irrigation Festival, and is on track to join First Fed’s Club 100 this year by contributing more than 100 volunteer hours.

Thank you, Sara, for the care you bring to our customers, your team, and the community. Congratulations on 5 years!

10/06/2026

Keeping homes and businesses comfortable year-round, All Weather Heating & Cooling Inc. is a local business committed to reliable service and taking care of its customers.

We’re grateful they trust First Fed with their business banking:

“All Weather loves banking with First Fed. Their business account services are simple, reliable, and backed by a team that truly cares about local businesses. We appreciate the friendly support and smooth banking experience they provide every step of the way!”

allweatherhc.com

Thank you to the All Weather Heating and Cooling team for your kind words and for choosing First Fed as your banking partner. We appreciate the opportunity to support local businesses that help our communities thrive.

Looking for a local banking partner for your business? Learn more: ourfirstfed.com/business

10/01/2026

There’s a lot to celebrate at First Fed this October!

From those marking their first year to team members who have been with us for more than three decades, we’re grateful for the many people who choose to grow their careers with First Fed. Thank you for the talent, energy, and care you bring to our team.

Tina Hoppe – 34 years
Kristy Mabrey – 23 years
Julie Myers – 15 years
Bryan Thorson – 11 years
Hailey Overman – 8 years
Kelly McConnell – 8 years
Jacob Henke – 6 years
Linda Bundy – 6 years
Jessica Tillia – 5 years
Jessica Haugen – 4 years
Katelynn Glass – 4 years
Patty Dunn – 3 years
Emily Patterson – 2 years
Vicky Langlois – 2 years
Alex Terrel – 1 year
Christian Curtis – 1 year
Linda Li – 1 year

Cheers to another year with . We’re glad you’re here!

09/30/2026

Thank you, Whatcom County!

We’re honored to have been voted GOLD for Best Bank in Bellingham Alive’s 2026 Best of the Northwest.

With more than 77,000 people casting over 930,000 votes this year, it means a lot to know so many of you took the time to support your favorite local businesses, including First Fed.

To everyone who voted for us, banks with us, or simply stops in to say hello, thank you. We’re grateful to be part of this community and appreciate the trust you place in our team.

First Fed is your local community bank. Contact us for personal banking, business banking, credit cards, lending and more. Open an account today.

09/29/2026

Congratulations to West Sound Treatment Center on receiving a grant from First Fed Foundation!

Serving Kitsap County, West Sound Treatment Center helps individuals build healthier futures through personalized substance use treatment and support. Their holistic approach goes beyond treatment to help people find stability, achieve their goals, and restore hope.

westsoundtreatmentcenter.org

First Fed Foundation is honored to support their work and commitment to helping individuals and families throughout Kitsap County.

09/25/2026

Happy 100 years to Bellingham’s historic Herald Building!

First Fed is glad to sponsor this weekend’s centennial festivities. As a community bank with more than 100 years of history ourselves, we appreciate the places and institutions that have grown alongside the communities they call home.

Join the fun Saturday, Sept. 26:

Free historical tours | 11am - 3pm
Historic Herald Passport + prizes | 11am - 3pm
Centennial Community Photo | 3pm
1920s Prohibition Party at Ono | 3pm - 6pm

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4rzfxs2