America's Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions 2026
Houston, TX - Houston, TX February 18, 2026 First Community Credit Union (FCCU), which proudly serves 41 Texas counties, is honored to announce its recognition as one of America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions 2026 by Newsweek and Plant A Insights Group. This distinction highlights organizations demonstrating exceptional service delivery, innovative financial solutions, and meaningful community impact.
For more than 70 years, FCCU has remained committed to helping members achieve financial well being through competitive products, innovative digital banking solutions, and personalized member service. Guided by its purpose to empower their members to achieve their financial goals, FCCU continues to invest in Texas communities through free financial education, youth savings initiatives, scholarships, and volunteer efforts, working every day to improve lives and strengthen the communities it proudly serves.
“Being named one of America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions is a tremendous honor and a testament to our team’s unwavering dedication to our members,” said TJ Tijerina, President and CEO of First Community. “At FCCU, our mission goes beyond banking, we are committed to building stronger communities and being a trusted partner in every stage of our members’ financial journeys.”
Newsweek and Plant A Insights Group evaluated financial institutions nationwide, recognizing those that demonstrate outstanding member satisfaction, operational excellence, and a measurable commitment to supporting local economies through dependable, community driven service.
FCCU proudly accepts this acknowledgment as it continues to expand its reach, elevate the member experience, and make a positive difference in the lives of Texans.
About First Community Credit Union
Founded in 1954 by Spring Branch ISD, First Community serves the diverse needs of over 180,000 members with a full array of financial services, 14 full-service branches and on the strength of $2.9 billion in assets. First Community is federally insured by the NCUA and an equal housing opportunity lender. Their mission is to empower members so they can achieve their financial goals. First Community is open to anyone that lives, works, attends school or worships or is part of a Select Employee Group (SEG) in the 41 Texas counties they serve ranging from Houston, DFW, Austin, and San Antonio, or is a relative or family member of an FCCU member or employee. To learn more about First Community, visit FCCU.org.
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