Month: December 2025

High Point FCU Donates $11,000 to Local Food Pantries

High Point FCU continued its commitment to fighting food insecurity this year by donating a total of $11,000 to support local food pantries throughout its field of membership. This annual contribution reflects the credit union’s dedication to strengthening the communities it serves and living out the credit union philosophy of people helping people.

This year’s donations supported the following food pantries: Olean Food Pantry, Creekside Chapel, Portville Community Food Pantry, Harvest Field Outreach Center, CAC Food Pantry, Salvation Army of Bradford Food Pantry, Hinsdale Ischua Food Pantry, Little Valley Food Pantry, Duke Center UMC Food Pantry, and Bolivar Food Pantry. Three of these organizations—Little Valley Food Pantry, Duke Center UMC Food Pantry, and Bolivar Food Pantry—were added this year. Each food pantry received a $1,000 donation. In addition, High Point FCU employees held a “Casual for a Cause” fundraiser, raising additional funds so that every food pantry also received an extra $100, for a total of $1,100 per pantry.

“Giving back is a core part of who we are,” said Rich Yeager, President & CEO of High Point FCU. “We’re proud to expand our support this year and stand alongside the organizations working to address food insecurity in our communities.” High Point FCU is the second largest credit union in Western New York, with assets of over $400 million. The credit union serves more than 20,000 members through four branch locations: 1201 Wayne Street in Olean, 180 West Main Street in Allegany, 160 South Main Street in Portville, and 1035 East Main Street in Bradford, PA.

Cattaraugus County Employees Federal Credit Union to Merge with High Point Federal Credit Union, Expanding Services and Member Access.

Cattaraugus County Employees Federal Credit Union (CCEFCU) is pleased to announce plans to merge with High Point Federal Credit Union. The merger, which has been approved by CCEFCU membership and the NCUA, is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks, with an official merger date of Saturday, January 17, 2026. CCEFCU will open to members on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, as High Point FCU.

By joining High Point Federal Credit Union, CCEFCU members will gain access to expanded financial products, enhanced digital services, more branch locations, and continued personalized support from the team they know and trust.

“This partnership allows us to continue our mission of serving members with care, while also giving them access to the broader resources and innovative tools of a larger institution,” said Laura Riley, CCEFCU Board President “It’s a thoughtful and strategic decision to secure our future and provide greater value to our members for years to come.”

Rich Yeager, President & CEO of High Point FCU, added: “We are honored to welcome CCEFCU members and staff into our credit union family. Our shared values and community focus make this a natural fit, and we look forward to delivering an expanded member experience while preserving the personalized service CCEFCU is known for.”

Both credit unions have deep roots in their respective communities, with decades of trusted service. This merger represents a proactive step to ensure long-term sustainability and competitiveness in an evolving financial landscape.